The Glorious Hook Kick…and Axe Kick
Ok, well, I’d be lying if I said these kicks were necessary for fitness kicking, but to leave them out would be a real disservice to those who want to kick kick kick. These are two of my favorite techniques, and they require more flexibility and strength than any of the other fundamental kicking techniques [...]
Crescent Kicking 101
Hey Guys, In this video we’re breaking down the crescent kick (s). Fortunately its a kick that doesn’t require much breaking down, because its basically swinging the leg up and around. Most people can perform this technique to some degree with very little training, which is what makes it such a great technique to use for [...]
Side Kick and Back Kick – Fitness Kicking Basic Techniques Part 2
Hey Guys, This is the followup to the previous video on the front and roundhouse kicks. These four kicks comprise the basis of fitness kicking, that is, they provide a total core and lower body fitness solution. The front and roundhouse kick discussed in the last video focus on the muscles lining the front of the [...]
Front and RoundHouse Kicks – Fitness Kicking Basic Techniques Part 1
Hey Guys, In this video we’ll look at two fundamental kicking techniques, the front kick and the roundhouse kick. Most people need little explanation of them, though there are several key pointers that enhance the fitness benefits of them. When done properly, the front kick will develop the abdominals, the hip flexors, and the quadriceps, regardless [...]