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Controlled Kick-Up to Wall
Dose the kick so the wall is a light safety boundary rather than an impact target.
What it develops
- Entry consistency
- Leg-drive control
How to perform it
- Place the hands at a safe distance.
- Use a small lunge and split-leg kick.
- Step down or use the practiced exit.
Common mistakes
- Throwing both legs
- Kicking harder after every miss
- No reliable exit
Suggested readiness
- Reach predictable height without impact.
- Exit an overpowered kick safely.
These suggestions are not a test or verification of ability.
Scale it back
- Split-leg donkey kick
- Spotter-assisted kick-up
Training cautions
- Use a clear floor away from people and furniture.
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