Are you turning correctly when throwing a middle kick?
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Since I threw it with the left hand this time, it feels even more difficult.
When you can’t rotate your body while kicking, it’s often because you’re not using your body properly
Coach! When I throw a middle kick or high kick, why does my body spin around like this?
Ah, that’s because, little bear, the power doesn’t just come from your kicking leg. The twist of your hips and pelvis generates force.
So it’s not just the leg?
Exactly. Also, as your weight shifts during the kick, your body naturally rotates. This is called inertia in physics.
Does the supporting leg affect it too?
That’s right. The direction of your supporting leg and the angle of your knee affect the rotation. Balance is key when kicking.
Spinning during a kick is natural!
Key points: hips, pelvis, weight shift, and supporting leg.
Control them well and your power and stability will improve 🐾
Key points: hips, pelvis, weight shift, and supporting leg.
Control them well and your power and stability will improve 🐾
ABOUT ME
I’m Kumakaicho, founder of Nihonichi-Yurui Kickboxing LLC. With 20+ years in boxing and kickboxing, I run Fitnessbbb, a gym where beginners to seniors can enjoy learning. Following the “Tsuyouma” philosophy (“Get skilled, not just strong”), I teach the joy of improving through technique, not strength. Also sharing tips on Instagram and YouTube.