Issue 150
January 2017
Unleash a strong counter combination off your opponent’s power strike.
Rafael Cordeiro Head coach at Kings MMA in Huntington Beach, California,
Rafael teaches you masterful Muay Thai with Fernando Bettega.
1 - Rafael throws a low kick, Fernando blocks the strike by lifting his left shin.
2 - As his leg comes down, Fernando switches his stance from orthodox.
3 - Fernando throws his counter kick from the southpaw stance.
4 - Following the kick, Fernando plants his left foot forward and throws a right cross.
5 - To keep the pressure on Rafael, Fernando continues his combo by throwing a left hook.
6 - To finish, Fernando steps across to his left and lands a low kick on Rafael’s lead leg.
TOP TIPS
STUDENT
Incorporate checking kicks into your shadowboxing warm-up. The more you practice the quicker your reactions will be in sparring.
KRU
To avoid a broken foot and cause maximum damage, make sure you land with the middle of your shin when you’re throwing a low kick.
MASTER
Leg kicks are a good way to finish combinations, as your opponent is not likely to see them coming if they’re covering their head.
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