thedevilpup
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I have trained in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu off and on for a couple of years. My greatest interest, however, lies in Muay Thai and other stand-up arts. I am not yet experienced in Muay Thai (I begin classes soon), so please forgive me if my question appears ignorant.
How devastating are leg kicks to the lower extremities? I've read various opinions on whether or not leg kicks in street fights are beneficial or safely applicable, but my question really lies in this: if you can deliver a sufficient amount of power via a leg kick to the thigh or side of your opponent (an opponent who 1) is not trained in stand-up and 2) who has never taken a leg kick before), how much damage can be done?
For example: I had a friend who trains Muay Thai kick me at "half power" because I wanted to feel a Thai kick first-hand. It was the first time I had ever been kicked by someone who knew what they were doing and I felt like my thigh was shattered and could barely walk afterwards.
Can a powerful leg kick in a real situation cripple an untrained opponent? What are your thoughts?
How devastating are leg kicks to the lower extremities? I've read various opinions on whether or not leg kicks in street fights are beneficial or safely applicable, but my question really lies in this: if you can deliver a sufficient amount of power via a leg kick to the thigh or side of your opponent (an opponent who 1) is not trained in stand-up and 2) who has never taken a leg kick before), how much damage can be done?
For example: I had a friend who trains Muay Thai kick me at "half power" because I wanted to feel a Thai kick first-hand. It was the first time I had ever been kicked by someone who knew what they were doing and I felt like my thigh was shattered and could barely walk afterwards.
Can a powerful leg kick in a real situation cripple an untrained opponent? What are your thoughts?