Parshwa Paadh
There are many Paadh (foot) application techniques (kicks) used in Niyuddha. All are applied from prayog siddha. Let us learn about very kick Urdhwa (front up) kick.
- Bring the back leg forward lifting your knee so it is high above the knee of your standing leg.
- Twist your standing leg so your foot is pointing outwards.
- Snap your leg out hitting with either the base of your foot or its outside edge.
- Bring it back in the same way.
- Aim towards the surya chakra and if you can, under the chin or nose.
- Keep your arm up as a guard at all times.
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