Ryans Move


  • Start Position:
    • Begin in a balanced right-hand fighting stance with the feet comfortably apart and knees slightly bent.
    • Raise both fists near the face in the Defense Position, keeping the chin slightly tucked and the shoulders relaxed.
    • Maintain an upright posture with the abdominal muscles gently engaged.
    • Allow sufficient space for punches, roundhouse kicks and a controlled sweeping movement.
  • Description:
    • Ryans Move is a cardio kickboxing combination contributed by Ryan Mullins.
    • Beginning in a right-hand fighting stance, perform three right jabs followed by an uppercut using either hand.
    • Continue with a cross punch and jab, followed by a left roundhouse kick and a right roundhouse kick.
    • Finish with a simulated leg sweep and an upward uppercut.
    • This combination emphasizes coordination, balance, controlled rotation and transitions between upper-body and lower-body movements.
  • Sequence:
    1. Step 1 - Fighting Stance: Begin in a balanced right-hand fighting stance with the knees slightly bent.
    2. Step 2 - Defense Position: Raise both fists near the face and tuck the chin slightly while maintaining a comfortable, upright posture.
    3. Step 3 - Three Right Jabs: Perform three controlled jabs with the right hand, retracting the fist toward the Defense Position after each punch.
    4. Step 4 - Uppercut: Perform an uppercut with whichever hand feels most comfortable. Keep the movement compact and controlled.
    5. Step 5 - Cross and Jab: Perform a cross punch followed by a jab, returning each fist toward the Defense Position.
    6. Step 6 - Alternating Roundhouse Kicks: Perform a left roundhouse kick followed by a right roundhouse kick. Allow the supporting foot to pivot naturally and retract each leg before returning to a balanced stance.
    7. Step 7 - Simulated Sweep: Perform a low, controlled sweeping movement to represent a leg sweep against an imaginary opponent. Keep the movement non-contact and maintain balance throughout.
    8. Step 8 - Finishing Uppercut: Return to a stable position and perform a controlled upward uppercut to complete the combination.
  • Precautions:
    • During jabs, crosses and uppercuts, maintain wrist alignment and avoid forcefully locking the elbows or exaggerating shoulder movement.
    • Keep roundhouse kicks at a comfortable height and allow the supporting foot to pivot naturally. Avoid twisting the knees against firmly planted feet.
    • Perform the simulated leg sweep without contact. Never attempt to sweep another participant's leg, and avoid forceful twisting or excessive bending during the movement.
    • Maintain balance when transitioning from the sweep to the finishing uppercut. Return to stable foot placement before punching.
  • Notes:
    • Beginner variation: Substitute low knee lifts for the roundhouse kicks and replace the simulated sweep with a controlled lateral step.
    • Lower-intensity variation: Perform the punches and kicks at a slower tempo, using smaller movements and allowing additional time between techniques.
    • Optional opposite-side variation: Practice a mirrored version beginning with three left jabs, reversing the kicking order and adjusting the remaining movements for balance.
    • Teaching suggestion: Practice the punching sequence and alternating roundhouse kicks separately before introducing the simulated sweep. The original combination does not specify the punching hand for every technique or the direction of the sweep.
    • For additional technique information, see Cardio Kickboxing Basics.