Post #1: How to Practice Balance at Home

It is good practice to work on your balance daily so that your kicks are powerful and your legs are strong. Here is a list of a few ways you can fit in a couple of minutes of balance practice.

1. When watching television, stand on one leg. See how long you can hold it.

2. If you have a someone who is free to practice with you, challenge each other to see who can stand on one leg the longest.

3. Try practicing in front of a mirror to see if you are keeping your shields up, elbows are down, knee is up high and in front of body. Can you stand there longer than your reflection?

4. Try kicking but in slow motion, counting through each step of the kick (eg: 4 count front kick, 20 count front kick, 6 count side kick, 30 count side kick). Do both legs at least twice for each kick, changing stances to work both sides.