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Aero Step Round Kick
Chamber rear leg as if performing a front kick, but only lift it a few inches. As the knee passes the support knee, retract the hip and simultaneously execute a round kick with the support leg before the raised foot touches the ground.
A difficult variation of an aero step with a round kick is to lift the front leg first and kick with the rear foot. This is a popular technique for counterattacking without stepping backward. The aero step is an effective way of adding speed and power to the round kick, because of the reaction force of one leg pulling back and the other kicks forward.
Aero Step Double Round Kick
The double round kick is useful for shorter competitors because it takes advantage of their speed. To perform a double kick with an aero step, perform the first round kick as described above, then, just as the kicking foot touches the ground, execute a round kick with the other leg. Quick kickers may fire a round kick again with the first leg. Double or triple round kicks strike the opponent from both sides so he or she cannot mount an effective defense or counter.
Turn (360° round) Kick
When attacking, spin and step rear foot forward (turn step) and then perform a round kick using the other foot. Range is controlled by how far the spinning foot steps forward. When defending, the kick may be performed in place by placing the spinning foot just in front of the kicking foot in a hopping motion. When used in a counter, the spinning foot spins around the kicking foot to its original spot in a hopping motion.
Jump Turn Kick
To perform a jump turn kick, replace the turn step with an aero turn step. Instead of placing the foot of your turning leg on the floor when you after you turn, hold it in the air as you round kick with the rear leg. Rotate your hips first, and then begin your turn step. A jump turn kick is more powerful than a turn kick because the aero step forces your entire body weight into the target.
Other Round Kicks
Roundhouse Kick (Ball or instep)
Jump Roundhouse or Twist Kick
Spin Roundhouse or Twist Kick
Jump-Spin Roundhouse or Twist Kick
Flying Roundhouse or Twist Kick
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