Seven BODYCOMBAT Moves to Know Before Your First Class

Get comfortable with your kicks and punches before you try out your first Les Mills BODYCOMBAT class.

You’ve danced and pumped and grooved—but what about fighting your way to fitness? (Don’t worry, we’re not talking anything violent.)

Les Mills BODYCOMBAT is a high-energy martial-arts inspired workout class that allows you to kick and punch your way to a healthier, sleeker you (no punching bag necessary). In fact, the core training in a BODYCOMBAT class is equivalent to doing 1700 crunches—only a whole lot more fun.

Never taken a boxing, kickboxing or martial arts class before? Not sure if BODYCOMBAT is for you? No sweat. Here are seven basic moves to familiarize yourself with before you step foot in a classroom so you’re comfortable and ready to go. Get ready to release your stress and feel more confident in yourself with BODYCOMBAT!

UPPER BODY

Uppercut

Jab-cross

Hook

LOWER BODY

Knee-strike

Front kick

Side kick

Back kick

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