Which of the following lists represents the Strategic Striking parts?

• A. Palm Heel, Hammer Fist, Closed Fist, Side Elbow, Rear Elbow, Knee
• B. Palm Heel, Hammer Fist, Side Elbow, Knee
• C. Palm Heel, Hammer Fist, Closed Fist, Side Elbow
• D. Palm Heel, Closed Fist, Side Elbow, Knee

Answer: (A)

Strategic Striking parts are the primary body tools taught for delivering effective strikes across different ranges while protecting the striker. The full set includes palm heel, hammer fist, closed fist, side elbow, rear elbow, and knee. Each part is chosen for how it transmits force, how safely it can be used, and how well it fits various targets and distances: the palm heel provides a broad, safer surface with good control; the hammer fist uses the bottom knuckles for solid impact with solid alignment; the closed fist concentrates force through the knuckles for focused punches; the side elbow offers a sturdy, compact strike at close range; the rear elbow adds a compact, powerful option in tight quarters; and the knee delivers substantial power at close or intermediate distances. Any list that leaves out one of these tools would miss a key option for certain targets or ranges. The complete set shown—Palm Heel, Hammer Fist, Closed Fist, Side Elbow, Rear Elbow, and Knee—captures all the Strategic Striking parts.