Kickboxing, originally created by an African American world champion, has only recently gained some development in China. Its characteristic is the combination of boxing, karate, taekwondo, kung fu, and some dance movements, accompanied by dynamic background music. The explosive movements allow you to unleash your passion and youth in sweat.
Because kickboxing focuses more on instant explosiveness and sensory stimulation, it was once called "the dance for men." However, women who are not willing to show weakness seem to have integrated into this "man's dance" faster than men. Perhaps they were inspired by the pure and beautiful "My Sassy Girl" in the Korean wave. Practicing kickboxing should not only be based on popular fashion, but also for the purpose of fitness. Of course, there are many things to pay attention to during practice.
1. Warm-up time should be sufficient, otherwise the body will not get enough stretching. Legs should be stretched every 15-20 minutes during the class.
2. Tighten the abdomen and chin, hold fists in front of the face (defensive posture), and maintain breathing without holding your breath.
3. Avoid long-term training like professional athletes, and alternate between high-intensity and low-intensity exercises.
4. When side kicking, do not twist the hips forward, as it will concentrate pressure on the knees and twist the toes, which may sprain the knees. Instead, twist the hips towards the toes to reduce lateral pressure on the knees.
5. Keep the knees slightly bent to reduce impact. Lift the knees when turning, otherwise the cruciate ligaments may be sprained.
6. Punches should be driven by the shoulders, and keep looking at the target until the punch and kick movements are completed.
7. Avoid performing back kicks in crowded rooms.
8. Avoid excessive force on the elbows and knees; avoid dislocation due to excessive movement during dodging or striking, and avoid twisting movements.
9. If the following situations occur, stop practicing (leg fatigue, localized pain or discomfort in the body, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, etc.).
