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Physical And Mental Health Benefits Of Kickboxing

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Physical And Mental Health Benefits Of Kickboxing

Nereah Obimbo by Nereah Obimbo
11 January 2023
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Kickboxing is a high-intensity cardio workout focused on punching and kicking with links to martial arts. It has a number of benefits for both the body and the mind. If you are considering adding kickboxing to your fitness routine, here are some of the benefits you can expect to experience.

Physical benefits of kickboxing

Improved cardiovascular health: Kickboxing is can help to improve your heart health by increasing your heart rate and strengthening your heart muscles. As you kick and punch your way through a kickboxing workout, your heart will work harder to pump oxygenated blood to your muscles. This increased demand on your heart can help to improve its overall function, reducing your risk of heart disease and other cardiovascular problems.

Increased strength and endurance: Kickboxing involves a lot of kicking and punching, which can help to increase your upper and lower body strength. The combination of punches and kicks can help to strengthen your arms, legs, and core muscles, improving your overall muscle tone and strength. Additionally, the high-intensity intervals of kickboxing can help to improve your endurance and stamina. As you switch between periods of intense activity and brief periods of rest, your body will become more efficient at using oxygen, allowing you to exercise for longer periods of time without feeling fatigued.

Improved coordination and balance: Kickboxing involves a lot of movement and coordination, which can help to improve your balance and coordination skills. As you move around the kickboxing bag or sparring partner, you will need to coordinate your movements and balance your body in order to deliver effective punches and kicks. This increased coordination and balance can translate to other areas of your life, such as sports and everyday activities.

Increased flexibility: The stretching and kicking involved in kickboxing can help to increase your flexibility and range of motion. As you stretch your muscles before and after your workout, you will be able to increase your range of motion and improve your overall flexibility. This increased flexibility can help to reduce your risk of injury and improve your performance in other activities.

Improved self-defence skills: While kickboxing is primarily a workout, it can also help to improve your self-defence skills. The techniques you learn in kickboxing, such as proper punching and kicking form, can be useful in a self-defence situation. While kickboxing is not a replacement for traditional self-defence training, it can be a good supplement to your self-defence knowledge and skills.

Mental health benefits

Mood regulation and stress relief: The physical nature of kickboxing can be a great way to release pent-up stress and tension. The combination of physical exercise and the release of endorphins can help to improve your mood and reduce stress. Exercise has been shown to be an effective way to reduce anxiety and depression, and kickboxing is no exception. Intense physical activity can help to clear your mind and improve your overall sense of well-being.

Confidence boost: Kickboxing is a rewarding and demanding journey. Persevering through it helps improve self-esteem and self-confidence and also boosts motivation, mental toughness and resilience. The new self-defence skills gained are also likely to make you feel more at ease in public spaces now that you know you can take care of yourself.

Improves memory, focus and sharpness: Kickboxing requires you to memorize moves and maintain sharp focus, eliminating your surroundings. The technique also requires balance and coordination, which are movements that improve brain and cognitive function.

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