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VARIATIONS
Making simple variations to punching and kicking combinations can add variety and stimulation as
well as increase the challenge of the workout. The simplest method of varying existing patterns is to
divide them into separate categories: upper body movements, lower body movements, and
combinations of both.
For example, in the boxing combinations you have the Jab/Cross/Hook combination which we can
refer to as upper body movements. The kicking combinations, such as the Push Kick/Side Kick/Round Kick, can be referred to as the lower body combinations. An upper and lower body
combination would be, for example, the four-count combination which is a kick followed by two
punches, ending with a kick.
Here are some examples of setting up variations to the basics you already know.
Root-Prefix-Suffix
As a root movement, begin with a basic upper and lower body combination. In this case, start
with the four-count (keep root constant so combinations do not get confusing).
Make the prefix the Jab/Cross/Hook punching combination.
Finally, make the suffix a kicking combination of the lead Push Kick followed by a Rear
Round Kick.
Sometimes variations will be necessary. Below are some examples.
Formula
Prefix, Root, Suffix
This would look like: (Prefix) – The Jab/Cross/Hook followed by: (Root) - The four-count
combination of Left Round Kick/Right Cross/Left Hook/Right Round Kick followed by:
(Suffix) - A Left Push Kick/Right Round Kick. |
