Kick Flexibility Tracker
Assess your kick height for each leg, track progress over time, and get stretch recommendations to reach higher kicks.
Overall Flexibility Level
Knee Height
Next target: Waist Height
Recommended Stretches for Waist Height
Standing side splits progression - 60s
Pigeon pose - 45s each side
Butterfly stretch - 60s
Standing hamstring kicks - 15 each leg
Target Kick Heights by Sport
Muay Thai
Body and head kicks essential
Taekwondo
Head kicks score highest
Karate
Jodan kicks required for competition
Kickboxing
Mid-high kicks most effective
MMA
Leg and body kicks primary tools
Capoeira
High spinning kicks are core
Improving Kick Height for Martial Arts
Kick height is limited by hip flexor flexibility, hamstring length, and hip joint mobility. Most martial artists can reach head-height kicks with consistent stretching over 3-6 months. Daily dynamic stretching before training and static stretching after training is the fastest path. Focus on the weaker leg to prevent imbalances that can lead to injury. PNF stretching (contract-relax) is particularly effective for improving kick height quickly. Track your progress regularly to stay motivated and adjust your routine.
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