Mastering the Art of Self Defence: Unpacking MMAShredded’s Top Liver Hook Setups
As the adage goes, the best defense is a good offence, and that certainly holds true in the context of self-defense. Jeff Chan, who runs the popular YouTube channel MMAShredded, has shared invaluable insights into some of his top liver hook setups in a video titled, “My 7 TOP Liver Hook Setups”. This excellent tutorial offers a variety of techniques that can be used in boxing, Muay Thai, and MMA. So, let’s break down the key takeaways from this video. Weave Under & Frame – Liver Hook Jeff’s first technique begins with a weave-under followed by a frame into the liver hook. The weave-under, when executed correctly, can cause your opponent to shell up, as they are unsure of your subsequent move. This creates an opportunity to land your liver hook by framing off their guard, which effectively keeps their hands in a defensive position, thus leaving their body exposed. Slip Left – Liver Hook The second setup involves slipping the cross, folding seamlessly into the liver hook. It’s a power move that takes advantage of the opening created when the opponent’s cross move leaves them without an arm block for the liver. By timing the counter with a swift movement, you can land a solid liver hook. Hand Trap – Liver Hook Jeff’s third technique involves a little subterfuge. By trapping your opponent’s lead hand, you can create an expectation of an attack on their open left side face. However, instead of attacking the face, you switch gears and land a body hook. In an MMA or Muay Thai context, following this up with a double step low kick works wonders. Rear Uppercut – Liver Hook Combo A rear uppercut to liver hook combo proves to be highly effective. Simply throwing the rear uppercut out in the ring can trigger a shell-up reaction from the opponent, making their body vulnerable for the liver hook. Rear Uppercut, Left Hook, Right Hook and Liver Hook The fifth technique builds upon the previous combo. After the rear uppercut, quick successive punches to the head can distract your opponent, leaving them unprepared for a powerful liver hook. Hook, Cross and Liver Hook Combo The sixth technique is a basic yet efficient combination of a hook, cross and liver hook. It demonstrates how the elements of surprise and varied attack can effectively open up your opponent’s defense. Jab, Rear Body Hook and Liver Hook The seventh and final technique is a three-stage combination. Starting with a jab to determine range and distract the opponent, followed by a swift rear body hook and culminating in a vicious hook to the liver. In a nutshell, Jeff’s top liver hook setups underscore the importance of calculated moves combined with elements of surprise to penetrate an opponent’s defenses effectively. Whether you’re seasoned in the ring or just starting, mastering these techniques can undoubtedly give you an edge in self-defense. Remember that practice is key in perfecting these moves. As always, use these techniques responsibly and respect the martial arts code of honor. Happy training!MMA Block
MMAShredded, a YouTube channel owned by Jeff Chan, offers in-depth tutorials and training insights on mixed martial arts (MMA). Chan, an MMA fighter, shares his expert knowledge and personal experiences. His videos serve as comprehensive guides for fighters wanting to improve their skills and overall MMA techniques.
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Those liver shot set ups are definitely effective. I always use them on my sparring sessions and in my fights. Also, I just want to mention that I will always be grateful to your channel. I have learned a lot from you and will continue to learn. Godspeed always brother
Definitely going to have to try these because I can never land liver hooks, or honestly anything other than body jabs.
Really great video, Jeff! Really appreciate all the sparring footage you show in your videos!
Seriously, jeff you are the best for posting this stuff on youtube. So much knowledge every video. Your videos have helped me develop my skills so much. Always grateful for all these videos and I'm looking forward to more 🙏🙏
Dope video as always, love the layout with failed attempts included. Thanks!
Lets feed the algorthm, people!
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how do you remember all these setups and techinques
Jeff Chan, the gym warrior who ran away from competition in ONE. The journeyman with the fragile ego,
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I wish I knew you existed when I was fighting I retired 5 years ago. You have valuable stuff and I like how you constantly seek to learn more and more and more.
hey yo MMAShredded great video bro I enjoy your content
Thanks man, gonna try a few this evening!
jeff i checked your channel but i could not to find any sparing with sanda fighter did you ever fight with sanda fighters? i love to see how that was and what is your opinion about sanda 🥲
I feel bad hooking people to the liver. I always get ppl to the floor if i do that. so i go very soft now lol
hey, Jeff my name is Furkan what's your advice for an amateur fighter. how can we improve fast?
Suggestion: You can either shoot wider in 4k or higher resolution to crop or set two cameras on a bracket in parallel, one landscape and one portrait to cover both aspect ratios simultaneously.
What do you do for full body recover and how often do you do it if you don't mind me asking
Gazelle liver hook is a good one too if you've closed aggressively to the head before – they will usually shell up. You get a ton of power from the explosive forward movement. You can also fake the jab right as you're jumping forward. Rodtang does this to perfection.
Absolute legend!
This is beautiful. I’ve been boxing at home via YouTube for a couple years now. It’s fun, but I don’t have the luxury of experiencing punches coming back. Your timing is incredible. I gotta find me a gym
So nice video.
I wish someday can take the solar plexus punch from you very more.
You can copy on bac klayer, scale, put gaussian blur on iphone footages, so image will be more complex and interesting
Excelente
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Big THX for your spirit and the content you create 🙏🏻
1 is awful. If you do that in a fight youre getting iced out in the second try
@mmashredded you sparred at Fightlab that’s dope. Next time you in NY or not to far come through to Rigoro gym we’ve got some good guys. 💪🏼
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If I want to become the best MMA fighter thatI can become, should I invest 100% of my time into MMA or should I train BJJ and wrestling seperately, as well? I think training MMA only would be wiser.
Hey Jeff what you think about my setup, I like to fake the front hand uppercut to liver shot it almost always work, btw I’m big fan of yours i’ve been watching your videos for a year now and I compete at amateur level in muay thai and I like to use your moves in my sparring. Keep up the good work!
I like jab ( fake cross on the side) to slide in liver shot… one of the most successfull punch for The crocodile 🐊 🐊🐊🐊👌
Son, here are my 12 Best Liver Attacks https://youtu.be/EvFyOG83T2Y
I'm a southpaw. I must counter more and use my long range to my advantage.