Urdhwa 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.

• Raise the back leg from Prayog Siddha in front of you with the knee bent at 90 degrees.
• Snap the foot out with your toes pulled back so you are kicking with the ball of your foot.
• Bring the leg back in front of you with your knee bent at 90 degrees.
• Place it back into Prayog Siddha.
• Keep your arm up as a guard at all times.
• Remember to twist your body into the kick to achieve greater distance and more power.
• Aim to surya chakra.
• Do not bend backwards as you will lose balance. 

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