Striking 101: Leg Offense Overview + Round Kicks
Muay Thai is known as the “Art of the 8 Limbs,” referring to the eight striking points utilized in combat:
- Both Hands
- Both Elbows
- Both Knees
- Both Shins/Feet
In the following videos we briefly discuss the core principles of lower body attacks, as well as the iconic Leg Kick (low kick) and Body Kick (midline kick).
Note the presence of modified power movements #1 and #2 in these techniques!
Leg Offense: Overview
Leg Offense: Leg Kicks
Leg Offense: Body Kicks