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haumana2000 · 09-16-2003, 03:04 PM

Hey guys, just adding my two cents here. I think it depends on the overall goal. I try to think of sparring not just for the sake of sparring which is where many people go wrong in boxing. Every time you spar, you should be trying to build on a certian attribute, technique combination, or srengthen a weak point. Now. how this realtes, is that the level of protection will dictate the pace, vulnerability, and confidence your guys are learning. For instance the

wekaf stuff is cool, ive used it, but I find that the skirt really binds me up, the helmet is heavyand I dont like the concept of no pain which will invariably lead to me building a bad habit, keeping my head exposed etc...Also from a productive standpoint if my opponent is feeling no pain, I am not getting an accurate response to my strike which will directly affect my follow up combination. However, if I am working with a beginner who is learning the basic blocks and foundation, it is a great tool for him to not just strike the air or pull his strike upon impact, but to allow me to gear up, and let him bash me around. It is suprising how many people find it hard to push past the moral threshold and just let you have it. Even with gear they will hold back, so this is a big plus. Also for scenario based training, it is nice to be able to hit without so much concern for our training partner.

Sparring NHB
Do it, and love it but not reccommended for newcomers who will invariably get scared away or hit ya with a lawsuit. Once again, this is really not going all the way because of the helmet and a glove if it is worn, (I prefer a basball glove and hockey helmet). Unfortunately, I think this also gives too much credence for the grappling attack. I think as a growing sport (NHB)it is cool to have an avenue in which we can showcase our beloved art. but this can also appear as simple brutality if you have two low level competitors.

One of the avenues I have found useful, is to spar at medium speed with only eye protection, but limited strikes to the cranium.

I will also spar from the clinch with just a hockey helmet, and practice head butts, elbow, knee, and punching with the free hand. nothing better than an instant responnse to any common tie up than a well placed headbutt.

distance sparring/fighting full gamut of long range tactics but used as a means to dissect angles and increase reactionary speed.

Id love to exchange other dieas, and feedback with you!

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haumana2000 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Colorado Posts: 307 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	Hey guys, just adding my two cents here. I think it depends on the overall goal. I try to think of sparring not just for the sake of sparring which is where many people go wrong in boxing. Every time you spar, you should be trying to build on a certian attribute, technique combination, or srengthen a weak point. Now. how this realtes, is that the level of protection will dictate the pace, vulnerability, and confidence your guys are learning. For instance the wekaf stuff is cool, ive used it, but I find that the skirt really binds me up, the helmet is heavyand I dont like the concept of no pain which will invariably lead to me building a bad habit, keeping my head exposed etc...Also from a productive standpoint if my opponent is feeling no pain, I am not getting an accurate response to my strike which will directly affect my follow up combination. However, if I am working with a beginner who is learning the basic blocks and foundation, it is a great tool for him to not just strike the air or pull his strike upon impact, but to allow me to gear up, and let him bash me around. It is suprising how many people find it hard to push past the moral threshold and just let you have it. Even with gear they will hold back, so this is a big plus. Also for scenario based training, it is nice to be able to hit without so much concern for our training partner. Sparring NHB Do it, and love it but not reccommended for newcomers who will invariably get scared away or hit ya with a lawsuit. Once again, this is really not going all the way because of the helmet and a glove if it is worn, (I prefer a basball glove and hockey helmet). Unfortunately, I think this also gives too much credence for the grappling attack. I think as a growing sport (NHB)it is cool to have an avenue in which we can showcase our beloved art. but this can also appear as simple brutality if you have two low level competitors. One of the avenues I have found useful, is to spar at medium speed with only eye protection, but limited strikes to the cranium. I will also spar from the clinch with just a hockey helmet, and practice head butts, elbow, knee, and punching with the free hand. nothing better than an instant responnse to any common tie up than a well placed headbutt. distance sparring/fighting full gamut of long range tactics but used as a means to dissect angles and increase reactionary speed. Id love to exchange other dieas, and feedback with you! __________________ Tenei te koorero mo te wa rapua i te mea ngaro "search for what is missing, hidden, stolen"