This is another example of the disadvantage a kicker can have, but more than that, how footwork can play such a large part in fighting. Note, this isn't pretty, taken from handicap sparring footage of hands versus feet.
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Good points on kicking and a good demonstration of handicap sparring. I thik using kicks in combination with punches is the best way to do it. Just throwing kicks on there own can be seen a mile away. good post.
I love handicap sparring. We'll have one guy work on his striking, while the other has to neutralize him and take him down. The striker gets used to stuffing takedowns (and footwork) and the grappler works his defense and range. Lots of variations. We also work for a particular move, like a draw. Too much fun for an old guy like me to handle!Kicks and punches have their place. One thing I've learned from putting on shoes, moving from a carpeted floor to blacktop, grass, and dirt, is that many of the kicks you're good at are impossible. What that handicap (kicking only) teaches you is the range and to set them up. It also teaches you how much you need your hands in close! It was fun, though!Thanks for the comments!
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Good points on kicking and a good demonstration of handicap sparring. I thik using kicks in combination with punches is the best way to do it. Just throwing kicks on there own can be seen a mile away. good post.
I love handicap sparring. We'll have one guy work on his striking, while the other has to neutralize him and take him down. The striker gets used to stuffing takedowns (and footwork) and the grappler works his defense and range. Lots of variations. We also work for a particular move, like a draw. Too much fun for an old guy like me to handle!
Kicks and punches have their place. One thing I've learned from putting on shoes, moving from a carpeted floor to blacktop, grass, and dirt, is that many of the kicks you're good at are impossible. What that handicap (kicking only) teaches you is the range and to set them up. It also teaches you how much you need your hands in close! It was fun, though!
Thanks for the comments!
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