How to Perform an Axe Kick in Tae Kwon Do

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Start in a comfortable guarding stance or walking stance.

   In reality you’re aiming for your opponent’s face primarily the nose.
   
   You can also aim for the neck-shoulder area. , Bringing your knee up will make this kick get up to the desired height faster.
   
   If you keep your leg straight the whole time it makes this kick a lot harder to do when your opponent is close.
   
   Seeing how this kick is more of a close-range kick, you wouldn't want to be too far away from your opponent. , Move the whole leg, keeping the knee slightly bent. , You can also use the ball of the foot for a faster but less powerful strike. ,
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   Step 2: Find your target.

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   Step 3: Bring your knee up to your chest level.

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   Step 4: When you reach the top of your kick pull it down upon the target as hard as you can.

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   Step 5: Keep your foot slightly pointed and make contact with the heel.

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   Step 6: Step down into a Guarding stance.

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