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Push Kick (Mireo Chagi)

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Video: How to do a Pushing Kick (Miro Chagi) by Dojang Nim Academy. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.

Technique recap

Mireo chagi pushes the opponent away with the sole of the foot to stop advances and make space.

3 key details

  • Lift the knee high.
  • Push through with the whole sole.
  • Lean slightly back for balance.

Your 10-minute home drill

  1. 2:00Knee lifts
  2. 3:00Push kicks each side
  3. 3:00Push kick timing on rhythm
  4. 2:00Stretch
Safety

Push, don't stomp, on partners.

Instructor disclaimer

Follow your instructor's version. Schools and styles teach this technique differently. This page is general education, not a substitute for qualified instruction.

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