twizt Posted August 22, 2001 Share Posted August 22, 2001 Hey I was wondering, I am interested in kickboxing, but is it for everyone? I mean that as in body type? I know that if you really want to you can do it etc etc, but if you are short, or have a large build, is it still possible to be a good kickboxer? Thanks for that It takes a big man to cry, but it takes an even bigger man to laugh at that man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-S-K Posted August 22, 2001 Share Posted August 22, 2001 welcome to the kickboxing forum twizt anyone can do it, we have all sorts of people at my school and nothing stops them, in the end you will be as good as you want to be, the more training you put in the better you will be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamrushman Posted August 22, 2001 Share Posted August 22, 2001 welcome to this forum TWIZT......... rushman (karate forums sensei)3rd dan wtf/kukkiwon"saying nothing...sometimes says the most"--e. dickerson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KickChick Posted August 22, 2001 Share Posted August 22, 2001 Kickboxing is about being an athlete IMO. To be a kickboxer you have to be strong, fast, and flexible, have unbelievable endurance, and be strategic. Kickboxing is a combative sport that involves kicking & punching, with the sole purpose being to knock your opponent out. Certain styles of kickboxing require kicks above the belt so if your legs only spread apart 90 degrees in any direction.... you will not be able to kick anything above the equivalent to your own waist height. Flexibility is a skill that will take work and in time you will develop. Good Luck! Deby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babysteffee Posted August 22, 2001 Share Posted August 22, 2001 Obviously, the fitter you are the easier you'll find kickboxing at the start. But anyone can be that fit. You are literally forced in your classes to push yourself so it is impossible to stay unfit. If you can only kick waist-height, stretches and exercises will make your muscles more and more supple until you can kick your height and higher... Running and skipping are good ways of building up your stamina to be able to cope with the continuity of training. Nobody was born an excellent kickboxer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karateka Posted August 22, 2001 Share Posted August 22, 2001 I swear every time I read your name, all I read is twit. Anyway, I used to be in Kickboxing. The only reason I quit is because the teacher lost faith in me. Make sure you have a good teacher. That is all I can say. "Never hit a man while he's down; kick him, its easier"Sensei Ron Bagley (My Sensei) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kickbutt Posted August 22, 2001 Share Posted August 22, 2001 It's true - you do have to be in good shape in order to continue up to the higher belts...I found that if I take 1-2 cardio classes per week in addition to my training that it helps alot. I don't think I could make it through any of my classes if I didn't. I'm also fortunate enough to have an unbelievable female Sensei who is a great motivator and believes in me - a great asset as well as a great role model. You definately need good balance, flexibility and determination - I like how KickChick described it best. And no, you don't have to be a kid to start... Lori P.S. I agree Karateka - I only see 'twit' too lol - no offence intended If you think something small cannot make a difference - try going to sleep with a mosquito in the room.-Unknown- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaiboxerken Posted August 23, 2001 Share Posted August 23, 2001 As I understand it, kickboxing is a sport, not a martial art. So if you want to compete and succeed, yes you better become athletically superior. But to train in kickboxing for self-defense, anyone can do it. Personally, I don't feel kickboxing covers many other aspects that can occur in a defense situation. But if you want to learn how to punch and kick, go on and do it, you might found out that it is your calling and become a champion. Just kick 'em, they'll understand.- Me Apprentice Instructor under Guro Inosanto in Jun Fan Gung Fu and Filipinno Martial arts.Certified Instructor of Frank Cucci's Linxx system of martial arts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sutton_uk Posted September 27, 2001 Share Posted September 27, 2001 I agree with him, im just starting out and havent started lesslons or any thing yet im a big bulid but if you practise you will get better Sutton_uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kicker Posted September 27, 2001 Share Posted September 27, 2001 do your best dont look at if there big or small so dont under estamate them my looking at them they might be weak but tall or strong and skinney and small....ect!!! get the point!! when you do your best it`s going to show. "If you watch the pros, You will learn something new" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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