the crossing back kick, demonstrating the effectiveness of single technique specialization. Lewis also proved the effectiveness of a lead punch. As a result lead techniques began to gain recognition, although they would not be popular until the 1970’s. Footwork in this period became the standard back and forth move still prevalent today. Later on, point fighters would establish the basis of American kickboxing. As more practitioners concentrated on the sport form of Tae Kwon Do, instructors began emphasizing competition than self-defense. As an example have touch blocks have long replaced formal blocks in sparring. As a sport Tae Kwon Do progressed quite slowly. In 1962, Tae Kwon Do was included as one of the official events in the 43rd annual National Athletic Meet. In May 1973, the first biennial World Tae Kwon Do Championships were held in Korea with more than 30 countries participating. Tae Kwon Do’s big break came in 1982 when the International Olympic Committee made it an official demonstration sport for the 1988 Olympics in Seoul, South Korea. In conclusion Korean karate is a spreading martial art and its popularity are on the rise. I hope I have interested you to learn more about this particular martial art. ...
