Kickboxing Aerobics Exercises - Side Kick Left Kick

Kickboxing Aerobics Exercises - Side Kick Left Kick

The Side Kick - Left Kick (do opposite for right kick)

• Feet shoulder width apart or closer.
  
• Transfer weight to the right leg.
  
• Look at target to the left.
  
• Lift left knee up and inward towards body.
  
• Lean slightly to the right at the waist.
  
• Rotate right foot pointing toe away from kick (unload knee on turn).
  
• Maintain front stance.
  
• Extend left leg outward do not hyperextend the knee.
  
• Lower right arm to the side (for balance)
  
• Strike with the blade of the foot (side) and toes pointed down.
  
• Return left foot to side position.

TARGETS:

• Shin if is target front is facing you
  
• Side of kneecap if target side is facing you
  
• Groin if target front is facing you
  
• Side of thigh if target side is facing you
  
• Above waist (hand, face) only for the advanced student

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