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What is Naeryo chagi (axe kick) in Taekwondo?

A kick raised high and dropped vertically, heel or sole first, onto the opponent's head or collarbone area. It is a signature head-scoring weapon because it comes down over the guard.

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Gam-jeomHoguDobokPSS (Protector and Scoring System)KyorugiPoomsaeChagiDollyo chagi (round kick)
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