The Purple Guide to Learning Kickboxing in 10 Days
A no-nonsense, day-by-day starter plan to feel what kickboxing really is - and decide if it's for you
by Alumigogo Books
non-fiction
Ten days, one new skill. No hype, no gear spam - just a clear plan to try kickboxing and see if it sticks.
About this book
Thinking about trying kickboxing but don't know where to start? You're not alone. The internet gives you a thousand opinions - buy this glove, watch that tutorial, join this gym - and none of them tell you what the first hour of practice actually feels like. This guide is different. It's a 10-day, no-pressure plan written for someone who has never thrown a punch or kicked anything except a door by accident.
Each day gives you one concrete task: a first session that focuses on footwork, a self-assessment of your time and space, an honest breakdown of what gear you really need (and what you don't), and step-by-step instruction for two core techniques - the jab and the front kick. You will also find realistic progress milestones, common beginner mistakes to avoid, and a full narrative of what day eight looks like when it all comes together - including the frustrating parts.
By day 10, you will have practiced enough to know if kickboxing is for you. Not because you've mastered it - you won't, and that's okay - but because you'll have felt it in your hands and feet. You'll know what it is to move your body in a new way, and you'll have a clear set of questions to ask if you decide to take a real class. No vague inspiration, no hype. Just a plan.
Reader Reviews
Mary Johnson
★★★★★I've been trying to work up the nerve to try kickboxing for about six months, and this guide finally got me off the couch. Day one was perfect - it told me exactly where to stand, what to do with my hands, and how to throw a simple punch without feeling stupid. The part about the front kick on day five actually made me laugh because I fell over twice, but the guide warned me that would happen. I'm on day nine now and I've booked a real class for next week. Worth every penny.
Susan Thomas
★★★★★As someone who hates vague fitness advice, I appreciated how concrete this is. Day two's checklist helped me realize I had enough space in my living room, and day three's gear breakdown saved me from buying expensive gloves I didn't need yet. The jab and front kick instructions were clear and I didn't feel lost. Only minor complaint - I wanted a bit more detail on the front kick hip movement, but the troubleshooting on day nine cleared it up. Solid starter guide.
Elizabeth Garcia
★★★★★It's a decent beginner plan, but I found day one to be a little too basic. I was hoping for more of a workout, and I had to supplement with YouTube videos to feel like I was actually exercising. The gear table on day three was helpful, and the day eight narrative made me feel like I wasn't alone in being clumsy. It's a good orientation, not a full training program. If you're super out of shape, this is fine. If you've done any martial arts before, you'll probably want more.
Patricia Garcia
★★★★★The guide does what it says - it gives you a 10-day plan to try kickboxing. I followed it pretty faithfully for the first week, and I did learn the stance and the basic punch. My issue is that day six's checklist felt repetitive, and I wished the troubleshooting on day nine had more solutions for people like me with knee problems. The front kick wasn't comfortable for me, but the guide did suggest modifications elsewhere. I gave it 3 stars because it's honest and clear, just not tailored to every body type.