Tae kwon do is one of the most popular martial arts in the world. The word “Tae kwon do” means the way of the foot and fist. Like many other martial arts, Tae kwon do is practiced for self-defense, as a sport and exercise.
Tae kwon do is famed for its use of kicking techniques, which distinguish is from many other popular martial arts like “Karate” and “Kung-fu”. After years of constant practice and effort, students develop strength, flexibility, speed, balance and self-confidence, skills that will help them maintain a healthy life style.
Some common kicks used in Tae kwon do are the front kick, side kick, double side kick, turning kick, back kick, spin kick, jump kick, etc. In a sparring, the objective is to score points by kicking a special region of the opponent’s body; the head is two points, and the stomach area 1 point.
In order to score points and win the match, the fighter must combine different kicks and techniques to hit his objective or by K.O. .The fighter who has more points at the end of the third round wins the match.
Tae kwon do is a great sport that can change a person positively. The feeling of winning 1st place in a National or International tournament is incredible, especially after months of preparation, all that hard effort is worth it. What is more important, practicing this martial art will teach you about friendship, about how to keep fighting no matter the obstacle in your life. Taekwon do is not a hobby, it is more a life style.
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My name is Giulio M., I LIVE IN Panama, I study in the Oxford International School |
