AboutNathan J. Nowak Expertise We can answer any questions pertaining to Olympic Tae Kwon Do sparring. Questions about fitness and nutrition as relating to TKD training and preparation for tournaments and competition. Specific techniques and tactics while training, weight training and agility, mental toughness and visualization exercises and "day of" preparation.
Experience I have been in martial arts for over 23 years. I'm a master instructor (4th Dan) in TKD. I also have a black belt in karate. I've competed in Olympic TKD since '91.
As and athlete:(highlights) Winning a silver medal at Jr. Olympic nationals ('92), AATU National champion ('94), over 10 GA State Championship and GA Games medals. Won a bronze medal at the U.S. Open (2000). With drew from the Olympic Qualifier in 2004 from a torn ACL.
As a coach: (highlights) I've coached a women's TKD team since '99. With over 30 members spanning the eight year history of the team, we have 7 National Championship Gold medals, 2 Silver and 1 Bronze. The team medals at every state and regional tournament they attend. Several members have been undefeated for several years. Our training covers strength and endurance workouts, tactics and strategy, nutrition and supplementation, mental toughness and visualization, and maintaining weight while leading up to competition.
I've been a certified personal trainer since "98 and have worked in the fitness and nutrition arena since '94. The team has their own training center that they share with the gym that I own. Trinity Fitness in Atlanta, GA
Organizations USAT
AAU
USSSA
NSCA
Publications Atlanta Sports and Fitness Magazine, CBS46 News Atlanta, FOX's Good Day Atlanta, Atlanta Journal and Constitution and in newspapers across the United States.
Education/Credentials Personal Training Certificate (School of Fitness and Nutrition)
4th Dan Black Belt (Kukkiwon)
USAT Certified Level 2 Coach
AAU Certified Coach
Former USSSA Certified Coach
Member of NSCA
Awards and Honors Coach of 2001 AS&FM Athlete's of the Year "P.T.S. TKD Team"
First runner up 2001 AS&FM Fittest Male of the Year
Expert: Nathan J. Nowak Date: 9/29/2007 Subject: series of roundhouse kicks
Question Hi,
whenever i watch a wtf tkd match online, i observed that most of the fighters ( i dont know what you really call them) would do these series of roundhouse kicks really fast and sometimes would charge towards their opponents using this technique. so my questions are what do you call this technique? and how do you train to do this technique? thank you very much for your time reading this.
Answer Justine,
The round kick combination you are referring to is called a double kick or double round kick. If there are three or four round kicks in a row then they are referred to as triples or quads. The kick can start with the front or rear leg.
To execute this combination the first kick is usually thrown slightly lower than the second or third kick in the sequence. Also, remember that the first kick is considered the setup kick. It should be thrown with less force than the second kick, which is the scoring kick.
As you throw the first kick and hit the target, push off the leg that's on the ground, turn your hip over into the target and connect with the target. At the same time, land the initial leg underneath you.
I recommend having a strong base conditioning and proper round kick form. Also, make sure you have the muscular strength involved to execute the techniques properly without injuring yourself.
If you have any other questions please feel free to let us know.
