kickboxning
Kickboxing is a stand-up combat sport that combines techniques from boxing and various martial arts, focused on striking with punches and kicks. Most variants allow kicks to the body and head and punches to all areas above the waist; some rule sets also permit knee strikes, while elbows and prolonged clinching are usually restricted or prohibited. Rounds and protective gear vary by organization and level of competition.
The history of kickboxing as a distinct sport traces to mid-20th century Japan and North America, where
Rule sets and governance vary globally. Major international bodies include the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations
Competitions are generally structured in rounds with judges scoring based on clean striking, defense, control, and