Martial arts has become a very popular sport, whether it's a hobby or a competitive one. One of the most common and useful moves in almost any type of martial arts is the kick. Read this article to find out about the various types of kicks and the benefits of each.
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Method 1 of 5: Forward Kick
The front kick (or " Mae Geri " in Japanese, or " Ahp Chagi " in Korean) is usually used to strike the opponent's legs, groin, solar plexus, throat, and face. Kicking the opponent's shin has a greater effect than hitting the face. The front kick can be used many times quickly without much loss of power because the movement is simple. This is one of the early techniques that martial arts students learn.
Step 1. Attach the easel
A person's fighting horses are very diverse, depending on the martial art he adheres to. However, in most stances, usually the dominant foot is behind the non-dominant foot, and the toes are pointed straight ahead. Your torso usually points toward your dominant foot (people with the dominant foot will point their torso to the right, and vice versa). Both hands are in a defensive and relaxed position. In kicking technique, your hands don't really matter.
Step 2. Use your front (non-dominant) foot for a quick kick
Instead, use the back (dominant) foot for a powerful kick.
Step 3. Lift the knee of the kicking leg so that your thigh is parallel to the ground at hip/waist level
This movement is called "chambering". Inhale while doing this movement.
Step 4. Kick your feet up, jerking them forward quickly
You can use the base of your toes or the instep (inner edge of the foot) as a strike in a front kick. That way, if you're doing a drill (exercise by doing repetitive movements) kicking, you certainly won't forget to breathe (which is very easy to forget). Remember, inhale when the muscle contracts and exhale when the muscle expands. This will also relax your body so you can apply the correct technique. Holding air in your body causes your muscles to over-tighten, and your kicks become weak and slow because you're trying to control the kick too much. In addition, you also become more easily tired.
Step 5. Return the leg so that your thigh is back parallel to the ground
Step 6. Place your feet back on the ground
If you use your non-dominant foot to kick, return to a stance position. If you are using your dominant foot, place the foot in front as if you were the non-dominant foot (you switch stances).
Step 7. Vary the kick by varying the height, power, and speed of the kick, and whether or not the kicker's foot is returned to the ground
Many students learn the technique of kicking multiple times with one foot without putting it back on the ground.
Method 2 of 5: Side Stab
The side kick (aka " Yoko Geri " in Japanese, or " Yuhp Chagi " in Korean) is a much more powerful stabbing kick. This kick aims to inflict as much damage as possible on the opponent and is not to be done many times quickly. This kick is also more difficult to apply. One mental imagery trick to learn this kick easily is with the 'cock' and 'explosive' analogy. Ask students to imagine a bullet cocked in a gun while raising the kicker's leg as high as possible. After that this 'bullet' 'explodes' when it is fired from the gun. This trick seems to help the student pull the foot as high as possible and then push it with the heel for a large force.
Step 1. Attach the easel
Step 2. Raise your back leg so that your knee is near your chest, and your foot is near your pelvis
At first, you don't have to lift your leg as high as possible, but focus on keeping the bottom of your foot facing down, and the outside (knife side) of your foot facing the target. This position is sometimes called the "cocked position" because you are preparing to fire.
Step 3. Kick your foot so that the kicking foot forms a straight line to the target
Use your heel to hit your opponent (or if you're more proficient, with the knife side of your foot). As you kick, rotate the base of your toes so that the heel is pointing toward your opponent.
Step 4. Return to the cock position
Rotate the base of your toes again so that you return to the starting position.
Step 5. Place your feet back on the ground in front of you
Your back foot is now your front foot, and vice versa.
Method 3 of 5: Side Kick
The Snapping Side Kick is a quick version of the regular side kick, which is often used in sparring to kick the opponent's groin and earn points.
Step 1. Attach the easel
Step 2. Slide the sole of your kicking foot up until your lower kicking foot is close to your top foot at knee level
Step 3. Aim the outer edge of your kicking foot towards your opponent (preferably when your opponent is kicking)
Use the same foot position as the side kick.
Step 4. Without pausing, return your leg to your knee
Step 5. Place the kicker's foot back on the ground
End with a stance.
Method 4 of 5: Roundhouse Kick (Spin Kick)
The Roundhouse kick (aka " Mawashi Geri " in Japanese, or " Dul-yoh Chagi " in Korean) is probably the most commonly used kick in combat. This kick is strong like a side kick, but fast like a front kick.
Step 1. Attach the easel
Step 2. Raise your leg as if you were going to do a front kick
If you use the front foot, the kick will be faster. However, your kick will be more powerful and aggressive if you use your back foot. Instead of keeping your calves vertical and your knees pointing up, drop your knees as if you were doing a front kick sideways. You have to turn the pelvis into a kick because all the power comes from the pelvis. This is the "cock position" of the circular kick.
Step 3. Kick with a strong, fast jerking motion
You'll hit with the base of your toes, shins, or insteps (depending on what part of your opponent's body you're aiming for). Don't forget to always kick through your target.
Step 4. Return to the cock position
Step 5. Place the kicking foot in front so that it is now the front foot
Or, if you want to get back into a stance, do so quickly as soon as you kick your opponent as hard as you can.
Step 6. Perform kicks correctly without shifting weight and losing balance
Thus, the execution of kicks will also be smoother, and not seem like a robot.
Method 5 of 5: Jeet Kune Do Back-footed Roundhouse Kick
This kick is more effective as a final kick. The thrust of this kick was enormous. The downside, this kick does not look cool. So, don't use it to impress others.
Step 1. Keep your back leg up and lift your front leg forward
Put your feet up and use shinbone kicking foot to kick straight ahead. If you kick with an instep or the base of your toes, the damage will be enormous if the kick is done correctly. Don't jerk your foot while it's still in the air, but continue to kick until you're done. Karate experts don't really like this kick because it can throw the kicker off balance. However, this can be prevented if your weight shift is smooth so that the weight on the front stays a little.
Tips
- Once you've found your balance, you can increase the speed and power of your kick by using your heel as a pivot when kicking.
- In a front kick, hit with the base of your toes. In a side kick, hit with the knife side of your foot.
- Do not let your body tilt when kicking. Keep your body as straight as possible.
- Always be alert! Do not let you get hit on the face or other body parts.
- In order for you to channel power to your opponent effectively, your center of gravity must move forward when you kick, and be in front of (not over) your supporting leg.
- Ask permission first before practicing punches or kicks on someone.
- Vary your punches and kicks so your attacks can't be reversed.
- To make your kick stronger, exhale as you straighten your leg.
- It's a good idea to wear protective gear when training. You can try the MMA Zone type or Cobra Brand.
- Maintain eye contact.
- When kicking, hand movement is equally important. Freely swinging hands will cause you to lose balance and strength. In order for your kick to be strong, especially for a round kick, both fists must be clenched tightly and tightly.
- Always raise both fists and palms facing you in a parallel position. This position prevents you from getting hit in the face. The chin should always be lowered.
Warning
- When sparring, use kicks as cover combinations to hit your opponent firmly and push them away from you.
- Don't hit with your fingertips as it will only hurt you. Use your lower shin, above your ankle.
- Kicking takes a lot of practice to be effective and not hurt you. So, don't use it in real combat unless it's been trained beforehand.
- Don't forget to pull back the kicker's foot quickly before it is taken by the opponent.
- Be careful with your knees when you kick. If possible, don't kick while in the air. Instead, practice with a bag. Never lock your knees. Knees should always be bent, regardless of the type of kick being taken.
