How to Side Kick: Tips for Sparring and Fighting - Part 2
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- Inn Part 1, we broke down how to throw a side kick. Now, here are two strategy tips to help you land the side kick! :)
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Here are two rules that helped me learn how to side kick in sparring and fighting.
Rule 1: Defensively, don't use the side kick as a wall. Instead of trying to stop the train, derail it. That means you must step off the tracks. You can step out with the front foot or back foot.
Stepping out will not only stop you from getting run, you'll also be able to pivot more easily because your foot is already turned out.
Another advantage is that you'll be placing yourself at a superior angle after the kick, ready for follow ups. The last advantage is that against a grappler, you'll be forcing him to shift his weight and change directions, which will give you a chance to defend the shot.
Rule 2: Move him back, then attack. If you want to land a kick, set it up with your hands first. Otherwise, it's easy for him to catch your foot or counter.
In addition, when you get your opponent moving backwards, YOU won't get knocked backwards.
Don't forget to step out and attack on an angle just like you should when you're under attack. Take a superior angle whenever you can!
One last thought for you to consider... instead of thinking of a side kick as you turning to your side to throw a kick, think of a side kick as moving to the bad guy's side to throw a kick. Keep that in mind and you'll be landing more side kicks than ever.
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I’m seeing this video very late, but very amazing side kick tips, I will start drilling these into my practice, thank you sir 🙏🏽🥋
Awesome! Happy training!
"Choo choo, moo moo, boo hoo." - Ando Mierzwa 2019
I’d like that on my tombstone. 😄
I thought it was the Trivago guy.
+Husky Fan in Mass Ha! I get that sometimes.
CHOO CHOO MOO MOO BOO WHO 5:14
When I competed as a kick boxer, I found two uses for the side kick. First, off the tracks _but timed to my opponents attack_. This is done in the heat of battle so you have to be practiced and comfortable throwing a side kick while moving/fighting. First, is when your opponent is coming at you throwing punches. Both you and he are fighting orthodox, i.e., left foot forward. He throws a 1-2, jab cross. Evade the jab by fading back while staying in striking distance. When your opponent follows through with his cross, step off to your left kicking into the open space created by his outreached arm. It's an open hit and shocking as shit. Second, again with you and your opponent in an orthodox position, use the side kick against your opponent's slow or telegraphed right, back leg roundhouse. As the opponents back leg is coming around, front leg side kick him. Lean back and down to create space for the kick to happen and to act as defense. This is especially effective against kickers who don't fully pivot around for their back leg kick. They end up squaring off, presenting a perfect full-body target. Practice both slowly with a partner and I think you'll see what I mean.
Really appreciate the tips! Thanks!
Thank you sir
Thank you for watching!
"Choo choo, moo moo, boo hoo" that's gotta be my favorite quote
I guess im randomly asking but does someone know a way to log back into an Instagram account??
I somehow lost the password. I would love any tricks you can offer me!
@Israel Mohammad Instablaster :)
I like your third idea as it is possible to catch him in his lower back!
Right!
Excellent tips Sensei Ando. Logical, practical, and effective. I'm definitely taking your advice.
Thank you, Joshua! 🙏🏻
1. Don't try to stop the train, derail the train.
2. Move him back then attack.
You got it! 👍🏼
"It worked great as long as I was sparring kids"
LOL
Truth! 😄
You mean when you where a kid yourself right ? or in a class? Cause I am not a big fan of child abuse.
@@AfroV SOII BOIIII
I just wanted to add it is possible to "stop the train dead in its tracks " while being smaller and the charging opponent bigger. BUT and I really emphasize BUT, your side kick has to be solid like a spear. Timing and target has to be perfect and you have to stand your ground and seriously COMMIT to your technique. When I was 16 5' 5" and 110lbs soaking wet. I ended up doing very light sparring with a new student who was around 6'1 and maybe 170-180lbs. Since I was smaller, he thought he could bully me around with his weight and size. He wasn't pulling his punches and i really got knocked around just blocking those techniques. Since he wouldn't take it easy after asking him a few times, I finally didn't have much choice and had to protect myself. He charged at me with something like a superman punch (jump flying reverse punch) I was in his tracks but i leaned back to dodge the punch and the threw that side kick which caught his ribs. It was like a cavalry charge stopped by a solid immovable spear. I wasn't knocked back because I had correct form and newton's law took care of the rest. It was like he hit a brick wall and his body folded slightly into my side kick. I found out later he fractured his ribs. I felt bad and apologized but hey he was beating me around like a rag doll. Although its possible to face the train you really need to have solid side kick, timing, and perfect target. But again its its probably more sensible like Sensei Ando says and side step the train then throw your sidekick. But I just wanted to point out that option is there if you find yourself with limited options.
Thanks for sharing that experience! Yes, with the right timing position, you can move 1000 pounds with 1 ounce. But playing the odds, I get out of the way! 😁👍🏼
This side kick tutorial is accurate and perfect
Thank you very much, Frances! 🙏🏻
The sidekick also leaves you open to the round house kick
Pros and cons to everything!
Ando Mierzwa how can i make the side kick faster??
How?
@@toomuch9762 Because you were standing as “half a man” towards your opponent
@@nylezfuller4746 i dont know about that. You’re not that close. Ive never seen anyone get hit with a roundhouse after throwing a sidekick
When I was learning karate, I hit my sensei , through kick extreme and I was pain ,my shinbeth was awfully too mess...I like karate ,even I'm not getting good probably....
Just keep training, Evelyn!
Really appreciate these side kick videos. Thank you 🙏
You’re very welcome!
I'm a girl 1m60-55kg. I can use side kick against every opponent without being pushed back. If you are pushed back, that's because your side kick is wrong. And you kick in the wrong target...
Awesome. Keep kicking!
Damn TKD , I still have trouble dealing with the aggressive sidekick.
It’s definitely a challenge.👍🏼
Even after your "How to Side Kick" video, I still can't find a superhero willing to mentor me! What gives?
I'll make some calls. Green Lantern should be available.
I love taekwondo. .. but my family didn't approve of it... Here in India. . plp didn't understand the importance of self defense for girls. .. you are my inspiration now. .. wanna be badass. .. .I wanna break stereotype mindset. .. teach us more kicks. ... .. Thank you. . god bless you. ..
Awesome. The fact that you think for yourself and won't give up makes you a bad ass already! Bless you, too! Keep kicking! :)
Ando Mierzwa .. Thanks. .. I am amezed that you actually took time to reply me! honestly this is the best thing happened to me in this New year year. .. and
.. Happy new year Sir. .... You are very handsome. .. ... ..
Ha! Thanks for the kind words. Happy new year to you, too! :)
I hope you listen to your heart and not your families ignorance.
Trisha Tiya you cn join itf taekwondo federation of india it is well formed has teams from different states and also classes r reasonably priced . i too play the sport....
Hey Sensei (checked your website).
Nice video again, I'm catching up with all your others hehe.
Dunno if it's the right place to ask :
Is it possible to have a video made about the difference between fighting/sparring and street self defense (more like self protection, as we do have to attack not only defend)?
For me, I've always said that fighting/sparring engages a lot of techniques and tactics (either you know your opponent, and you act accordingly, or you just know his style, for example a TKD fighter, I'd bombard him with low kicks to disable his legs etc...) whereas in self protection, it's more about mind set/intention (I see someone aggressive, I raise my hands, if he attacks I turn into "Him, Down, Now" mode and after blocking, dodging his first attack I overwhelm him with attacks then locks.
I'd like your input on that.
Also how to make the connection between what you learn in sparring, and what you can use in street self protection.
Thank you and keep up the good work!
+Daniel Habibian "Him Down Now!" That is my new war cry! :)
That's a huge question and deserves more than one video... that may be a full course! For now, let me say that I try not to separate sparring and self-defense. When I spar, my mindset is to control you and never give you a chance to hit me. Sure, I practice starting from bad positions or run experiments where I get hit, but my goal is always self-defense. Thanks for this question, Daniel! It's a good one! :)
+Ando Mierzwa I see, because there are a lot of little things I say to my students, that are only for sparring. For example : When they train let's say the roundhouse kick, some tend to telegraph it a bit (as in get their knee up but already slightly on the side). I tell them in the street it's fine, as most people aggressing you aren't martial artists and wouldn't know what's coming.Whereas in sparring, I'll emphasize the fact that they have to start it as they would for a front kick, knee up straight ahead, then they can go for a roundhouse, front, or side kick.
Just an example of the huge difference that I come across between sparring and self defense
+Daniel Habibian I see. Well, I wouldn't underestimate anyone on the street or on the mats. If anyone can see my kick coming, then it's a lousy kick. That's why for me, I coach sparring the same as self-defense.
I understand. Thanks for the input
+Daniel Habibian Of course! Thanks for the discussion!
Thank you sensei. you're very good teacher!
Thank you very much!
You explain stuff so well
I appreciate that. Thank you! 🙏🏻
Choo, Choo, Moo, Moo, Boo-Hoo...Physics is Very Helpful!!! 😂😇
HA! That's as scientific as I get. :)
Ando Mierzwa, no, no, Cow vs Train is one of my favorite Quantum Probability Thought Experiments; supposedly, ONCE out of an Infinite Number of Cow vs Trains Scenarios, the Cow either De-Rails the Train OR the Train Passes right through the Cow like it's a Ghost Cow!!!...😮 I LOVE BEING A SCIENTIST!!! 😇
I'm learning a lot. Thank you, Professor! :)
Ando Mierzwa, You're Welcome, Sensei!!! 😇
I’ve. Never. Ever. Stood. In. A. Horse stance But. In. Fighting. Stance
Thank you for your advice on kicking, my father was in the U.S. Army back in during the Gulf War but an illness has rendered his legs relatively crippled so he can't demonstrate his old martial arts technique when it comes to leg work. And he admits he is not good at teaching by word of mouth either. So again thanks for helping people like me add better kicks to our good punches. :)
Thank you for the comment! Bless you and your father.
I side kick in a different way, but I really like the explanations about keeping the body aligned and balanced, very important. If you are out of balance, you gonna lose a fight or lose your life.
Right!
Your videos are awesome.
When will you upload more?
Thank you, Hendrik! I'm working as fast as I can!
Awesome
Thank you very much!
Choo choo moo moo boo hoo got it
Well done! :)
pt 1
& 2 on the side kick is pretty good ..
I did read sum of the comments on here,ha.
seem some r jes contrary or splitting hairs or whatever..
That foot pivot is key,key KEY,and i never saw it as a teenager explained...
But I knew something was amis,and pivoted my foot any way..
We big westerners and all have different body structures and habits etc,,,
That is key,finding what you can do and train your self to do,,,
Forget the rest....
But your in line with Wallace ,and several of the modern Japanese and Korean instructors..
Real good vids
Thanks
"That is key, finding what you can do..." Amen, sir. That's the whole thing! Thanks for the comment!
I have been struggling with my sidekicks which is embarrassing since I can do more advanced kicks. This video and your instructional video literally fixed my problems in 5 mins. Now I just have to practice
That cheers me right up, sir! Keep kicking! :)
hi sensei, please can you perform some excersize for begginers for flexibility for those side kicks and high kicks...my legs are really tough they dont go up so easily....and after a long practise i am able to real about my height throughing the kick without bending my knees....can you please make a video , on how to make better high kicks...? Thank You Sensei :)
Hi! Flexibility takes time, so be patient with yourself. Here's a video I made that might help! Keep kicking! th-cam.com/video/V_bh8CAGDi4/w-d-xo.html
+Ando Mierzwa Thank you sensei :D
Get "Stretching Scientifically" by Thomas Kurz (Amazon ebook was about US $8). It is one of the very few books that does not just tell you the stretches (you really only need 3-4 total) but the whys and how. 98% of martial artists do not know how to warm up let alone stretch properly. Kurz explains it and has a Q&A in the back of the 4th Ed.
recently found your videos I've been kickboxing for 6 months now and your advice has really helped me polish up my moves. do you have any advice on jumping kicks still working on these! Thankyou.
Hi Kai! Keep your head up! People let their head droop and that will work against you.
Bruce Lee was able to land the sidekick, from just about any position and without always setting it up.
Do likewise! 👍🏼
Now I know where Trump got wall idea from 😂
He really like ripping off Chinese culture. He's a a true American 🤣
I'm in love with your videos! You have a great way of explaining things.
Thank you very much! More coming! :)
Facts
I wonder how he came up with "choochoo moomoo boohoo "
It was passed down to me scribbled on an ancient scroll. :-)
How are you so good at martial arts
Because I’m still working on it! Thank you! 😄
Great technique and tactic tips Sensei Ando, another excellent video!💪👍
I am honored! Thank you!
Although he is talking in cheerful voice, it truly contains the wisdom of master.
I tried to solve those problems for years... but you just solved it instantly!
Thanks for the video!
That means a lot to me. Thank you!
Awesome video as always,Ando!
+Carl Johnson Much appreciated, Carl! Thanks!
Martial Art's movement is from your soul not from your body.
Indeed.
I've been making these mistakes against bigger opponents. Thanks a ton makes perfect sense.
Awesome. Thanks for letting me know!
+Ando Mierzwa I'm a yellow a white striped is colideing kicks with me what do I do?????
Colliding kicks? I would make sure you throw a couple of fakes or punches to set up your kick. It sounds like you're both just squaring off and kicking. Be sneakier!
I'm really enjoying your videos lately. Easily relatable and well explained. Thank you.
Also with a your personal touch of humor. Well done.
I appreciate your kindness, sir! Thank you!
Very effective. I have to think more economically. Go around his wall . 👍🏻
Hope it helps! 👍🏼
Bruh, I KNOW that is not an inflatable punching bag
HA! 😄 It just moved like one.
so you and other people that are listening to you don't get the false illusions that fighting is so the way you make it seem soft
Why did your belt change between the two side kick videos? It's hard for me to tell, but it looks like Japanese characters as well. I thought you were a Kung Fu person?
Good eye, Steve! So far, I've either worn a blank black belt or my kung fu belt. Yes, those are Chinese characters. One side: Kung Fu San Soo. Other side: Tsoi Li Ho Fut Hung. Thanks for the question!
I've always been interested in Karate ever since I could remember. This year my school actually will offer Karate so I don't have to take Physical Education, which I'm definitely excited about! I remember being taught Side Kicks when I was little to defend myself, so I just want to practice it more.
What school offers karate that sounds like an amazing school!
Phantastic
Thank you very much! 🙏🏻
Hance i downloaded all video🤣🤣 it was educational and effective good explanation love ur video brother😊
Thank you very much! Keep fighting! 👊🏼
We need to build a wall!! LOL
Ha!
Try "vovinam" material art of vietnamese.
Dear sensei ,plz post a video of tricky leg tecnic combinations.like Yoko Geri and maigeri Tobi mawashi geri.thank you
Sounds like you’re ready to make a video!
@@AndoMierzwa ha ha
Hi Sensei,
Thanks for the videos. Your videos are well thought out, constructive and most of all, I'm inspired by your attitude and positivity. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you, Josh! A comment like yours really makes my day! :) Keep kicking!
Excellent! And yeah, we have a few older upper belts that like to sit back and build that wall. It's annoying. So depending on my mood I'll jump on them and either choke them out or arm bar. It always makes me feel a little disrespectful but hell... On the other hand I'll always give the lower belts my back. Then blast them with a rear kick. :-)
+shawn howard Ha and Ha! Your comment made me smile twice, sir. Keep choking and kicking! :)
Sensei And, please post multiple kicks attacks. Also, an arm or hand block from a punch with your best leg strike. Thank you. As always keep the traditional martial arts alive.👊
Great ideas, Coach! The traditional arts have so much to offer!
Love your videos! I'm guilty of being the sleeping cow on the tracks most of the time, lol! Going to try this strategy next time we spar!
Thanks, Michele! Don't worry.... we've all been turned into ground beef at some point! Go get 'em! :)
Seems like a good set up for oblique kicks also. If you mix it up with side kicks and oblique ones it seems like you would keep your opponent confused and on the defensive.
+The LOLbertarian Sounds like a GREAT stategy, yes! Thanks!
Good stuff sir. I like the "tracks" analogy.. it's a good train of thought.
Ha! Oh, no you didn't... yes, you did! :)
Thankyou this helped a lot for today's lesson
Awesome! Glad to hear it!
funny/catchy drum-intro is back, NICE :D
+Roger Haugedal HA! That made my day, Roger!
The wall strategy seems to work well for wonderboy, but he uses it offensively and defensively, nice video!
Very true! Many people don't know what to do with that. Thanks for watching!
Wonderboy is amazing!😊
thank you Josh for your comments, it means alot to me . I just want to show what excersices helped me when I used to practice tae kwon do. I'm a little rusty because I stopped training for many years. and yes their will always be rude people around.
To sensei-san,
Can you please make a toturial on how to do a follow-up attack after a side/ front kick? I've spar with a street brawler and his side kick is NOT a feint , it hits very hard when I receive it and pushes the force to my back by letting it hit me and turning side ways a bit to let the force goes away, he turns his leg around and with his back to me I thought that was a good time to attack, he spun his fist to my face and knocked me down ( not knock out ) . I know it's easy that requires experience but I can't do it ni matter how much I tried. And I've many other ways he did it , for example : landing a high kick that snaps his leg and when he puts his leg down behind his horse stance and use his left leg to do a side kick causing serious damage to his opponent. ( Note that it is not illegal, it's just that I've been practicing my own combat arts and he is quite the expert so I required a sparring teammate. )
Maybe this will help? th-cam.com/video/BsRToGrw7Cs/w-d-xo.html
👍🏻
what martial arts have u learned u seem to know about everything and have great advise
I've spent most of my time in Kung Fu, but I've dabbled in TKD, Aikido, Karate, and BJJ along the way. At some point, it all blends together.
Gracias sensei Ando, excelentes concejos y buenas combinación de golpes.
+David Bilbao I appreciate that, David! Keep punching!
Thank you so much, that's why i know a little guy can defeat a big guy !!!!
99% people want to attack someone because they think they can win. So ONLY 1% people can defense themselves by martial arts: DON'T STOP THE TRAIN !!!
It can be done! Keep fighting!😁👊🏼
MR. CHRIS WALSH.
I saw your videos where your punching and kicking the bag and the bob dummy! that was really entertaining. what I saw is that you have sloppy punches, and kicks. you loose your balance in every punch and kick, I can't believe you missed som punches to the bag! lol. you have your Gaurd down. long story short. you have no technique. if you are teaching yourself that's good, but don't be hating. you can actually learn from sensei Ando. this videos are for more advance fighter. I recomend you watch how to kick and punch videos for beginners. trust me I would see alot of challengers that would walk in my gym and pick a fight in a dojo. THAT'S A BIG MISTAKE. DON'T DO THAT. it doesn't end well. their is a time and place for everything. keep practicing!
Thanks for the support, Fernando! At my age, I've accepted the fact that we all walk our own path. If someone wants to walk in a different direction, that's fine by me! Keep punching, sir!
So right!
Love your videos
Thank you very much!
What do you call those shoes ?
Arthur and Seymour. From the Adidas family.
Always great info!
Thank you, sir!
So glad I found this channel. Also, would you mind doing a video on uppercuts?
+Kieran Hynes Uppercuts... I'll add it to the list. Thanks!
Thanks a lot!
Nice one. Thanks :)
You bet! 👍🏼
"choo choo"
"moo moo"
-Sensei Ando
(you could probably defeat your opponent with a joke, and just as the ancient masters say, finish the fight without fighting).
+jin hong Ha! Thanks, Jin! I have used humor to get out of a few bad situations... but then again, my wisecracks have also gotten me INTO trouble! :)
+Ando Mierzwa and then you probably used a witty comeback to get OUT OF trouble! Anyways, keep the lessons coming, Sensei...Osu!
+jin hong Yes... the tongue is a double-edged sword! OSU!
wonderful lesson!
+james okoda I appreciate the comment. Thank you, sir!
What's the difference between a side kick where you point your backside to the adversary and kick with your HEEL, and a BACK KICK?
Check this out: th-cam.com/video/uTuugDIWjNQ/w-d-xo.html
Great videos! keep them coming. You seems knowledgeable, practical and like a gentleman. Keep the positive attitude! Will continue promoting your material.
I appreciate that! Thank you, my friend!
thankyou for your videos. I feel like I'm struggling in taekwondo class, but I'm a high yellow belt, so everything is still very new
Slow and steady, Karyn! Just focus on what you already know and dig in as deep as you can. There's plenty of time to learn fancy tricks later. Investing in a solid foundation now will pay off forever! Be patient with yourself!
Believe it or not that technique is used in pitching
Hey sensei ando i got a question. Do you ever recommend training twice a day. I got a boxing match coming up in may 28 im just real nervous and just want to be ready. What do you suggest? p.s. im just an amateur
Hi! Sure, training twice a day is not a problem. The trick is to allow yourself time for recovery. So, maybe you focus on cardio and conditioning in one workout, but skills in another. Maybe you spar in one workout, and work a bag in another. There are so many different ways to train. You want to set up a schedule that maximizes your gains but doesn't burn you out. Of course, everybody is different, so figuring out your ideal schedule takes some experimentation. Good luck on your upcoming bout! Keep your hands up! :)
+Ando Mierzwa Thanks for the tips sensei Ando ill definitely try my best and bring home the gold :)
+MilkANDMagic Awesome!!
Chu chu! Moo moo! Boo hoo!
👍🏼🐮👍🏼
very, very helpful!
Happy to hear that!
When will you we see you spar?
Just sharing tips for now. But thanks for the interest!
Great advice! I've recently been adding traditional martial arts into my mma game and it's been helping me significantly. Most mma fighter don't see these styles very often so they really have problems dealing with them!
Great point! Anything unexpected has a chance of landing. Keep experimenting!
Your channel is so underrated Sensei!
thank you for sharing the wisdom
keep fighting for a happy life :)
Thank you for the encouragement, Mo! 🙏🏻
The step off the track technique
Prueba una patada hacia atraz o patada hacia atraz acendente. Try back kick or a back hook kick. Si no funciona usa JuJitsu brasilero
How come your kicks don't go above your hip?
Because I'm getting old! And because I'm more confident using low kicks for self-defense than high kicks.
+Ando Mierzwa Aaah. Time, is one, no one can defeat *strokes imaginary super long beard*
Ha! Right. The Grim Reaper is undefeated... so far.
am i the only one who dont know why lots of peps doing parkour or free running are into martial art even i do it (well couse my parents put me in karate school)
+Kevin Kris Because everyone secretly wants to be a ninja?
i guess
+Kevin Kris Well, a lot of people like to express themselves through motion, and both parkour and martial arts are suited for that. Not to mention that a strong foundation in one is probably going to make you better at the other :)
Where can I get that free standing bag you have? Been looking for one like that a long time.
That one is from Pro Boxing Supplies in LA. They're pricey, especially with shipping. Maybe you can find one used?
Thanks, got me pointed in the right direction to find a local supplier, that has something similar in Canada.
Also, great work on your videos!
Awesome. Happy hitting! :)
Thanks for your videos on side kicks, I really appreciate your tips. Getting off line (off the tracks), and forcing my opponent back on their heels are good reminders, in the heat of sparring I often forget.
Glad it makes sense. Happy training!
Great way of explaning things and easy to understand u surly are a genious ;)
+Akash Ajayakumar You are very kind for saying that. Thank you, sir!
I was saying the truth.iam not sir and i would like to be your student. and teachers dont call their student sir. :P
Everyone deserves to be treated with respect, sir! :)
ooooh is that so mmm ohk.. sensai... as u say..
Ando Mierzwa sir iam a 25 year old male I have a doubt can i start learning karate in this age
Great advice and Im studying martial arts for years. Love the videos. More please :)
I appreciate the comment, sir! Thank you!
you just said the magic word...momentum, nice sifu
Thank you for the comment! 🙏🏻
okay derail The train but if I am the train I just destroy the other guy ?
Right. Don't let him off the tracks!
Depends. I had much success with the sidekick against bigger opponents. I liked to think of them impaling themselves on my heel. In fact, if you practice timing it against an opponent who is jabbing or rushing in it can work. Think of this; the more committed to the attack your opponent is , the faster he moves in to meet your heel. A head on collision, if you will. The more you can wait til the last split second to throw it, the more extended he will be on his punch. That means his ribs become very vulnerable w out the ability to contract his torso muscles to take the hit. A drill we used to practice was standing face on to opponent, then he moves and you kick. Not already facing your hip towards him in other words. Advanced version was with hands behind your back as if handcuffed.
You can definitely use it to impale someone, but I find it risky when momentum is against you. Now, about those handcuffs… 😟
I really need to work my side kick, I lack balance
+Adil Bundhoo Don't give up! One kick at a time.
+Ando Mierzwa thank you, I will try it inshallah
+Adil Bundhoo Yes, sir!