Stop Getting Leg Kicked - 5 Common “CHECK“ Mistakes

Checking (blocking shin-on-shin) is the most common & effective way to block a kick... when done correctly. The roundhouse kick aims to do damage to the quadricep muscle/tendon, knee, and/or calf muscles. ribs, forearms, and head. Besides evading (making them miss), crowding (pressuring forward, to offset impact), or bracing (“eating“ the kick by stabilizing the joint), checking the kick is a win-win. When timed and executed correctly, a good check will not only defend the vulnerabilities in your leg and bo