At Gracie, we love kickboxing. We think it’s a great way to up your fitness levels. Plus, it’s also a great exercise because you can burn between 500 to 800 calories per hour of training. Kickboxing is also a very efficient workout since the movements target muscles in your arms, shoulders, abs, thighs, and glutes in one single workout. Furthermore, you can’t beat it for stress release.

In this short three part series, we’re going to cover all the basics of kickboxing. From jabs to kicks, if you’re thinking about becoming a kickboxing practitioner then you will not want to miss this valuable information. Did you know Gracie is a great alternative to a regular kickboxing gym in Raleigh? Call us today to learn more!

The Basics of Kickboxing

Starting Positions

Your starting position will either be a defensive or offensive fighting stance. We’ll outline both below:

Defense Position

• Your elbows should be at 90 degrees along the side of your body with your arms in front of your shoulders. Your fists should be held out in front of your chin.
• Your biceps should be close to your body to where you can feel your chest.

Fighting Stance

• Your elbows should be at 90 degrees along the side of your body with your arms in front of your shoulders. Your fists should be held out in front of your chin in a defensive position.
• Your feet should be shoulder width apart with your lead toe pointing forward and out at a slight angle.
• Knees should be slightly bent and your weight needs to be distributed over both feet.

Odds And Ends

• Always keep your abs tight.
• Never lock your knees or elbows. Keep them loose.
• Make your entire leg a shock-absorber.
• Keep your body in a neutral position–neither arch nor round your back.

Hopefully with this basic knowledge in mind, you’ll be better prepared to learn and train in this fun manner. Don’t miss part two of this series where we cover even more kickboxing basics.

Searching for the Best Kickboxing Gym in Raleigh? Try Muay Thai at Gracie!

If you are searching for an affordable kickboxing gym in Raleigh, why not try Muay Thai at Gracie Raleigh? We offer the best Muay Thai classes in the Triangle area. At our martial arts gym we’ll teach you how to use your fists, elbows, knees, and shins to become a full-contact fighter, defend yourself, or to just get in great overall shape. Muay Thai is also a very efficient workout and you’ll reap many health benefits, so call Gracie Raleigh today and schedule your free class.