Pinball Paddles (Patreon)

• LMA Curriculum

Sit slightly into a squat, lift your heels slightly off the ground. Pretend your feet are pinball paddles and move them back and forth. This is to develop the pivot and torque needed for kicks and punches.

Notice how I'm slightly bouncing? This is to reduce the friction in the pivot. You'll notice good kickers slightly hopping in place as they kick. This is subtle but something you'll want to develop for quicker and more powerful kicks.

If you're having trouble balancing, you can lean against a wall or a partner.

This little drill will pay huge dividends for later techniques.

– Sam