The Roundhouse Kick

This kick swings the leg around in a semicircular motion, striking with the front of the leg or foot. A front roundhouse kick is considered the "jab" of kicks. The rear roundhouse kicks (described here) is the "cross" of kicks.

Starts off in the Combat Stance. (see stances)

Brings your back foot forward and set it by pointing your heel in the direction of where you are going to kick. In this example, it's to the left. As you set your heel, your left arm shoots out to the left. Lift your left leg up, directing your knee in the direction of the kick and points your foot. (The heel of your "kicking" foot, is facing your butt) Release the kick, brings it back to your butt, and returns to the combat stance.

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Defense benefit: Sends your oppenent into a new world of pain. This kick, when delivered correctly, could render the oppenent inoperable. For example, if the roundhouse is delivered to the Sciatic nerve. (the point is located on the back of the leg just below the buttocks). The Sciatic nerve is the largest nerve of the body and plays a major part in the control of the hamstring and lower leg. A solid kick to this point will produce cramping, loss of control over the leg, and pain in the hips and abdomen.

Fitness benefit: When setting the heel before you kick, your abs will get a great workout as long as you keep it tight when lifting the leg and releasing the kick.

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