Kickboxing is an excellent total body workout that increases your stamina, flexibility, and strength while listening to your favorite dance mixes.
Origin of kickboxing dates back to Asia 2,000 years ago. However modern Kickboxing style for health and fitness has started in recent years. The most popular form of kickboxing is known as aerobic or cardiovascular (cardio) kickboxing, which combines elements of boxing, martial arts, and aerobics to provide overall physical conditioning and toning. Unlike other types of kickboxing, cardio kickboxing does not involve physical contact between competitors - it's like aerobics dance with more intensity and more focus on muscles contraction and flexion. It has now become a widely practiced cardiovascular workout that's done because of its many benefits to the body.
Cardio kickboxing classes are usually comprised of 10 to 15 minutes of warm-ups, which include stretching and traditional exercises such as jumping jacks and push-ups, followed by a 30-minute kickboxing session that includes movements such as knee strikes, kicks, and punches. Punching bags or jump ropes are also used in some cases.
After this, at least 5 minutes should be devoted to cooling down, followed by about 10 minutes of stretching and muscle conditioning. Stretching is really important so that beginners donot strain ("pull") their muscles. Slow, proper stretching helps relax muscles and prevent injury.
- · Since Kickboxing is a high-intensity, high-impact form of training, so you should try by first taking a low-impact aerobics course or less physical form of exercise and working up to a higher level of endurance. When you do begin kickboxing, allow yourself to be a beginner by working at your own pace.
- · Look for an instructor who has both a high-level belt in martial arts and is certified as a fitness instructor by a reputed organization such as the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Try to start at a level that suits you and slowly progress to a more intense, fast-paced kickboxing class
- · The key to a good kickboxing workout is controlled movement. Overextending yourself by kicking too high or locking your arms and legs during movements can cause pulled muscles and tendons and sprained knee or ankle joints. Start with low kicks as you slowly learn proper kickboxing technique.
- · Drink plenty of fluids before, during, and after your class.
Start only after a proper check up from your physician.
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