I've done a search through previous posts and haven't really found anything that addresses what constitutes the 'perfect' round kick.
I have always struggled with this kick (mainly due to balance) and my main problem at the moment is shortcutting. That is, I am not chambering the kick to the side as I was taught in my previous karate training; mine is more to the front/side of my body. The TKD training that I have done recently had us preparing 'turning kick' more towards the back than the side (thus the leg travelled further) and the supporting foot was supposed to be turned a full 180 degrees. This got me thinking about what is the best way to do this kick as there seems to be significant variations - I know kick boxing is different again.
So, in the collective opinion, what does the perfect round kick look like? That is, where is it chambered - to the back, the side or more to the front? How far round should the supporting foot turn, a full 180 degrees? should the supporting foot move on preparation or when the kick is being executed? Any other essential features of the kick??
I am sure the responses to this question will involved 'depends on what the kick is being used for' which I understand. Mine is more a question on what way is best for basic practice - variations can be built upon once the foundations are in place, but what are the best foundations to lay?
Kim