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Martial art - side kick

Title: Martial art - side kick

Seminar Paper , 2008 , 5 Pages , Grade: Sehr Gut

Autor:in: BSc. Stefan Leitner (Author)

Sport - Theory and Practice
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In Asia martial art has one of the longest documented histories. There are many different
styles, like kung fu, aikido, judo, jujutsu and many more. The one thing in common are
techniques to use your hands for punches and your feet for kicks. The side kick is a very
effective technique to defend yourself. It ismentioned in nearly every martial art but under
different names. The side kick is one of the first movements you learn when practicing
martial arts. There are many modifications to it but this text will just describe the general
movement.

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Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

  • General information
  • Description of the side kick
  • How to learn the side kick considering the dynamical system theory
    • The knee booster
    • Breaking the stick
  • Warnings
  • References

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This text provides a comprehensive overview of the side kick technique in martial arts, focusing on its practical application and learning process within the context of motor learning theory.

  • Description and execution of the side kick
  • Application of dynamical systems theory to motor learning
  • Practical exercises for mastering the side kick
  • Safety precautions and injury prevention
  • Relevance of the side kick in various martial arts styles

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The text begins by providing a general introduction to martial arts, highlighting their historical significance and common techniques, particularly the side kick. It then offers a detailed step-by-step breakdown of the side kick, focusing on its mechanics and execution.

The following section explores how to learn the side kick through the lens of dynamical systems theory, emphasizing the importance of natural movements and progressive practice. Two exercises are presented: "The knee booster" and "Breaking the stick," both designed to enhance specific aspects of the side kick technique.

The final section emphasizes the importance of safety measures before and during practice, highlighting potential risks and providing practical tips for injury prevention.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The text focuses on the side kick technique in martial arts, employing the dynamical systems theory to explain its learning process. Key concepts include motor learning, degrees of freedom, practical exercises, and safety precautions. The text aims to provide a clear understanding of the side kick within a broader context of martial arts and motor learning theory.

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Title
Martial art - side kick
College
University of Dalarna
Grade
Sehr Gut
Author
BSc. Stefan Leitner (Author)
Publication Year
2008
Pages
5
Catalog Number
V181654
ISBN (eBook)
9783656049623
Language
English
Tags
martial
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BSc. Stefan Leitner (Author), 2008, Martial art - side kick, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/181654
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