Why Your Head Level Round Kicks Might Not Be Awesome...Yet

Today I share common errors that are made when executing a head level roundhouse kick. If you can critique your own kick and analyze/correct everything I cover in this video you should be able to improve your high kicks.
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[@seansnipes8334]

I was taught to shoot your arm towered their face while throwing the high kick. Possibly distracting them from the kick so they won't see it coming and protect your chin at the same time. I think it's a much better technique than swinging your arm down and leaving your face open.

[@alirende9908]

damn nice one man thanks

[@nicksalvatore5717]

You can also use it to frame or use it as a long guard. Sometimes I’ll throw a cross and it literally flows into a high kick. You still “swing” but your arm is higher. It may have less power, but it feels much better in sparring especially since I’m a shorter guy so my kicking range may be almost someone’s punching range.

[@sumitd500]

Duh, you can't do both together...

[@MISTERPERFECT3806]

I was shown that variation in class last week. I like it. I just have to break the old habit of swinging the arm back now.

[@kristianjensen5877]

Whether we post with the arm or swing depends a bit on whether we go for more safety or more power. Swinging down and opposite with the arm "thai style" instead of posting can add more torque when turning the hip (because we force the back shoulder into the kick with the swing motion), adding to the acceleration of the movement Both styles are valid for throwing any type of round kick, it really depends on what we're trying to achieve (and what our opponent's options for countering in the situation are).

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

What other techniques are you struggling with and would love a quick breakdown of ways to sharpen up? I'm listening and ready to film for you

[@kungfujoe2136]

if you are a littel lower and hit the neck throat that's not that bad soft target and very effective

[@lucasmacedo7145]

double jab or shovel hook might be too specific but id like one on either

[@muhammadayyan2678]

After how many months of training I start Sparring ? Please make a vedio on how to do pivot 180°&360° And also your training routine Love from 🇵🇰

[@THE_ODOUR7]

HOOK KICKS PLEASE!! Or spinning back kick/fist :)

[@AK-lj5fw]

higher jump/flying knee plzzz

[@personalityyt2622]

You remind me so much of myself. We have the same fighting style, we’re both tall and lanky, your view on food is the same as mine, same hairstyle 😂 and I’m gonna be a world champion in kickboxing! You inspire me fr… it may not seem like it but you have a huge impact on people’s lives. Keep doing what you’re doing Varga !!

[@delpawlivsky3035]

At 1:30 one can see why Gabriel Varga is a true technician, martial artist and role model. To find a coach or mentor of this caliber (outstanding character, vast knowledge and skills) with an incredible ability to break down technique and teach is absolutely amazing. What a legend. Thanks again for yet another great video.

[@curtisleong6260]

Coach Varga, you are amazing and invaluable by posting all your knowledge to youtube so often. I want to thank you for your contributions to all of us! I noticed you post very often; I don't want you to go on a sprint and run out of ideas for the future. I recommend youtube shorts or summary videos; in this way you satisfy your need to post but also can re-iterate your longer, older videos.

[@bikersoncall]

I can't stand youtube 'shorts', avoid them like the plague, 1 or 2 min videos are fine, but not in the 'shorts' style. shrugs...

[@Gyrodyssey]

Hey Gabriel Varga, what's your thoughts on converted Southpaw/Orthodox Fighters or people/fighters who lead with their dominant side?

[@brandonippon]

Great question, really interested in this as well!

[@faded039]

apparently according to martial mind, it's not a good idea to do that since your dominant hand/side should be where your power comes from, and if it is used as your lead hand/side, all that power won't be utilized.

[@smackdoe3626]

Dustin poirier tony ferguson Michael bisping canelo and tyson all lead or did when they fought, with their more dominant side.

[@smackdoe3626]

Not to mention both of the diaz bros...

[@smackdoe3626]

@J M you obviously don't watch mma like that, nor do you train spar etc. Every person I named i seen them in interviews talking about it, besides the diaz bros. Its just obvious. They are obviously right handed.

[@antoniolazzaro9357]

Man I discovered your channel at the beginning of June, been watching videos all summer. Next week I'm gonna restart trainings in my gym, and you've really given me lot of motivation and suggestions to correct and improve my techniques! Cheers from Italy 🇮🇹

[@uncannythings4304]

Wow thanks, I was really hoping you'd post this 🤤

[@stahinjakrackovic2087]

love u man,i learned so much from you! thanks

[@thehighcommunity247]

Thanks Man!! I'm just getting used to turning out on the ball of my foot properly. I split the bottom of my big toe from twisting on the mats over and over. I'm sure that most people go through the same shit in the beginning.

[@am7442]

Thanks gabe!

[@paragon1782]

Love head kicks. Want to get good at them. Thanks

[@randymuaythai492]

halo coach. in taekwondo we do that pivot even for body round house kick. maybe the difference is that part of our feet to the head is the instep n we snap that kick. just like bwakaw switch kick. he is pivoting almost 90 degree

[@arisnomidisbrazas326]

I really struggled with the foot part of this kick when I was learning it. I couldn't coordinate the lift -> twist -> land -> return with my foot, it seemed too complicated. So what I did was to simply stay on the ball of my foot for the entirety of the motion, so that way I never forget to turn and the twist naturally adjusts based on the amount of power I want to use.

[@nicksalvatore5717]

Keep the weight on the ball of the foot, so even if your foot is flat on the floor you’re still kinda on the ball of your foot.

[@bikersoncall]

I think starting out with lower kicks, even thigh kicks for a few days/wks, in slow mo if needed, making sure the steps Gabriel is pointing out are done to a T. Slow and deliberate repetition is so good on so many levels, for many moves, gradually building up the speed. Thats not to say for a super new guy, that he shouldn't try to impress himself from time to time, with some speed, just that he should make sure the drill is focused on getting the moves and sequences down perfectly.

[@BearTechNation]

Thanks for such a very informative tutorial.

[@andrewwoods564]

This is perfect. I'm a 100kg and tall dude and throwing head kicks against someone a little shorter than me is easy but sometimes when I sparr people who are taller than me or just as tall I can't control head kicks that well.

[@brianp942]

I just watched your Glory 17 fight against Shane. Omg that fight was awesome. You both did a hell of a job and left it all on the table. That front kick to the face, I had to rewind it a few times and watch that. I woulda been asleep lol. That was one of the best and most active fights Ive even seen!

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Yes. Shane was a battle. I didn't like fighting twice in 1 night. But at least we both fought the full 3 rounds before facing each other.

[@brianp942]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial yeah you both looked gassed in the last 45 seconds or so. Your training videos won you a new fan. Now I gotta go watch all your fights. Ill never be a pro, Im 42 but I love learning new things and challenging myself. Ty for your videos, they truly help and you are a class act as a person.

[@oversipelio983]

Great!

[@TheRandomizedHuman]

Amazing lesson !

[@maxmustermann2908]

Thanks for your videos Gabriel!

[@scottloughton5107]

Nice one Gabriel! Thanks!

[@francescom9482]

i’m a long time fan of yours.. i really liked the 10 rounds heavybag follow along video and i would also really like a new one, even harder than last time!🔥 wish u the best champ.

[@avinjenix8103]

Lovely

[@roboutico]

Very helpful, ty! 💪🏻

[@kingofgufi]

Ty very much this is an amazing help :)

[@manuelblunda4053]

Great as always

[@ordinarypablo]

Great

[@poseywosey4515]

Is it just me, or does his black hoodie make it look like his head and arms are floating?

[@johnnyrocketfingers3]

Can’t get hit with a body shot if you have no body

[@sumitd500]

Ya i also found that weird...black outfit in a black doorway!

[@clenjones5748]

This channel is so based

[@swampgoat6343]

Im having to train out the impulse to go fully up on my toes as I chamber, which causes me to lose power and range of motion. This should help me self correct with proper technique

[@jibur4]

Very helpful.

[@MrCharlietoma]

Can you do a video on how to make the perfect roundhouse to the body?

[@Kishimyu]

Hey Gabe I know you're a kickboxer but I'm sure you've dabbled into Muay Thai. Can you give tips on elbows and backhand techniques?

[@XGracelessTarnishedX]

I'm a little confused. I didn't know that there was a bent knee/chambering or snapping at the knee with a Muay Thai style kick at all. I can see that you show it in a less drastic manner than a full bent/Karate style kick. But I was under the impression that Thai boxers leave the leg limp and whip it up there with their hips. Or I've seen some of them leave a slight bend at the knee all the way through, even on impact. Could leaving out this snap be a reason that people have so much trouble getting it up there? I've seen a lot of guys teach no chambering in thai kicks, so I'm just a bit confused on if there's a particular reason for the slight bending/snapping, and why you prefer this. Thanks for another great video! I OBSESS over the details in the mechanics of techniques, and have learned a lot from your content!

[@zickzack987]

Highkick always with bending, also in Muay Thai. Otherwise too slow.

[@sumitd500]

@@zickzack987 Correct

[@FluksWorkouts]

Lets go Nice kicks!

[@MrCharlietoma]

Can you make a video on when and where to throw the 1-2?

[@samsam-nh9xi]

Coz shape of my hip joint i lay down to throw high kick....is there solution forr that or let go high kick and ficus on low kicks and punches?

[@gaatzeuitzendevries3220]

I really like your video’s. They are really helpfull. But could you please put on some light colour shorts and shirt. You’re kinda disapearing against that dark background. Cheers!

[@SM57]

Great💪🙏

[@thejinowat3533]

Can you do mma glove defense?????

[@scottmcinerney9817]

I'm not flexible enough for that head above my foot shit. I'm slowly working on it though.

[@exen3980]

Im trying to even both of my legs, my left leg is not that flexible like my right

[@lobangelesclippers]

I can't even get my leg that high, it doesn't even seem possible

[@kevinburkett9018]

Hi Gabriel, I’ve heard that high kicks, particularly roundhouse kicks can be damaging to the hips and possibly lead to needing a hip replacement. Is there any truth to this and can anything be done to protect the hips? Thanks!

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Good question. I think it’s the karate style high kicks that lead to that. I know 3 people who had the surgery and all where karate practitioners. I also think running takes its toll on the hips. High kicks and thousands of km running don’t seem to mix. I’ll try making an episode on the topic.

[@kevinburkett9018]

@@GabrielVargaOfficialThanks for the reply! I’m a karate practitioner who’s not flexible and not a very good kicker. I’d like to be able to do high kicks, but maybe it’s not worth all the effort if it would lead to long term joint damage.

[@beelzebootthecanadiandevil9600]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial Running and hip flexibility definitely don't seem to mix.

[@kamamgena799]

Download videos please

[@raviprabhakar2774]

Pls make a video over shadow boxing for cardio...

[@renopereira1434]

👊🏼😎👊🏼🥋

[@berlinff8459]

Please How to be undefeated

[@Prymary2]

If you never fight, you can never be defeated 🤯

[@berlinff8459]

@Undead President but what about khabib with 29_0 and Giorgio petrosyan

[@andreapedini2613]

Gabe am I wrong or your channel exploded of subs ahah?

[@tamerlansabui0]

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