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There is another form of exercise, applicable also to combat, from a careful study of which the student is able to teach himself much. This consists of going behind an opponent when his arms are hanging at his sides. Seize both of his wrists quickly. In so doing it is advisable to employ the wrist-pinch, if possible, but this is not absolutely necessary. The whole thing to be counted upon is the speed with which the hold, in either fashion, may be secured, and the quickness with which the following movements can be executed. Bring the victim's arms back smartly, so that his hands are about on a level with the base of his spine, and are pulled as far back as is possible in this position. In the same instant, while retaining the original hold, twist the victim's wrists upward and outward as far as possible, bringing the twisted wrists, as nearly as may be done, to the original level with the base of the spine. At the same time the assailant uses the powerful leverage he has secured to push his victim forward. It is possible to throw the