There are many ways to disable an opponent without causing serious harm. While some methods may cause more pain, none of these techniques are likely to kill or seriously injure the person. The goal is not to hurt your opponent but to stop them from being able to fight or defend themselves.
What Knockouts Mean?
A “knockout” (abbreviated KO or K.O.) is a fighting term used to refer to the act of rendering an opponent unable to continue fighting. A total knockout usually results in Unconsciousness for a short period, although some fighters have been known to be knocked out while still conscious and able to stand.
There are three main ways to achieve a knockout:
- Striking the opponent’s head hard enough to cause concussive force that disrupts brain function.
- Pounding the opponent’s body so hard that it cannot generate the necessary adrenaline to continue fighting.
- Cutting off the oxygen supply to the brain by choking the opponent.
Targets To Knock Out Someone
The Bridge Of The Nose: This target is easy to find; look for the bony protrusion at the center of the face. Hitting this area with enough force can cause intense pain and watery eyes.
The Temple: The temple is on the head’s side, just behind the eye. Hitting this target with enough force can cause intense pain and dizziness.
The Back Of The Head: Hitting the back of the head with enough force can cause dizziness.
The Jaw: A blow to the jaw with enough force can cause the person to become disoriented or unconscious.
The Throat: The throat method is another common way to knock someone out. It involves striking the person in the throat with enough force to cause the windpipe to collapse, resulting in difficulty breathing or even suffocation.
The Stomach: Hitting the stomach with enough force can cause the person to double in pain and faint.
The Adam’s Apple: The Adam’s apple is located in the center of the neck. Hitting this target with enough force can cause the windpipe to collapse, resulting in difficulty breathing or even suffocation.
The Solar Plexus: The solar plexus is located just below the sternum, in the center of the torso. It’s a nerve center and pressure point that can be used to knock someone out without causing them serious harm.
The Temples: The temples are on the head’s sides, just behind the eyes. Hitting this target with enough force can cause intense pain and dizziness.
Behind The Ear: Striking behind the ear with an open palm can cause nausea and dizziness.
The Eyes: Poking or jabbing the eyes can cause intense pain and temporary blindness.
The Groin: The groin is a sensitive area of the body, and even a light tap can cause pain and discomfort. However, a strike to the groin can efficiently take an opponent down when delivered with enough force.
The Knees: kicking the knees can cause the legs to buckle, resulting in loss of balance and a fall.
Methods to knock someone out without hurting them
You can use various ways to knock someone out without hurting them. Some of these methods include:
The Jaw Method:
- Make a fist with your strong hand and extend your index finger.
- Line up your fist so your index finger points at the person’s jaw.
- Then, strike the person’s jaw with your fist as hard as possible.
- The goal is to hit the person’s jaw with enough force to dislocate it.
The Throat Method:
Knocking someone out without hurting them is with a quick and precise hit to the throat.
- Find an opening: When you’re in close quarters with your opponent, look for an opportunity to strike. This could be when they let their guard down, or you catch them off-guard.
- Go for the throat: Use the heel of your palm or your knuckles to deliver a quick and decisive blow to the hollow of the throat.
- Back away quickly: Once you’ve landed the blow, back away soon, so your opponent doesn’t have a chance to retaliate.
- Check for signs of consciousness: If your opponent is still conscious after a few seconds, deliver another blow to the throat or head. Otherwise, wait for them to regain consciousness before continuing the fight.
- Finish the fight: Stop fighting to avoid severe injuries once your opponent is down.
The Solar Plexus Method:
- You either press on the sternum until you find a slight indentation or locate it by tracing your fingers down from the base of the neck.
- Apply pressure to the solar plexus with your thumb or knuckle.
- Use quick, sharp movements to apply pressure to the solar plexus.
- If done correctly, this will cause the person to lose consciousness and collapse.
The Groin Method:
- Deliver a quick, sharp strike to the groin area with the heel of your hand.
- Immediately follow up with a knee strike to the face or stomach.
- Repeat as necessary until your opponent is down and out.
Taser Or Stun Gun:
- Touch the attacker with the stun gun or taser to deliver an electrical current and cause muscle spasms.
- This will disrupt the attacker’s nervous system and can lead to temporary paralysis.
Note: Only use this method if you are trained to use a stun gun or taser properly, as improper usage can cause serious injury.
Keep In Mind
- It’s hard to take out someone bigger than you, so try to target smaller opponents.
- Kicks can also knock out an opponent but are less likely to be successful than punches.
- Chokes are very effective at knockout an opponent, but they must be applied correctly to be successful.
Avoid The Second Hit
Once you have knocked your opponent out, stop fighting. Do not hit them again, as this can cause serious harm.
If you are in a situation where you must fight back, try to disable your opponent rather than knockout them. Strikes can do this to the knee or elbow, severely limiting their ability to continue fighting.
FAQs
How Can I Knock Someone Out Quickly?
There are a few ways to knock out someone quickly. You can strike them in the head with enough force to cause concussive damage, choke them until they lose consciousness, or stimulate a pressure point that causes an involuntary muscle contraction.
What Are The Long-Term Effects Of Being Knocked Out?
The long-term effects of being knocked out will depend on the severity of the injury. Some people may experience headaches, dizziness, and confusion. In some cases, the person may never fully recover from the injury.
Conclusion:
There are many ways to knock someone out without causing them serious harm. Using a chokehold, Judo chop, or pressure point strike can cause the person to lose consciousness without causing long-term damage. However, it is essential to note that you should only use these methods if you are sure that you will not cause serious harm to the other person.