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Kickboxing: Stance, Footwork, And Basic Movement (From Initiation To Knockout)
Physical balance starts with stance. Standing seems
like a simple concept that has been part of your subconscious since
you were a year old. But what if I told you that before you can
fight, you must learn all over how to stand and walk? Stance when
fighting entails more than maintaining balance. For example,
standing in a way that exposes targets is incorrect. A good stance,
on the other hand, provides a barrier that your opponent's strikes
and kicks must penetrate in order to reach you. Your stance also
determines your ability to move expeditiously and with ease, and to
strike and kick with power. Your stance serves both an offensive and
defensive purpose and should present a threat. Look confident and
ready. No matter how good your technique, if you appear insecure,
you are not likely to score a victory.
Mobility gives you power, and your stance should remain solid also when moving. Fighting is dynamic, and now that you know something about stance, you must learn to maneuver yourself around the ring. Footwork is sometimes referred to as "ring generalship." A fighter without footwork is like a woodworker with his tools nailed to the workbench. You have many options on how to move, often depending on the characteristics of your opponent. Your feet should not move without purpose, however.
One of the greatest benefits of footwork is that it helps you gain a position of superiority. This means placing yourself in a position that enables you to use your techniques effectively, while eliminating the use of some or all of your opponent's techniques. Assuming a position of superiority is particularly important when facing a stronger or faster fighter.
