How Do You Increase Speed And Accuracy Of Kicks In Taekwondo?
In a strike based martial art like Taekwondo, the accuracy and speed of a kick is everything. Without the proper control of your kicks, the leg strikes will only end up putting you at risk. Fortunately, there is a way to significantly improve your Taekwondo kicks. Break the Taekwondo kick down into a series of parts that you can count out. For example, if you’re trying to improve your side kick, call the first raising of the knee step number one, the extension of the leg into the kick number two, the retraction back to the raised knee number three and placing the leg on the ground as number four. Then, go through each segment in smooth succession so you practice the kick with technical accuracy. Work on your flexibility at all times since no kick can be effective without a loose, flexible body. Warm up for stretching by doing some kicks and straight leg swings. Then spread your legs in an attempt to do the splits. Also, place heavy emphasis on loosening your hips by doing hip circles a
