Mar 20
Hook Kick 회축
Yeha so maybe this is why I rip my pants. Also the floor kept sliding out from under me so I was angled to much into the wall.
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Hook Kick 회축
Yeha so maybe this is why I rip my pants. Also the floor kept sliding out from under me so I was angled to much into the wall.
The Hook Kick
(In the picture: Master Hugo)
Every language has a way to describe the hook kick, and they all teach us something about this move.
In Korean, this kick is called "huryo chagi" (후려차기) which means "whip kick". It describes well the motion of the kick, which is like a whip. It starts smooth and hits strong.
In Japanese, this kick is called "ura mawashi geri" (裏 回し 蹴り) which means "roundhouse kick with the back side (of the foot, ie, the bottom)". In class, Master Hugo usually explains that this kick is the opposite of the roundhouse kick. The round kick starts with the knee bent, and then straight (hitting with the top of the foot). The hook kick, on the other hand, starts with the knee straight and then bent for the impact (with the bottom of the foot). This kick can be performed with the heel (for greater damage), or the bottom of the foot (for longer reach).
In English, we call this the hook kick, which is similar to the hook punch. If it's too short, it won't cause any damage. If it's too wide, it exposes the move (aka telegraphing). We need to find a middle term in order to get both speed and power.
Spinning Hook Kick
Practicing Double Kick + Spinning Hook Kick Combo
Whirlwind perspective
540 Spin Hook attempt 2 and 3.
