Need kick box pointers

[Carmen829]

I love KPC and the new 4DS Kick Box. But when doing the side kicks I cant get my leg to look as straight as Cathe's. My leg has a bend. I look clumsy.

Question: where should the knee face of the kicking leg? Also what can I do to get my kick to look cleaner? (straight leg, powerful kick). Should I stretch more?

Also when doing a jab or hook, where should I be aiming? Straight out or jaw level of my imaginary opponent?
Thanks.

Carmen

 

[SunKissed]

Hi Carmen! I am a certified kickbox instructor and might be able to help. When going to kick, lift your hips and glutes up a little and have the foot/heel that is on the floor turned in towards the midline of the body, so your toes are pointed out. Your knee should be facing forward toward mirror or front wall with your knee and ankle all lining up with your hip. As you get stronger and more flexable you should be able to kick higher and straighter. Give it some time. You'll get it!

B.Gates

 

[shouldbesad]

I checked out a 'Kickboxing for Dummies' DVD from my library to get a slow motion lesson on exactly where my feet and fists should be.

Diane

 

[Carmen829]

Great information, thanks

Carmen