Duke Roufus Striking Formula 3.0:
Essential Kick & Return Drills-Episode 2
Greetings from Roufusport MMA HQ in Milwaukee, WI USA!
In the first half of today’s new DRSU episode, “Essential Kick & Return Drills-Episode 2,” Roufusport Striking Coach Rob Waldoch delves into the art of shin-checking mid-level kicks, emphasizing its importance in reducing reliance on arm blocks. While arm blocks can be effective, experienced strikers will exploit them, using powerful strikes to overwhelm your defense. Shin-checking surprises your opponent, shifting the impact to their leg and forcing them to reconsider the risk of repeating that attack. By integrating this technique, you create opportunities for counter-combinations while maintaining a strong defensive foundation.
Coach Rob highlights that a well-timed shin check not only disrupts your opponent’s rhythm but also sends a clear message: their attacks come at a cost. The pain they experience deters further attempts and opens the door for swift counterstrikes. This strategy ensures your defense remains active and unpredictable, keeping you in control and your opponent on edge throughout the fight.
In the second half of our segment you see fellow Roufusport teammates training, including some of our team’s top names. Watch and learn as the team puts what they were just taught into practice over several rounds of spirited, controlled sparring.
We hope you enjoy this new segment “Duke Roufus Striking University 3.0: Essential Kick & Return Drills-Episode 2.” As Duke always says, make sure you’re “Having fun getting it done!”
Enjoy!
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