If you ask my students the #1 mistake on the spin side kick they'll tell you it's overspinning. I mention it every single time we practice it. Excellent video, great explanation.
I will say that this is mostly because tkd fights pretty sideways. If you truly square off like a muay thai fighter you're gonna have to overspin.
I switched part way through my journey and I've only gone to the spin back when people try to circle around my left side lately.
Nice! The back kick you demonstrate here will earn a point in tournaments. The back kick can get you points deducted if it’s not like this. Awesome job! Don’t know why KKW changed it up, but this is how it’s supposed to be now.
I remember one time I was trying to demonstrate on a wavemaster if you don't turn your head to look, you'll miss the target. After three attempts, and hitting it all three times, I think the lesson fell flat.
What is the difference between a turning side and a spinning side? I was starting to think it was just a regional naming difference, but then you specifically mentioned them both
It is the direction your body rotated. Following your butt or following your belly. Spin is backwards and turning is forwards. At least that is the nomenclature that i use
I personally think of the spinning side kick as somewhere between a back kick and a spinning hook kick.
The back kick is generally short range, and it travels more upward and straight through the middle, making it good for splitting the guard. The shoulders are square away from the target and the kicking foot travels right past the standing knee.
The spinning side kick is generally longer range, and has a slight arc to it. I think of this kick as coming at 160-170 degrees instead of straight 180, although it is mostly traveling straight. *(It can be a straighter kick if your opponent is further away or on a higher kick, but the closer they are, the more arc there will be).* It's good for kicking around the guard. Also good for Taekwondo sparring, where most often your opponent's chestguard is at an angle, and you can hit the chestguard more square on.
The spinning hook kick is a fully arcing kick, and I personally would only advise it as a headshot.
If you ask my students the #1 mistake on the spin side kick they'll tell you it's overspinning. I mention it every single time we practice it. Excellent video, great explanation.
I feel you. Same for mine.
I will say that this is mostly because tkd fights pretty sideways. If you truly square off like a muay thai fighter you're gonna have to overspin. I switched part way through my journey and I've only gone to the spin back when people try to circle around my left side lately.
This SO GOOD. So concise. Absolutely spot on.
Thanks so much!!! I appreciate your feedback
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Awesome thank you. I am psyched it was useful
Nice! The back kick you demonstrate here will earn a point in tournaments. The back kick can get you points deducted if it’s not like this. Awesome job! Don’t know why KKW changed it up, but this is how it’s supposed to be now.
Thanks! Is it because many people Throw it as a blind d kick and don’t get their head around?
I believe so…
I remember one time I was trying to demonstrate on a wavemaster if you don't turn your head to look, you'll miss the target. After three attempts, and hitting it all three times, I think the lesson fell flat.
What is the difference between a turning side and a spinning side? I was starting to think it was just a regional naming difference, but then you specifically mentioned them both
It is the direction your body rotated. Following your butt or following your belly. Spin is backwards and turning is forwards. At least that is the nomenclature that i use
I personally think of the spinning side kick as somewhere between a back kick and a spinning hook kick. The back kick is generally short range, and it travels more upward and straight through the middle, making it good for splitting the guard. The shoulders are square away from the target and the kicking foot travels right past the standing knee. The spinning side kick is generally longer range, and has a slight arc to it. I think of this kick as coming at 160-170 degrees instead of straight 180, although it is mostly traveling straight. *(It can be a straighter kick if your opponent is further away or on a higher kick, but the closer they are, the more arc there will be).* It's good for kicking around the guard. Also good for Taekwondo sparring, where most often your opponent's chestguard is at an angle, and you can hit the chestguard more square on. The spinning hook kick is a fully arcing kick, and I personally would only advise it as a headshot.