Turning and side kicking is a defensive counter-attack action in Taekwondo leg technique, which is generally used when it is far away from the opponent. It increases the strength of body rotation in the turning action and increases the attack time. Next, I will show you the essentials of turning and kicking in Taekwondo. Welcome to reading.

Turn and side kick action video

Key points of turning and side kick:

First, prepare for action.

Second, when turning around, turn your head first, and then keep your eyes on the target quickly.

Third, then turn back 180 degrees and lift your knees quickly. That is, the action of kicking in place.

1, lift your knees.

Lift your knees to your side, keep your calves parallel to the ground, hook your toes and the inside of your feet back, and press your heels hard. The angle between thigh and body is 90? . (Note: The most common mistake beginners make is that the angle between thighs and body is greater than 90? , the power will be greatly reduced)

2. Turn your hips.

The foot support is centered on the forefoot, the heel is lightly lifted, the upper body is upright, the crotch is quickly opened, the thigh is exerted, and the calf hits the target directly.

Step 3 focus.

Concentrate all your strength on the heel. After the action is in place, the upper body should stand up, shoulder, hip and follow in a straight line. Close your legs.

Fourth, after the attack is completed, put your legs together and return to the preparation posture.