Cardio Kickboxing

Cardio kickboxing is a genre of kickboxing; that borrows some moves from the original Thai sport of kickboxing to help participants bust a sweat.

Cardio kickboxing has become a rage in gyms and fitness centers across America. A cardio kickboxing class takes place for an hour in the aerobics section of the gym. A cardio kickboxing teacher heads the class, which on an average consists of 15 to 25 students. With the whole class usually facing a mirror, the teacher heads the group with some specific punches and kicks. A cardio kickboxing routine is usually accompanied by a fast paced cardio kickboxing music. Teachers also include some quick minutes of jogging and skipping as a warm up exercise.

Cardio Kickboxing Routines

Cardio kickboxing is one of the best forms of cardiovascular exercises, but they are not suited for everybody. If you have a back problem or a medical injury, consult your doctor, before doing a cardio kickboxing workout. Cardio kickboxing moves always begin with a warm up. The warm up includes few stretching exercises or you could also include skipping or jogging. If you do the punches with the same exactness and power shown by the instructor, you'll strengthen your upper body and gradually gain more muscle definition. Let's have a look at some cardio kick boxing moves.
Hands

    * Jab is a straight punch from the front hand which is used to attack the head or the body.
    * Cross is a straight punch on the face of the target.
    * Hook is a rounded punch aimed at the head or the body.
    * Uppercut is a rising punch aimed directly at the chin
    * Backfist is a type of punch usually from the front hand, raising the arm and bending it at the elbow to quickly strike the head.

Legs

    * Front Kick is a kick where you strike the chest or face of the opponent with the heel of the foot.
    * Side Kick is delivered from the front leg using the heel of the foot to attack the head or chest of an opponent.
    * Back Kick is delivered with the base of the heel of the foot.

Benefits of Cardio Kickboxing

    * The above mentioned cardio kickboxing moves are great way to relieve boredom and stress.
    * Religious practice of kicks and punches will help you gain the perfect body you desire.
    * With regularly attending cardio kickboxing classes, your entire cardiovascular system will benefit.
    * Some cardio kickboxing classes also teach an aerobic form of kickboxing, which is also beneficial to your body. Aerobic kickboxing mainly includes jumping punches and kicks, so that you get a total body workout.
    * Whichever way you follow, I guarantee you will leave the class sweaty and energized.
    * With cardio kickboxing, you can burn around 450 cal.
    * Gym exercises have to be done regularly if you want to improve the shape of your body. Cardio kickboxing requires only 3 sessions a week.
    * You also get the time to increase the flexibility of the body by going for swimming and yoga classes, rest of the days.

Regarding the outfit for cardio kickboxing, always wear an outfit that keeps you comfortable and cool. Sweats, shorts and a T-Shirt or an aerobic dance outfit are ideal to wear for class. Select shoes that aren't too warm for your feet.Trust me, join cardio kickboxing and you will thoroughly enjoy punching the specter of your evil fourth grade teacher or that bully in your school who used to eat up your lunch box. I hope this article on cardio kickboxing proves useful to you.