Why ‘Elbow Power’ Is a Misguided Practice in Wing Chun

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This is AI's analysis and breakdown of elbow energy. This tallies with the observations made in reality (sight and tactile feedback).

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What Is "Elbow Energy"?

  • In mainstream Wing Chun, people talk about keeping energy in the elbows.

  • They try to control or direct power from the elbows, especially by keeping them tight and pointing inward.

Why This Is a Problem (Scientifically)

  • Elbows aren’t meant to drive power — they just bend and straighten the arm.

  • Real power comes from the ground, hips, and body — not the elbow.

  • Focusing on the elbow breaks the natural flow of movement.

  • It creates static tension (tightness) instead of smooth, strong movement.

What Problems This Causes

  • Muscle tightness in shoulders, neck, and upper back.

  • Bad posture: rounded shoulders, hunched back, forward head.

  • Weak strikes because the body isn’t fully connected.

  • Slow reactions — movements become stiff and robotic.

  • False sense of power — it feels strong, but doesn’t work well in real combat.

Bottom Line

  • “Elbow energy” is not scientific and often leads to bad habits and injuries.

  • Real martial power should come from the whole body, not just the arms or elbows.


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