There are so many kinds of techniques used in martial arts to defeat the opponent. Side kicks are crucial weapons in martial arts that can be used very effectively when perfected. This kick is very strong because of the energy from the waist, back, and can cause fatal damage. There are many versions of the side kick, but if you follow these steps and practice you will be able to perform side kicks easily.
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Method 1 of 5: Basic Side Kicks in Taekwondo
Step 1. Learn because side kicks are the most basic in Taekwondo
The side kick is one of the most powerful attacks in the martial arts and will wow the judging panel in a race. This kick is also relatively safe from counter attacks because your body is in a sideways position.
These side kicks are the most commonly used in Taekwondo and should be studied before attempting further side kicks
Step 2. Hold on to the wall for balance
You should practice your side kicks gradually to ensure that you are using the right technique. Hold onto a chair or wall to help you balance while learning the kicking motion.
Step 3. Stand sideways to your opponent and lift your knees off the leg in front of you
Your ankles should be flexible and the sides of your feet should be ready to strike. The side of your foot is the one on the outside to use against your opponent. When you lift your knee, you should aim your heel at your opponent.
- Even if you're positioning your body on your side when you do a side kick, for the time being you should practice just doing the kick first.
- This is a straight kick, so you should aim your heel at your opponent before straightening your leg.
Step 4. Release your knees toward your opponent and allow your legs to be fully extended
Straighten and position your legs at body level from your opponent. You should try to position your feet so that your entire foot is facing the ground, as if lifting your big toe and pointing the other four toes on the ground at the same time.
- You will always attack using your leaf leg for this attack, so always keep the following in mind.
- Your opponent is the body of your opponent.
- Make sure your heels are higher than your toes when you kick.
Step 5. Bend your knees and rest on the ground
Bend your knees back to their original position before placing them fully on the ground.
Step 6. Practice standing on your feet
After that, start practicing on your leg movements in a standing position. The standing foot position is key to side kicks and is very important in producing a powerful kick and maintaining balance.
Pay close attention to the movements of the following legs
Step 7. Start in a standing position with your feet pointed at your opponent
Start with your normal horses when competing. Normal horses are standing with the left foot in front and the left foot behind in a sideways position. Your right hand is at chin level with your left at a distance of 12-16 inches (30-40 cm) in front of your shoulder.
Step 8. Begin rotating your standing leg as you lift your kicking knee
Your foot should be rotated 180 degrees during the side kick. This means that when you attack your opponent, your standing position will point your feet backwards.
Step 9. Rotate your legs to free your waist and generate power
Rotating your legs a full rotation will free up your hips so your feet can strike your opponent in the right position. The spin also generates power for side kicks.
- You can squeeze your feet as you spin so you can use your hips and strong main muscles to direct your feet at your opponent.
- This spin means you're pumping power off the ground in your kicks, making your kicks stronger and harder.
- As a beginner, you can rotate your legs before straightening your legs to attack your opponent. When you kick, make sure you rotate your legs at the end of your strike (when your knees are almost perfectly straight) so that you use the power and strength from the waist in your side kicks.
Step 10. Keep your knees always elevated
Your knees should be in the same position as when you started the kick, making contact with your feet and pulling your feet back toward your body.
- For example, if you first raise your knees to waist height, your feet should stay at waist level when you strike your opponent and pull your leg back.
- Lowering your knees will result in a loss of power and make it difficult for your kick to strike your opponent horizontally.
Step 11. Stretch your legs and attack your opponent using the sides of your legs
Straighten your knees and place the sides of your feet against your opponent.
Make sure that you use the same technique as before when you relax your legs to keep the soles of your feet facing the ground as much as possible
Step 12. Finish the kick and lower your legs
Bend your knees back and lower your legs. You should be turning sideways when you lower your feet to the ground.
The foot you are not using to kick will rotate back about 90 degrees and point in the direction you are facing
Step 13. Practice your side kicks often
Keep practicing to ensure that you maintain your balance and produce maximum power by turning and using the correct technique. You should also work on your hip movement and strength to improve your side kicks.
Method 2 of 5: Performing Side Jump Kicks in Taekwondo
Step 1. Use a side jump kick to get closer to the salad
The side jump kick is used to position you within reach of your opponent so that you can perform a side kick. This kick is also called a side kick with a jumping step.
You'll need to master normal side kicks before trying jump side kicks
Step 2. Start with your normal fighting stance
You usually start from this position so start your workout from here. A common position is to stand with the left foot in front and the right foot behind in a sideways position. Your right hand is at chin level with your left hand 12-16 inches (30-40 cm) in front of your left shoulder.
Step 3. Turn your legs and body fully to the side
This gives you the opportunity to move forward with your kicks later. Keep your knees bent so you can move freely.
Step 4. Jump up and forward at the same time
This is the "jump" or "jump" part of the side jump kick. Move towards your opponent while jumping. You must jump using both your feet at the same time.
When you jump, you don't jump far forward but jump to bring your body and legs within reach of your opponent for a side kick
Step 5. Bring the front of your knees to your chest as you jump
The higher your knees are to your chest, the higher your kick will hit your opponent.
Step 6. Extend your legs in a straight position and make contact with your opponent
You can make contact with the sole of your foot or the heel of your foot.
- If you're just practicing, then it's better to attack with the soles of your feet.
- If you're trying to crush something, like a brick or a plank of wood, it's best to use the heel of your foot. That way, you focus all the power and power from your kick onto the heel, which is the strongest part of your foot.
Step 7. Rotate your non-kicking leg fully as you straighten your kicking knee
You'll rotate the leg you're not kicking with until it's pointing backwards for more power. As you straighten your knees, rotate your legs to transfer power from your waist to your feet.
This should be the same as a normal side kick
Step 8. Land from the jump with your feet in front of you
Bend your knees and place your feet on the ground. You'll land with your feet in front, not repositioning them back in the original position.
Step 9. Exercise your legs
Mastering this kick with both your feet is important. Keep practicing with both feet to develop muscle memory for this kick. That way, it will be easier and faster for you to do it in a match simulation session.
Method 3 of 5: Performing Twisted Side Kicks in Taekwondo
Step 1. Use twisting side kicks to generate power in a match or practice
This kick is similar to a regular side kick plus a circular motion. This kick is especially useful in match simulations or when someone is attacking you because you can do it while dodging or approaching your opponent.
This kick is also known as a side kick
Step 2. Start with your normal fighting stance
You usually start from this position so start your workout from here. A common position is to stand with the left foot in front and the right foot behind in a sideways position. Your right hand is at chin level with your left hand 12-16 inches (30-40 cm) in front of your left shoulder.
Step 3. Prepare your forelegs for turning
Rotate your front foot so that it points behind you or away from your opponent. This means that you will rotate your foot 180 degrees. You should start rotating your waist at the same time you rotate your legs.
Step 4. Turn your eyes behind your shoulders to see your opponent
Your head should turn in the direction of your rotating feet. This means that you are looking back at the same time your foot is kicking.
For example, if your front foot is the front foot then you rotate your right foot so that it is pointing backwards and your head is rotating counterclockwise. You will then see your opponent over your back shoulder
Step 5. Swing your kicking leg forward while bringing your kicking knee toward your chest
This swing is similar to a regular side kick. Bring your back leg one turn and bend your knee as your body rotates. Your knees should now be on your chest and form a straight line between your waist, heels and opponent.
- For example, if the foot you are kicking with (back foot) is your left foot then you continue to rotate counterclockwise while bringing your left knee to your chest and forming a straight line between your left waist, left heel, and your opponent.
- This is the "round" of the twisting side kick.
- This side kick generates more power than your spin because of the momentum. The smoother and faster your spin, the stronger your kick.
Step 6. Straighten your knees to attack your opponent
Straighten your knees to kick and strike your opponent. Normally, you will attack at chest level but you can also target other parts of your body.
You should strike using the side of your foot or heel. This section delivers the most power to your opponent
Step 7. Bend your knees and get back on the ground
Bring your knees toward your chest and step forward or straight with the leg you're kicking with. This will allow you to re-form your fighting stance with your other foot in front, swapping it for when you took your first kick.
Method 4 of 5: Performing the Flying Side Kick in Taekwondo
Step 1. Use a flying side kick to impress your friends
The flying side kick is an advanced technique often used for demonstration purposes. If done correctly in a match, it can also be very effective.
- This is a technique with a wider range than regular side kicks.
- Preparation for this kick generates a lot of momentum, so the kick becomes very powerful.
Step 2. Start with your normal fighting stance
You usually start from this position so start your workout from here. A common position is to stand with the left foot in front and the right foot behind in a sideways position. Your right hand is at chin level with your left hand 12-16 inches (30-40 cm) in front of your left shoulder.
Step 3. Move forward towards your opponent
If you're going to kick your opponent, you can take just a step or two, but if you want to jump past your opponent, you'll need to run first for more speed and power.
Step 4. Jump with the foot you're not kicking with and swing the leg you're using to kick
Place your non-kicking foot (front foot) firmly on the ground and push up to help you jump. As you push your body to the side, swing your kicking leg forward.
When jumping, the leg that you are not using to kick should also be raised so that the opponent cannot attack you
Step 5. Bring your knees to your chest
As you swing your kicking leg, make sure that your knee is bent as you would a normal side kick. This bend creates extra force when straightened, so without bending your knees, your kick will be weak.
- The further you bring your knees to your chest, the stronger your kicks will be.
- Keep your heels pointing at your opponent.
Step 6. Straighten your knees when you touch your opponent
Straighten at the end of the attack. Timing is very important in doing this so you should practice often how to harmonize your kicks with timing.
A great deal of pressure comes from straightening your knees at the same time. Make sure that you are at a reasonable distance to straighten your legs when attacking your opponent with this kick
Step 7. Attack your opponent using the side of your foot
The sides and heels of your feet are the strongest parts of your feet. Your heel is even stronger, so if you want to take a killer kick, do it using the heel of your foot with maximum power.
Attacking with the side of the foot is also effective and helps your ankle absorb the impact of your kick
Step 8. Bend your knees and land
Bring your knees back to your chest and land. If you turn in the direction of your rotation and form a full circle to get back on the fighting horses it can help you.
- If you kick someone with your right foot, then keep turning counterclockwise after your attack to form a full circle and face your opponent one more time.
- Make sure that you land firmly and maintain balance.
Method 5 of 5: Taking Side Kicks in Kickboxing
Step 1. Use kickboxing side kicks for aerobic exercise in kickboxing
These side kicks are a great way to burn calories and produce just a little sweat as well as fun! This is a great kick to complement your kickboxing workout.
You can use a punching bag, a training partner, or just kick with no aim at all
Step 2. Grab your boxing stance
Your feet should be slightly wider than shoulder-width apart with one foot in front and the other behind. The foot you use to kick is the one in front. Keep your fists in front of your face.
- You should practice with your feet in each direction. After practicing with one leg, change your stance and practice with the other leg.
- Your hands should be in front of your chin and mouth to protect your face.
- You have to be sideways from your opponent.
Step 3. Position the knee of your front leg in front of your chest
Your bent knee provides the power to lift your kick as high as possible.
Step 4. Straighten your knees
Straighten your knees in the direction of your opponent. You should attack your opponent using the side of your foot because it is stronger and safer for your kick.
- Make sure that you extend your legs straight out in front of the target. This means that you have to rotate your torso and waist at the same time.
- Think of your kick as a stomp to give you extra power and power.
- Do not fold your knees or fully straighten them as this may result in injury. You should keep your knees slightly bent even when making an attack.
Step 5. Rotate the leg you are not using to kick
You'll need to rotate your non-kicking leg at the same time to add extra power and power to your kick. Your feet should be facing almost completely away from your opponent when you attack.
- The leg that is not being used for kicking should be rotated about 180 degrees so that it is facing backwards when you make an attack.
- This spin is so important that you need to make sure that your foot rotates correctly when kicking.
- You'll feel like you're letting your opponent hit your backside because you're twisting your waist for a kick.
Step 6. Bend your knees and land forward
Bend your knees again after the attack to get them back in front of your chest. Place your feet right on the ground in front of you.
- The foot that is not used for kicking should roll back to its original position when it lands.
- You can swap your used leg after landing again to get away from your opponent.
Suggestion
- If you really want to have a good side kick, try taking a martial arts class.
- Practice often. The more you practice, the better and stronger your side kicks will be.
- Taking a breath before attacking will leave you vulnerable to a counterattack which can make it difficult for you to breathe. Try to exhale before doing the kick to minimize the possibility of this happening.
Warning
- Warm up before practicing. If you haven't warmed up, the tiny micro-tissues in your muscles can tear, injuring you and possibly causing injury. To protect your muscle tissue, you should increase your heart rate to get your muscles pumping more blood before stretching or any intense activity.
- Do not train if you are injured unless you have permission from a specialist. Otherwise, you may experience more serious injury.
- Proper stretching will increase flexibility (high kicks) and reduce the risk of injury. Stretch before and after you train.
- Do not lengthen your legs completely. If this happens, you may experience bone and connective tissue damage (depending on your body morphology). Remember to always keep your knees slightly bent to avoid permanent problems.
