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my goal is self defense. Not fighting with gloves
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cfr,
in my experience, parrying works very well. triangle blocking is a boxing style move to stop a hook punch. it's not suitable for real combat for a couple of reasons:
1) you don't know if the other guy is punching you or stabbing you. try that triangle block on someone using a knife, and you'll have a blade go through your ear and out the other side. the most common thing that cops say when they are stabbed is: "i thought it was an fu#king punch." always assume the other guy is armed or has buddies around.
2) it exposes your side to other punches/strikes. this is extremely dangerous if you are dealing with multiples or a weapon.
3) the timing and location of your triangle block has to be precise. if you misjudge the distance of the punch, you may end up taking that hook/haymaker on the nose.
4) a block is simpler, more natural, and works very well if timed properly. it's not a typical karate style block (bone to bone=pain=injury). turn your hand outwards as if you are trying to touch their shoulder. if you hit forearm to forearm, you will stop the blow.
that's why i don't use the triangle block. this is what works for me. find what works for you and stick with it.
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The main thing is to try and avoid ducking down or bobbing/weaving.
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couldn't be more true. bobbing and weaving is for the boxing ring. shouldn't try if outside of that arena.
hope i helped,
ryan