Definding yourself against the Single Collar Lapel Grap with Punch

1. This is a very common street attack. The attacker grabs your shirt or jacket and attempts to punch you with the other hand.
2. As I see his shoulder drop as he starts his punching motion, I bring up my hand (left in this case) to attempt a block. Simultaneously I start to bring my head down toward the attackers left shoulder. The reason for this is that even if I don't make the block it is very hard for him to hit me with power there.
3. Here I am making the block and my head is in the correct position. Notice how it's right next to the attackers opposite (of the punching arm) shoulder.
4. Since I am in close, the best weapons to use are elbows and knees. Here I am attacking with a right elbow strike. Continue with elbow strikes and knee kicks.

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