Flat-Footed or On Toes When Kicking?

Should you stay flat-footed or rise up to the ball of your foot when throwing kicks? The answer is, per usual: "it depends!" There are always exceptions to the rule, but being flat-footed is better for balance and support, while being "on the toes" is good for pivoting and agility. Remember that pivoting the support foot is done not only to assist in rotating the hips, but to also prevent tension within the knee joint.


FLAT-FOOTED: Linear kicks (side kicks, teeps, etc.), low kicks, & checking kicks
BALL OF FOOT:  High roundhouse kicks, spinning (w)heel kicks, long knee strikes

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