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Originally Posted by thewhip
I understand that JKD (or the Jun Fan KF side of it) emphasises a quicker and a more efficient route to the target. Why does the emphsis on a strong side lead and no high kicks? If you watch someone like Mirko KroKop in Pride high kicks can be very effective.
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In my experience (very limited by the way) high kicks are very effective...when they land. If they don't then you find yourself on one leg, and off balance (how bad depends on your kicking ability) while your opponent just stands there either looking impressed or looking at you like you're an idiot while he rushes you. Added to that, they are a fairly low percentage move compared to punches, knees, and low kicks.
I'm not saying don't do them, hell I love them, but follow the 80/20 rule when it comes to training them unless you are prepared to do a lot of work in regards to timeing them right.
Oh, and a lot of work defending a takedown after a missed or caught kick.
