How To: Lead Leg Round Kick | Stephen Wonderboy Thompson

[@thepunisher6674]

I love Stephen is giving us what we want most youtubers don’t listen to their viewers but Stephen has listened from the start

[@NicolaMaxwell]

He really does love this guy

[@traveling_lands]

Its because hes a real martial artist

[@vitorfogaco6559]

Wonderboy one of my favourite fighters and one the best people overall in UFC.

[@editor7354]

THE ONE THEY CALL WISE true

[@salvadorargueta4979]

Your famous side kick!!! I love the way you throw it constantly in your fights and would love the technique behind it

[@jake1367]

100% need this! I'd love to see the specifics. Do you throw it different at different times? Do you throw it knee up like joe rogan which has insane power.

[@shasankkunwar4032]

After throwing side kick Pettis connected with Superman punch,this made much upset ...

[@nicksalvatore5717]

@@shasankkunwar4032 just be careful when doing it against an opponent near the cage then

[@maxvasquez4996]

@@shasankkunwar4032 he also said he hit too far to the side so he squared off his frame after landing which left him wide open

[@samigamil5036]

You are amazing man, you don't see a lot of world class fighters giving such clear and helpful tutorials

[@NicolaMaxwell]

Hes the man deadly gentleman

[@ryvaleska]

Wonderboy we love you so much, I've been doing TKD and Karate since I was 4 and MMA for 1 year. I fight just like you and it works really well with less experienced fighters but I keep having problems with pro fighters rushing in and forcing an in-fight, clinch situation. That's surely something you had to deal with all your life so pleaaase let me have that knowledge and win my first ammy fight. LOVE U

[@christian_urocar]

Hmm interesting .. I’d say work your cardio tho so you can keep up with your lungs as your being pressured

[@calmack6637]

weather the storm and get back in range

[@wasymuzaffar4531]

This channel is so educational and interesting. Come back soon wonderboy!

[@christian_urocar]

I love the invisible smacks wonderboy just gave me cuz I do need to stretch more often lol

[@bangermccrusher]

I am a simple man, I see mah boi wonderboy and I hit the like button

[@StrengthScholar0]

This is the most useful mma striking channel on KZbin only a master like him can explain complicated techniques in such simple terms.

[@victorfalcone2246]

Your videos are such a useful training tool. I've always wanted to implement a quicker lead kick bc I've felt the switch kick takes longer to throw and is easier to read but I never knew how to open up the hips to snap it up quickly. I drilled it over and over by myself and used it in sparring the next day with good success. Thank you for sharing your martial arts knowledge sir, Osu!

[@bdawk511]

I used to dislike Wonderboy for whatever reason but this channel is so great. He's a great teacher, fun and you can tell he really loves martial arts. Love the work Wonderboy!

[@sageguy403]

Crazy how strong the kick seems even when he not trying. Wonderboy has been one of my favorites since he started!

[@justinlezu793]

Everything he throws is superb….polished to perfection

[@wendellbenedict4793]

Great point about the position of the knee. Respect sent from a a North Carolinian to a South Carolinian. Keep up the great work.

[@blakerizzio5994]

This is probably the only youtube channel without any negative comments. You r truly a wonderboy

[@iamabean]

Thank u my Wonderboy. The idea of turning your back foot before throwing the kick is brilliant .

[@mrpotifar]

I’m always watching and rewinding your fights to learn your technique. This is amazing.

[@NicolaMaxwell]

Good luck mate

[@Gh0st_0723]

Rose definitely watched this video for the Zhang fight. Dude, you've been such a inspiration in my own martial arts journey. Just wanted to thank you for everything.

[@crowtein6104]

Once again you deliver! Also, the way you break down. explain and demonstrate each move is much better than most others that do similar online. High five!

[@ChernoDog]

These are the best martial art videos on youtube in my opinion , also very fun to watch, nice humor too, i love it

[@brunowg331]

As a karateka, I sought of have a ' crush ' on this guy and his subsequent highly influencing fighting style. His contribution to MMA cannot be understated. Whereas I always seem to struggle in putting my karate in contact sports, he seems to be doing it effortlessly and also at the highest level of the sport

[@weshardy1063]

Great video. I live watching you knock dudes out with the lead leg...for so many years fighters would claim that wouldn't work in the ring, due to lack of power. Thank you for helping them see the little lights...

[@nickthompson1812]

Forreal man, always like listening to your knowledge. You do a great job of explaining. Keep it up wonderboy

[@ytsn_THE_OG]

I love you man. I come to you when there's something that my dad can't physically demonstrate. He's a 63 yr old lifelong fighter and fitness freak, so he's limited. I've never used lead roundhouses that weren't to the calf, and I've done martial arts my whole life, but realized I'm really missing that weapon after all. Just my left leg in orthodox. It's been difficult

[@Downhaven]

Another amazing technique Tuesday. And it's also great that you have such an upbeat channel. Even the ads were nice, never seen random acts before, lol.

[@strategicinsomniac5607]

Just wanted to drop by man, and say you are my absolute FAVORITE fighter in the UFC, the WORLD. I've spent all day watching all your UFC fights, and you're just down right amazing. I see a championship belt in your future. You were DESTROYING anthony pettis, and just slipped up once. You should have actually won the belt, in the no contest against Woodley, imo. I wish you nothing but the best man, you deserve it!!

[@gabrielgama3657]

Dude, i hope you become a UFC champion! Your style and personality are incredible.

[@blueflame7000]

If im completely honest i think he won the 2nd Tyron fight and then also beat Darren Till for a defense... judges! 🤗

[@chvjdvpa3746]

TavotheSavior Truer words never spoken 👍🏻

[@nightrunning5870]

Rukh Imagine the outrage if he didn’t get the win

[@peacebalancetruth]

HE WILL BE 2021🔥

[@MC.32517]

If he fights Kamaru usman, he has to utilise his weakness, kamaru is a forward fighter that pressures forward with that very good jab and puts u to the wall and then clinches to tire you out then takes u down and control u on the ground and break u down and wear down ur durability but lacks in lateral movement which is what wonderboy big part of the game plan and I think if wonderboy uses the side kick to the leg or a counter spinning back kick after usman jab, that will be really good for wonderboy and very damaging for usman and working that karate style stance, if he goes deep in to the inside of usmans jab and overhand would be good as well. That is the same with soo many power punchers in the heavier weight divisions and wrestlers. Woodley on the other hand is a weird type of wrestler, he is a very feint power slam wrestler who uses lateral movement for that single leg or a grip to then go up for a clinch and then put ur head down for a guilotine or take u down and smash and control the top and positioning, but in wrestling he only puts soo much control that he really puts the focus and pressure on one side of the body and crusifixes u and it is easy to get out, but when u get out, twood has a great grip and if u hip escape and try to stand up, u will get punished really badly but if u don’t stand up, he won’t take u back to the ground so he’ll let u stand up only for massive punishment and u cant stand up u will lose by tko finish

[@kensei2]

Image, your favorite fighter in the ufc a guy who is an absolute pleasure to see kicking ass in the ring. And now he was a KZbin channel from which you can learn directly from. What an age we live in.

[@thomaselmore1155]

Love that you teach that rear foot pivot torquing the kick. I like to really work on the forward rotation after kick to set back down faster into stance and a combo.

[@michaelgargaro]

awoken out my slumber, hittin the bag again thanks to teq tuesdays.......still got it. wonderboy pure class in and out the octagon. cheers dude.

[@MichelleBrown-fj8hc]

Waking up to ur videos on technique tuesday makes certain its gonna be a good day! Only an authentic champion and true warrior shares his extensive knowledge in an effort to help others excel! #wonderboythebestthebaddest #wonderboybewhereitsat

[@MarioSanchez-wh1bp]

I love this knowledge. This content is so valuable, i honestly have never seen a fighter dedicate time to sharing knowledge like this man is doing. Thank you Stephen Thompson.

[@surelywoo]

These technique breakdowns are great. I watch the video a few times, then head to the gym to practice on the bag.

[@harbingerofdeath4746]

Stephen, you're one of my favorite strikers that I've ever seen, and I've tried emulating your style in sparring and boy does it give people a hard time! I'd love to see your tutorial on a spinning hook kick to the face! I'd be so grateful!! Thank you!

[@maxreeve5728]

Such a breath of fresh air among celebrities, amazing video

[@1stFightIfNotGlock]

One of my favorite fighters, Stephen, you are that dude.

[@Scouser7149]

Awesome! What a nice guy Wondeboy is! Hope the channel grows quickly! Wish you all the best!

[@Seffsqautch]

Awesome explanation! Such a clear break down of this technique

[@connoroneill1262]

Thanks Stephen, Turning the back leg really really helps.

[@sikshredr]

Dude, your videos are awesome! Great instructions and entertaining as well. Cheers!

[@justinlezu793]

Isn’t the internet incredible? You’re being coached by one of the best fighters in the world and it’s 100% free ha so cool….THANKS WONDERBOY

[@ashe757]

I love the frequent videos you are uploading, they are so helpfull, the footwork video helped me so much in sparing agienst taller guys, thanks keep it up

[@waterlegend72]

Boom the combination is complete. This is fantastic man, I love seeing the progressive techniques. I'm pretty sure you used this kick to knock someone out, it's in your UFC highlight reel. Much love man, keep it up

[@blakerizzio5994]

He knocked out Dan Stittgen with this kick in his UFC debut at UFC 143. Won knockout of the night

[@theunqualifiedamerican]

Can we get a spinning back hook kick, or wheel kick? Loving the channel!

[@theunqualifiedamerican]

@By His Holy Cross no it's not. A wheel kick is a straight leg spinning kick. A spinning back hook kick is a back kick that hooks at the end. Very similar in appearance, and some styles may cross the names, but the kicks are performed much differently.

[@grandmasteryorick2255]

@@theunqualifiedamerican this guy is right though its basically just extending your kicking leg earlier than a side kick its like your dragging it instead of thrusting

[@theunqualifiedamerican]

@@grandmasteryorick2255 yeah that's my point about the difference. I know the impact is the same, and actually a wheel kick will have increased power because of the whip. A spinning back hook kick is more linear until the hook at the end. Which makes it harder to see at the expense of power.

[@djbray7]

The back hook kick is performed very differently than the wheel kick. The back hook kick is faster and has more of a whip effect. You spin around, lean away from your target, and you "hook" your leg through the target. Your body only turns about 75% of the way through the kick. With the wheel kick, your body is far more upright and you keep your leg almost totally straight and try to use your leg like a club. You also turn your entire body with the kick. The wheel kick is a little more powerful, but both will knock out your opponent if you land it on the chin. People confuse them because they look quite similar and people often use a hybrid in combat sports.

[@theunqualifiedamerican]

@@djbray7 agreed. The only thing I'll say is that for our hook kick, or any kick for that matter we always remain upright with our head. If you let your head go away from your opponent, so to does your reach and power. Many people do it to make up for flexibility and increase kicking height, but your head leads the body so if it's leading into the strike your power goes the same way.

[@nicotheuen9142]

Can you do a video about how to increase your punching power with movements or exercises

[@thepunisher6674]

That would be amazing being able to hit even harder

[@ChrisDyn1]

He already did with the cross video. Someone didn't try it...

[@ryanharvey5256]

Bru there are literally a million videos on that. Let Thompson teach us real shit like this.

[@legbiter1462]

Nico Theußen weighted gloves dude

[@ricardoallen786]

Speed bag? My reasoning is Isn't power = speed x force

[@safdarkh786]

Swift and smooth. Almost like a leg jab!

[@HassanAli-bg7nr]

Love how a ufc fighter gives us amazing lessons for free. Havent missed 1 video bro! respect from the UK

[@NicolaMaxwell]

Thanks mate, love this content!! Fastest I've seen a channel grow. You're the man! Don't pull a hammy!!! 😂Respect 🙏🏻

[@jonathanjader5842]

Sharing the tactics and techniques of one of the most unique fighters in the game is much appreciated. I always heard great things about you and your team from Stryker, but did not know you were this hilarious.

[@isveryniceyes]

Awesome dude! Thanks for posting all these goodies for us fans!

[@josiahreynolds7501]

Awesome video sir! Could you do a video about karate-style hook punch? Kind of curious to see what that looks like

[@MMATHIASK]

You're a natural and getting better every tuesday!

[@shawngrandval]

I'd really like to see a lead leg low kick (to an opponent in the opposite stance). Thank you, you're the man.

[@jonscorse6709]

That would be awesome. Maybe some setups.

[@joeblackjackal6288]

Brooooooo Fuxking legendary. Ive been having some difficulties with this kick and you just gave me the key factor... You rotate the knee immediately rather than throwing a kneee up first. I tried it the first time and immediately worked out!!! Fuxking awesome man, thank wb.

[@Tousanx]

I would sign up for his gym if I lived closer but gotta love youtube for this lesson. thanks coach.

[@jvela80]

you have become my favorite channel on KZbin!

[@tacticaltemplar875]

Your content is excellent, WB! Please keep it coming!

[@josemartinho]

Love the technique videos and how you link them together to create more complex combinations. The teaching experience is really noticeable.

[@poetry8888]

You're best coach ever. I've been following your career and trying these moves for so long and it's great to help to do em with you! Keep doing what you're doing, win lose or draw always a fan of a true MMA artist!

[@AZ-iv5ig]

Maaaan, you are amazing!!! Keep it up champ! 💪💪💪 myself and my daughter are big fans of yours!!

[@erikowings6729]

Thanks Again! My favorite channel on youtube!

[@johnbrady6296]

God bless you bro such a humble guy showing us your sick moves. Thank you for spreading your knowledge with all of us!

[@emmarowe1756]

Thanks for this Stephen I’m only 2 1/2 or 3 years through my martial arts journey I do :karate, bjj and (Thai boxing after my S.A.T’s),and I would just like to say thank you for helping me with my martial arts journey I’m a green belt in my local karate a white belt in bjj and I’m starting Thai boxing in one week ( my karate style is dorokyu ryu karate justu in (Falmouth,England). I just want to say thank you for helping me with my short time of martial arts journey and thank you for helping me with my journey:)

[@NicolaMaxwell]

What a pleasant comment section! Wonderboy is rightfully respected and liked... appreciate it mate🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Mittsthetfordyall]

I didnae expect anything us from his crowd

[@NicolaMaxwell]

@@Mittsthetfordyall naw ano he's got a magic fanbase

[@accurateammonwells1707]

Man that's what's up I had already added the lead round kick to the body after that combo! - Good stuff!

[@kieran6163]

Thanks wonderboy!! going to use this on my family members to practice!

[@thousandsuns]

Keep'm coming!!!! Would like to see sorts of set ups for the spinning back kick and a lead side kick. 🙏

[@jamesmafi6066]

You're the shit, man. Love your content, love your energy. Please keep up the great work! Hope the hands heal soon, can't wait to see you back in there

[@thesilversurfer1071]

I feel bad for not looking up to see if wonderboy had a channel before. Subscribed and happy that I did. Great video !

[@jacobnieves9505]

God bless Stephen I want to pursue a career in mma and really look up to this guy so helpful!

[@thewrightthings]

This is MONEY and I love how you chained a few of the past technique Tuesday techniques together with this one !!!

[@meshari_27]

I like to watch this man videos. It motivates me somehow.

[@Fred-jh2xg]

Thanks a bunch Wonderboy, man could listen to you all day. Love yer channel. 🙏🏼

[@leonelcristiancassini7703]

Thank you so much for the good energy and everything you share...you are an inspiring person...

[@Bloom0to9]

YES MAAATE. You have my favorite kicks in the UFC :) And i want to know how to lead leg round kick. Thanks heaps from NZ!

[@TheJuntunen]

you give a nice tips with a great attitude not forgeting humor. I'd like to see some tips about atacking when opponent comes up with side kick or back kick. so how to defend agains that when you try to offence.

[@estebanr6360]

You guys are fun to watch! Will practice that front kick your way to see how much faster I can get. Thanks 🙏🏼

[@codyjwoods]

Thanks for helping us out Stephen. I don't want to abandon my Karate background for all the sprawl and brawl schools and there simply isn't enough knowledge out there yet. You're a good dude. I hope to train with you sometime after this little apocalypse is over.

[@craiglee7993]

Brother this was a good move doing You Tube i'm a old dude but competed from a 9yrs old in Karate Iv'e Black Belt in Judo and Taekwondo the Judo took way longer. I enjoy your fighting style get a little mean and kick ass its okay to release the Beast. Respect you're good Man I wish you all good in Life.

[@Bugsygb1]

cool to see the character that goes with the fighter, cheers for these bro

[@albertalbert7958]

Love to see a UFC fighter building his brand outside the UFC. Keep it up.

[@KennyKenCan1014]

i love these!!! Thank you WB!! I am not able to get into gyms but i train and workout daily. These are greatly helping me with questions and tightening up technique for me! The kicks, stretches, conditioning everything! Thank you pls keep them up!!

[@User.mario.lawrence.]

Nice..i watch your highlights all the time.

[@bebopgaming7254]

Sweet T needs a video on removing pads Thai pads like he does with such style and class! He makes it look effortless! Sweet T for President! 🥊

[@40Rouge]

The kids that you teach are very lucky. They'll truly appreciate it later in life.

[@o_monteiro_gustavo]

I always hit the thumbs up before even watching your videos.

[@kevinpotter6643]

I can’t even get my legs above my waist, but I still love watching these videos!

[@BIGGLEdarrigle]

Wicked kick man and a great video! Big up wonderboy

[@Alwaysmoving1]

Lol we all new Wonderboy was a cool and nice dude, but how likeable is he now we get to see more of his character, what a guy!

[@sethmichael8188]

Thank you!!! This worked for me instantly. Get that knee past the line of aim and you will get more torque. Glory to the King

[@Dante3014]

i like the energy you give! awesome stuff.

[@nachiketjadhav9999]

The combo is awesome man. Flows perfectly. Thank You.

[@TipseyTiger1996]

Hey wonderboy, please do some techniques for us advanced students. Spefically some flashy kick combos, Bill Wallace style but both legs. Always a pleasure learning from you!

[@vito4801]

You’re the best Wonderboy! Thank you so much, also love this video format

[@KloudNineth]

hi stephen thank u for this video. we want to see the sidekick video!!

[@Woudloper]

Wonderboy is my inspiration. Not only in the martial arts. Also when I get too cocky about my looks, I go watch a wonderboy video and cry myself to sleep. 😅

[@WonderboyMMA]

Stig Lauren 🤣🤣🤣

[@jasmin7763]

He displayed this technique in his first UFC fight. A great knockout it was!

[@chinmaychindarkar]

You are the best ❤️ i enjoy this content as there are few taekwondo classes here in India 🇮🇳

[@Lakupeep]

Awesome stuff. Excited to give this a shot! I'm trying to improve my punching speed.

[@NicolaMaxwell]

Good luck buddy

[@makdental2627]

Wow man.. keep these videos coming.. learning alot from you. Your videos are on point every time... future WW champ !!

[@juanignaciodiaz8591]

you are a great fighter and also a great youtuber, go on and dominate the world.

[@Brucelee-pv6uf]

0:30 lead leg kick jab of kicks not switch and kick 1:05 just turn back foot to use hips in round kick ( without the slide up) Hit with low part of chin or ball of foot 2:50 torque hips down for power 3:20 start still 3:50 point knee other side of head to go throw head 4:35 adding round kick to that combo 5:35 stepping to the outside of shoulders