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Learning Fundamental Muay Thai Combinations That Work
Kickboxing Columbia students learn new muay thai kickboxing techniques every day. New students always want to learn the flashy moves first because the they look cool but it is more important to get good at the fundamentals because they will work more often. Kickboxing Columbia students who understand why the basics are so important will have better success progressing in muay thai kickboxing. The following is a very high percentage combination that is used very often in Muay Thai. The combination is called the 1-2-3 roundhouse kick combination.
1. Get in your fight stance. Your left foot should be forward and your right foot should be roughly at a 45 degree angle back from your left foot. Make sure you keep your feet shoulder width apart with your knees slightly bent so you have a strong base. Bring your hands to your tucked chin with your right hand in the back and your left hand out slightly in front but still protecting your chin. (Note: This is for right handed fighters. For left handed fighters, reverse sides.)
2. Throw a jab (1). Take a small step out with your left foot while extending your left arm with your elbow in and turning your thumb down as you punch. (Note: If the fist is not properly clenched, it may result in broken fingers and/or knuckles.)
3. Throw a cross (2). Extend your right hand straight at your opponent while rotating your body counter-clockwise. (Note: When throwing a cross, keep your elbows in.)
4. Throw a hook (3). Elevate your slightly bent left elbow and turn clockwise, as you bring your right hand back to your chin. Make sure your fist does not pass your body’s center line. Your back foot stays planted while bearing the majority of your weight and the ball of your front foot rotates in the same direction. (Note: The power of this punch does not come from your arm; it comes from the rotation of your hips.)
5. The roundhouse kick. Step your front foot out at a 45 degree angle and rotate your hips counter-clockwise. Kick your opponent at an upward diagonal angle. Whenever you throw a roundhouse kick it is important to shield or protect your face and head with your left hand.
The individual moves can be learned very quickly but it will take time to develop the combination before you are able to land it in live sparing. The students who spar at kickboxing Columbia know that combination is much harder to pull off. When they spar the 1-2-3 roundhouse kick combination has to be about precision and timing to land each strike.
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