Classes for Kickboxing Western New York are designed to help
individuals get into shape and burn calories. This type of exercise combines
martial arts with boxing and kicking moves to help individuals get into shape
from top to toe. Moves include the jab, cross, hook, upper cut, round house
kick, side kick and front kick, along with moves that will strengthen the
abdominal muscles.
This type of work out is a great way to burn fat.
Individuals who do cardio kickboxing can expect to burn between 500-800
calories an hour. Because it is a high intensity routine, individuals should
stay well hydrated and plan on doing at least a five-minute warm up. If using a
punching bag, be sure to tape wrists to avoid injury. Beginners should start
out slow and increase intensity, as they feel more comfortable.
When performing any of the upper body routines while
kickboxing in Western New York, it is important not to lock the elbow. Whether
doing an upper cut, jab, cross or hook, individuals will want to use quick
movement. Although a punching bag will add resistance, individuals can also
punch the air (shadow box). The most important thing in these moves is to
maintain good form. Lower body routines include the sidekick, front kick and
back kick. Just with the upper body, individuals will want to maintain good
posture and perform moves swiftly.
Once an individual has mastered the basic moves they can
move into more advanced moves. These incorporate traditional lower and upper
body routines, but they are performed in a more advanced combination and
require the individual to have a greater ability to maneuver and coordinate.
Kickboxing in Western New York provides many health benefits
and is a great way to tone the entire body. Individuals can begin this type of
exercise with very little skill level and move up to a more advanced level as
they gain endurance. To receive the most benefit from this exercise,
individuals will want to pay careful attention to posture and form.
