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Jump height training

In TKD we tend to test students at the higher grades doing jumping and flying destruction techniques.  To do these well you need to train specifically for it.  As well as a good base fitness level and muscular conditioning, particularly lower body, the method of doing this is through plyometric training incorporating short stretch shortening cycles.

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Power training for Taekwon Do

Continuing on the theme of power training, essential for Taekwon do jumping and flying kicks but also generally for kicking and explosive hand attacks when sparring.  Here's a video to give you some training ideas to improve this part of your armoury:

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