2019-6-20 · Kickboxing is a group of stand-up combat sports based on kicking and punching, historically developed from karate mixed with boxing.[2][3] Kickboxing is practiced for self-defence, general fitness, or as a contact sport.[4][5][6][7] Japanese kickboxing originated in the late 1950s, with competitions held since then.[8][9][10][11] American ...