- Start in your kicking stance. You will use your rear leg in this kick.
- If you are in a right kicking stance, turn your body to the right until you are facing directly away from your target. During this movement, you should pivot on your left foot.
- Continue turning to the right and look over your right shoulder (look at your target - you need to see what you are hitting). Lift your right knee to your chest (think of kicking like a mule).
- Drive the heel of your foot straight back towards your opponent. Many kids have a hard time with this kick and do a mini-hook kick instead (as their leg turns with the body twist).
- After hitting your target, quickly resume kicking stance so you can prepare for your next kick.
- For more power, try stepping forward and then starting your back kick. You will gain more forward momentum.
- Try to use in combination with other kicks (i.e. roundhouse kick and then a back kick).
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