How to Stretch for High Kicks and Flexibility | Basic PNF Stretching Technique

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[@AndoMierzwa]

Very cool of you to say. Thank you!

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[@AndoMierzwa]

+RMA 4 LIFE That's how my brain talks at least! :-)

[@Sketchrcat]

Finally! A stretching video that makes sense...!!!

[@AndoMierzwa]

+Sketchrcat Glad you liked it! Thank you for the comment!

[@charliecrome207]

Thanks for this! I'm a second Dan in taekwondo but I can only kick to my waist so this is really helpful

[@AndoMierzwa]

Great! Still, as you get older, waist high kicks might be all you need!

[@TeknoDimension]

thanks a lot Ando! Will definitely implement that

[@AndoMierzwa]

Great! Hope it helps!

[@Docinaplane]

Very good information, thank you! I use some of this in my stretching, but now I'll do it more. The thing that has helped my stretching the most is to put the time in and hold the stretches for longer periods to give the body time to adjust.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Absolutely! Slow and steady!

[@ibrahimshareef4743]

your training lessons are so simple and easy. and you are the smartest trainer on the youtube. I have never seen such simple stretching excerises on youtube

[@AndoMierzwa]

That makes me very happy. Thank you, sir!

[@hchamani]

Hi Ando, The past two days I have been applying your stretching methode. For me it really works very effectief, smooth and safe. After the squeezing (or during the relaxing-phase), I can stretch at least 50% more than the regular stretch I normally did (without squeezing). Thanks a lot!

[@AndoMierzwa]

That is awesome! Thanks for letting me know. Keep going! :)

[@jeremym1288]

Finally someone explains PNF so that i can understand!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Hope it helps! 👍🏼

[@jeremym1288]

@@AndoMierzwa it does for sure. I've been doing isometric holds to strengthen the hip contraction as well. Can practicing kicks daily increase height too? I'm not sure if I'm wasting time doing 50 kicks a day.

[@AndoMierzwa]

@@jeremym1288 Kicks can surely help. But focus on HOW you do them, not how many.

[@davidwayne9982]

I use to do what my teacher called DYNAMIC stretches--do a normal stretch- to the comfort point- not much more-- then as it was relaxing into the stretch- use the conflicting muscle to PULL AGAINST the stretch.. THIS is just what you just told.. just in a better way!!! But it works- not only does the muscle tighten and tone- but actually builds flexibility.. I'm doing that on a very toned down level right now.. but then- not everyone is 66 and have been mashed between two full sized trucks.. :)

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thanks for the support, sir!

[@joshuamoore3515]

What a great AROM stretch, and approach to relaxing mentally to control the electrical impulses of the fascia. I dont know why I didn't think of this. Thank you

[@AndoMierzwa]

Glad it helped! Happy kicking!

[@maxjm8880]

The best youtuber. As someone who is stuck in quarantine, this makes great practice while I can't go to the Dojo.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you for the kind words! Happy training!👍🏼

[@maxjm8880]

Thanks! You, too.

[@TheWildeOnes]

I've learned more from you than any other sensei I've paid for. Thanks! 👌

[@AndoMierzwa]

That's a great compliment. Thank you!

[@atherquadir]

@@AndoMierzwa very sensible and applicable thanks for sharing awesome tips.

[@AndoMierzwa]

@@atherquadir MY pleasure, sir. Thank you!

[@therespectedlex9794]

Inspiring, thanks

[@BigTony2Guns]

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[@anftrew3775]

Brilliant. I regularly stretch, but have never done the tensing up thing. I'm definitely going to give it a try.

[@AndoMierzwa]

I think it will help!

[@mustafarashad7353]

I feel that i'm watching useless videos on KZbin but when's I come to your channel, your greatness impresses me :)

[@AndoMierzwa]

+mustafa rashad Very kind of you to say, sir!

[@feyrabass]

I saw this technique elsewhere and it really does work. Even though I practice a different Martial Art, these videos of yours are extremely helpful. Thank-you Sensei! ( Oss! )

[@AndoMierzwa]

I appreciate the kind words. Thank you!

[@MrFacundo7]

Another amazing and super useful video Sensei Ando! Excellent stretching exercise💪👍

[@AndoMierzwa]

Always happy if you’re happy, my friend! 😁

[@Schrodingers_kid]

Probably the best channel I've ever met. One problem:Its 1:10am and I have to get up in 6 hours.

[@JamesLDurham]

This is a great explanation of a process that I have used in TKD. The ability to have the control of leg for multiple kicks in sparring or patterns requires flexibility. Although, I can perform a head kick, but my ability to have the control to perform a double high round house isn't there. It's as if I can stretch and retract but I have no ability to perform the kick again with my leg in the air. I'm hoping that with increased flexibility I'll be able to hold the leg up and execute the kick again. This skill is essential in the higher patterns.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Hi James! For me, the keys are flexibility and structure. If your posture is off in the kicking position, you'll lose your balance or drop your leg no matter how flexible you are. You probably know that already, but thought I'd mention it. Keep kicking, sir!

[@calmastorm5144]

thanks for the tip. I like shadowboxing for cardio everyday. this is awesome tips to help..

[@AndoMierzwa]

Awesome! 👍🏼

[@EsotericOccultist]

Are you psychic? I've was just dwelling on how I need to learn this and this video pops up! I love this channel!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Love when that happens! Thank you! :)

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That's AI ... Computer did sync with your brain and can understand what you are thinking or simply your cellphone is spying on you for Google ads.

[@Cayoot]

I REALLY needed this tip! Thanks Ando!

[@AndoMierzwa]

My pleasure, sir!

[@ironcrosstrainingltd6482]

Classic stretching 👌 Tae Kwon Do

[@Bansheexero]

That's very, very similar to what I did during TKD training. The difference is we laid on the floor (tatami mats), while we had a person step on the dobok pants to pin one leg to the floor while they pushed our leg towards our head, until we hit a point until we felt a bit of pain, when we stopped. At our instructor's signal, we would push against them as they tried to hold it in place. Pretty much the same exact thing you are talking about, only with a partner and lying on the ground.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Awesome. You got it! 👍🏼

[@4_4_4..]

Thanks a lot! my son is going to test for 2 Dan in a month..at least I'll be able to practice stretches with him. WE REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR WORK!

[@AndoMierzwa]

That is awesome! Good luck to both of you!

[@shahryaresteki4825]

Thank you so much for your video, I learn from all your video I watched. U are a good master of martial arts.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you very much for the good vibes. Happy training! 🙏🏻

[@willalexandergaming8032]

thanks for the tip

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you for watching!

[@tszwaisamuelyau3943]

It works perfectly, I feel my leg lighter ALOTTTT....Thank you very much!!!!!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Awesome! Good work!

[@vesuvius2444]

Cool technique. The best way I've found for stretches is to stretch while watching TV and just sit in it. Or while doing laundry, or anything else that require minimal effort, KZbin also.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Yes, indeed. Multitasking is a great way to stretch!

[@balanceoverpower]

Huge! I need more flexibility for tricking but haven't gotten very good results yet, my flexibility in my high kicks my greatest inhibitor

[@AndoMierzwa]

You’re not alone on that! Keep working on it.

[@altairnilo]

Nice. Thanks Sensei Ando. This tips I already know and from the time I got the Chikungunya here in Brazil, I experiment the diagnostic of my legs are with some kind of problem that could give me a lot of problems and maybe take me out of martial arts forever. But I (with patience) wait to find a Sport Doctor that gave me new hope. I must wait at 3 years to full recover. In this time I'm comming back to training. This week with caution and, I think, from the very beginning (patience must be worked) to get the point before the ill. Thank you one more time for these awesome videos and tips. Health and peace Sensei. Oss.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Wow. So much patience! Happy to hear you are back in action, sir! Happy, healthy training to you!

[@altairnilo]

thank you sensei.

[@zahraasakrani5114]

Thanks a lot for this! I'm starting kung fu for the first time (besides a couple of classes I took a few years ago) tomorrow and have been really worried that I'm starting too late (I'm 15) or that I wont be flexible or strong enough but your videos have really helped be and are part of the reason that I decided to go through with signing up in the first place!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Never too old! Go for it!👍🏼

[@zahraasakrani5114]

@@AndoMierzwa Thanks 😄

[@Shokyto]

Insightful, practical and hilarious! Keep it up sensei! :D

[@AndoMierzwa]

Awesome. Thank you very much! :)

[@lyradawe5868]

I actually trained kicking leg for a year and it's really strong now!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Hopefully, you’ve got two good kicking legs! 😁

[@lyradawe5868]

@@AndoMierzwa I do!

[@mizukarate]

Thanks Sensei A!!!!! I will try it.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Awesome!

[@turingmendoza2548]

I believe thats the secret sensei Ando coz i tried this and it works. Thanks.

[@AndoMierzwa]

+Greg Reyes Simple and effective. Awesome, sir!

[@comicsans7080]

This is helpful and interesting to watch.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thanks for saying so!

[@attiylanen]

It's like this. In order to relax the muscle and stretch it, you first have to tense it. I remember the Stretching Scientifically VHS tapes back in the 80's.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Good memory!

[@warenesmao3961]

I playing taekwondo...but I am not a player...I still training to become a player next year ... thanks to you and this video..

[@AndoMierzwa]

+waren esmao Awesome! Go for it!

[@Whitpusmc]

Thanks for this video! I enjoy and learn from each one.

[@AndoMierzwa]

I really appreciate that. Thank you!

[@captianamerica3531]

woohhh a whole new stuff in the market

[@Turco949]

Since I am typically full of sh.t, When I heard "squeeze & release" I started thinking about #2. Who knew the same technique could be used for flexibility. Thanks Ando!

[@AndoMierzwa]

No comment. :-)

[@moochshoom9574]

YOU LOOK GOOD WHEN YOU TALK BROTHER.. A CONFIDENT AND A USEFULL TALK...

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you, my brother! 👍🏼

[@susantompkins4254]

Thank you this has helped me, I've been doing them

[@AndoMierzwa]

Hope it’s helping, Susan! Slow and steady!

[@susantompkins4254]

@@AndoMierzwa ok will do

[@fernandomendoza798]

I used to be able to do a full split since before I started martial arts. but when I was 30 I didn't warm up one day and I started kicking the bag, then I felt something pop. my hamstring muscle fibers snapped. it was the worst pain I had ever felt. I was out of combate for a year. after that I couldn't touch my toes. then I started doing yoga and that helped alot, but I still can't do a full split. I feel like a little bump in my hamstring. I'm going to try this stretching technique you just posted.

[@thejoojoo9999]

Don't push too much though, you've been severely injured, so maybe you'll just never attain that level again, and trying so will only risk causing injuries. Not a doctor though, but be careful with yourself. Health is precious.

[@fernandomendoza798]

Thanks

[@AndoMierzwa]

Another great reply, Julien. Thanks!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Sorry for your pain, sir. Thankfully, you don't need to do a full split to be an effective martial artist. Just do what you can do!

[@TheKahliff]

AN awesome Vid! Thank you Sensei Ando!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you very much! Hope it helps!

[@retroworldgames139]

Great tips again! Thanks very much! Imma try and combine that with the always be conditioning workout to see if it makes faster improvements!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Awesome. Just do what you can do! :)

[@leodaido]

Thanks Sensei! Great explanation!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Glad it made sense! Thank you!

[@yotacharapone5341]

hey ando i hate stretching, but i do it because i know that it's beneficial

[@AndoMierzwa]

I hear you. I'm still trying to talk myself into stretching, too!

[@darioncollins6333]

lol watching this while I have to take shit. So when you said squeeze and release I had to pause the video haha

[@AndoMierzwa]

Good lord!

[@pravinkuchekar1599]

Kinking tutroial sir

[@longkhoim9726]

Darion Collins ..Nagative thoughts huh.?😀

[@longkhoim9726]

Ando Mierzwa ..sir do u teach Flibs too?

[@Fitzone360-LTD]

5 sets of 10 seconds is definitely going to hurt in the morning....Thanks for the great tips

[@weoooe3657]

It works thank you!!

[@thisaccountisdead9060]

Fascinating. I have definately found self-consciouness a problem - it is much easier when you just go with it. What is the brain for again? - it just seems to get in the way...

[@AndoMierzwa]

Ha! I wouldn't cut out your brain just yet... it can still come in handy. :)

[@johnsonc5702]

Nice video sensei.thank you

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you for watching!

[@clockzz7175]

Great video, I was looking for something like this.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Awesome! Thank you for the comment.

[@JARP55]

Yo sensei guess what.I won first place on a karate tournament today!!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Hey! That's great! Congrats!

[@berrydododo3104]

Thanks for the tips

[@AndoMierzwa]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@nathandoggett6287]

Well done and useful

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you very much!

[@adamtr1121]

Awesome! I will try these,

[@AndoMierzwa]

Let me know how it goes!

[@brainiacmarco4014]

I appreciate it Sensei, thank you so much!

[@AndoMierzwa]

My pleasure! Thank you for watching!

[@zmqazi1099]

Again Sir! I love this video! Thanks for great tips! I will start applying it.but yes! I can't get sweating but I will try to warm up my self as best as I can without getting exhausted.(so I can enjoy high kicks after stretching) Thanks again! May Allah reward you with best from his treasures.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Blessings upon you as well, sir!

[@vaisakhspillai7379]

Taekwondo 💕

[@AndoMierzwa]

👍🏼👍🏼

[@9510dark]

Thanks Sensei.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Absolutely, sir!

[@jackbelkada4455]

Thanks a lot I really appreciate it

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you for watching!

[@mariog9124]

Very helpful..thanks

[@AndoMierzwa]

You're very welcome, sir!

[@lpower1551]

I can do high kicks even tho I can't touch my feet, must be an alien

[@MrScar665]

That's called dynamic flexibility. That's better than static flexibility

[@thejoojoo9999]

Heavy King No it's not. If you're good in static flexibility, you'll be even better in dynamic flexibility. You can go above your static stretch max for a short time, with the help of your muscles. But if you increase that static stretch max, you'll do wonders with your dynamic flexibility.

[@Mayushica]

maybe your legs are 2 or 3 times longer than your torso!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Awesome. Use what you got!

[@AndoMierzwa]

One definitely helps the other!

[@eman3208]

Thanks Ando...

[@AndoMierzwa]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@dantepela1428]

This sounds so fucking simple but I feel like I've just became enlightened. Namaste Mr Sensei

[@AndoMierzwa]

Namaste! 🙏🏻

[@zrexx9428]

"I don't get it either, but it works, so give it a try!"

[@AndoMierzwa]

😄👍🏼

[@samsungmini8119]

Very nice video sir 👍👍

[@AndoMierzwa]

Very kind of you! Thanks!

[@fernandomendoza798]

good tips, thanks

[@AndoMierzwa]

You're very welcome, sir!

[@prahladputta]

thank you sensei

[@AndoMierzwa]

My pleasure, sir!

[@combat_sambo_crew]

Спасибо...ты молодец😎

[@hamedmohamed8594]

Thank you!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you for watching!

[@hamedmohamed8594]

@@AndoMierzwa have a nice day

[@TheMigueloangel]

Thank you.

[@AndoMierzwa]

My pleasure, sir!

[@yousefahmad538]

Does my whole workout consider as a good warmup?

[@AndoMierzwa]

I’d say so... if your workout involves moving! 😁

[@yousefahmad538]

@@AndoMierzwa oh no, I meant a jaw workout by eating burgers😂😂😂 Of course it does

[@AndoMierzwa]

@@yousefahmad538 HA! :D

[@michaelsedzikowski3669]

This term you were missing regarding PNF is Golgi Tendon Organ. The nerves which work as safety power cut to protect muscle and tendon from tearing apart. Funny enough- I have been learning about this just a few hours ago for my study. What are the odds? :D

[@AndoMierzwa]

Synchronicity! 😁 Thanks for the details.

[@aadesh8042]

thank you sir for this video

[@AndoMierzwa]

My pleasure! Thank you for watching, sir!

[@aadesh8042]

master i am a small 13 years kid so no need sir

[@AndoMierzwa]

We all deserve to be treated with respect!

[@karma4612]

i do Taekwondo

[@fakrul9992010]

Thank u so much

[@AndoMierzwa]

Very welcome!

[@johnelig7723]

question; i'm about 5" from doing full split, but i'm 46 and wondering if this will be safe for the hip joints? just trying to stay healthy as I get older. thanks again for your awesome videos!

[@AndoMierzwa]

I’m not a doctor, but maintaining your flexibility seems like a good idea. I think it’s impact that’s more damaging. Happy training!

[@blaslafferranderie5026]

Good video🔥

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you very much! 🙏🏻

[@aryamanbhardwaj7930]

i subscribed ur channel sir and sir keep it up u have 1 more supporter

[@AndoMierzwa]

That means a lot to me. Welcome!

[@mohammedshoeb4636]

sensei please make detailed sparring videos please

[@AndoMierzwa]

Sparring for tournaments or self-defense?

[@POTCRYMZARBED]

Great video, I'm gonna try this at home ! Could you do one about defense and stand up position pls ?

[@AndoMierzwa]

Have you seen this one? kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpibZJpreqZmi9U

[@POTCRYMZARBED]

Thank you I haven't seen this one ! Keep up with the great work !

[@AndoMierzwa]

My pleasure!

[@almonies]

Thanks

[@AndoMierzwa]

Welcome!

[@smaerDrM]

hey ando! i'm practicing with my own punching bag, and i have a swimming pool right behind my house : should i go there before punching or after my training? or should i alternate 1day punching/kicking/training and 1day swimming? thanks for all the great videos sensei, i love the way you explain it all! keep up the good work

[@AndoMierzwa]

It's all good! Do what your body tells you to do. But generally, I like to work my skills first and condition second... unless I can mix them both together.

[@smaerDrM]

Thank you sir! I'll listen to him, and to your advices! keep up the good work, your videos are really motivating and inspiring

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you very much! Happy training!

[@leopoldoastudillo7189]

3:04 "...make sense?, I don't get it either!..." LOL 😃😄😀

[@AndoMierzwa]

Gotta be honest! :D

[@leopoldoastudillo7189]

***** Your videos always cheer me up...You're the best! 👍

[@AndoMierzwa]

Your comments cheer me up, too! Thanks!

[@ZenDragonYoutubeChannel]

Good solid advice :)

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you, Sifu! :)

[@baghhazarika3530]

excellent

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you very much!

[@patricklenz4925]

I. Would like to. Ask you what. Style. Of. TKD. Did. You study. Thanks. Young. Man

[@AndoMierzwa]

ITF. Park Jong Soo lineage.

[@mikestube68]

Sensei Ando how many times per week would you recomend doing the PMF stretching routine?

[@AndoMierzwa]

As long as you don't feel sore, I would say you can do a little every day. Just make sure you're giving your muscles time to heal when you go overboard!

[@nesking3115]

Awesome

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you very much!

[@ARJ.Productions]

Hey Ando, I can stretch at a certain point of time and later it does'nt work out, could you help me in this please?

[@AndoMierzwa]

Consistency is the key. That’s all the help I can offer!

[@livtarifa7287]

Hello ando!thanks a lot for your advice!althoug i'm doing stretching exercices since a long time i'm not as flexible as i should be. Now i feel that after only 2 days of your pnf stretching i'm already more flexible!👍is it possible to make a tutorial with all the pnf stretching exercices you do for higher kicks?thank you!!!🤩

[@AndoMierzwa]

Wow! Glad you got results so quickly! I would just apply it to every move you do. 👍🏼

[@serpico096]

Sensei, ¿Should I do this every day? By the way, that´s a great method you have there. Thanks, Sensei Ando¡

[@AndoMierzwa]

I might do different stretches on different days. If you're sore, I would let it heal before stressing it again.

[@dior096]

very very cool

[@AndoMierzwa]

Glad you liked it!

[@bangchittybang]

i did it i works

[@AndoMierzwa]

Awesome!

[@selflessly101]

Guys awsome.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you kindly, Skye!

[@garycollins865]

Hi Ando. I re-engaged in TKD in May of this year, two weeks before my 56th birthday- it's been 15 years since the last attempt. Your vids are informative as well as inspiring. My instructors have mentioned PNF several times and it does work. Although I have limitations by virtue of the biological clock ticking down, I nevertheless have goals set recently initiated a 28 day flex challenge to increase my hip flexors, hamstrings, etc... to elevate my kicks. Thanks for the vids. What do you suggest for leg strengthening exercises for explosiveness?

[@AndoMierzwa]

Very cool, Gary! Love your 28 day flex challenge. I might extend it to 6 months, though... these things take time! :) For explosiveness? Hard to beat plyometrics. Weights just don't do it for me. Happy training, sir!

[@garycollins865]

Thank you for the reply Sensei. Okay, I have more learning to do (plyometrics) as I think you're spot on about weight training. Copy on the extending the flex challenge to six months- makes sense, Sensei. But I feel great and can't wait to see what '18 brings me.

[@karabiber5016]

Hey sensei i have an important question for you. In a day i do 200•3 push ups 100•3 calf and training a lot with thera bands also i do your kicking stretching and punching exercises throughout the day. My coach doesnt let me work with weights because i m still growing up. Does these exercises are enough for me?

[@AndoMierzwa]

Wow! That's a full routine you've got there. Why calves and not squats? Anyway, we're all different, but as long as you're not in pain and giving yourself time to recover, you should be okay. I might mix up your routine with a few different exercises, though. Work your whole body!

[@karabiber5016]

Thank you for your comment, i will go to athletism on the next summer