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Exercise: Physical Defense : Blocking a High Kick, Mid Kick and/or Low Kick

Sep 1
2 min read



Situation


To block a high kick safely, use a strong two-handed forearm guard while bracing your body to absorb the impact without getting knocked off balance. [1, 2]

source: google.com



1. Blocking Low and Leg Kicks ( Aimed at Lower body or Legs )

  • Lift your leg slightly and angle your knee outward at a 45-degree angle.

  • Expose the hard bone of your shin to meet the incoming strike.

  • Keep your hands up to protect your head from simultaneous punches.


2. Blocking Body Kicks ( Aimed at Middle body or Torso )

  • Bring your elbow down tight against your hipbone and ribs.

  • Keep your glove glued to the side of your face or forehead.

  • Turn your arm slightly outward to distribute the impact force across multiple bones.


3. Blocking High and Head Kicks ( Aimed at Head or Neck )

  • Raise both forearms together to form a tight, structural double-guard against your head.

  • Keep your chin tucked down behind your gloves.

  • Absorb the shock through your shoulders and core rather than letting your hands push outward.

source: google.com

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4. Additional Considerations 


  • The Phone Guard: 


    Raise your arm on the incoming side tight to your head, like you are answering a phone, to protect your temple and jaw. [1, 2]


  • Double-Arm Support: 


    Bring your opposite hand across or out to support the block, reducing the shock and preventing the force from driving your own arm into your face. [1]


  • Pop or Absorb: 


    Avoid a completely dead, rigid stop against a powerful shin; slightly meet the kick or "pop" it upward with your forearm rotation to deflect the peak force. [1]


  • Brace Your Stance: 


    Keep your knees slightly bent and weight balanced so the impact does not sweep you off your feet. [1, 2]


    source: google.com

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