|
|
Post by AngelaG on Jan 10, 2006 13:00:38 GMT
With or without the gloves on? ;D
|
|
paulhe
KR Orange Belt
Posts: 30
|
Post by paulhe on Jan 12, 2006 11:09:33 GMT
With the chin/jaw being a direct lilnk to the brain, for me one of the first rules when fighting is 'Chin down'. I've got the scars all round my eye's to prove I adhere to this method but I figure it was worth it as it's saved me a fortune in dental work. In all seriousness, I've seen too many people 'sparked' because they've had their heads up, chin out and a straight posture. (They looked great in the process mind, great basics and form ;D ). I have no problem with fighters using the arms and shoulders to punch with as these are strong/big muscle groups, however to maximise power they essentially need to apply the fundamentals of hip rotation, relaxtion and recoil to what they already have.
|
|
|
|
Post by Aefibird on Jan 14, 2006 10:42:12 GMT
Just out of interest, we train at TKD to kick (when doing head kicks) to the jaw, just in front of the ears (where the jaw 'hinges'), as this spot is the most likely to knock out the opponent.
|
|
|
|
Post by shotopants on Jan 14, 2006 14:03:16 GMT
How much success do you have in hitting the target Aefbird?
|
|
|
|
Post by Aefibird on Jan 14, 2006 23:03:04 GMT
Depends on how tall my opponent is!! ;D
I'm only ickle (5'2") but can kick to my own head height. Seen as I train mostly with gyus (in all areas of my MA training) it can sometimes be a bit of a problem getting head shots on target, especially if said target is 6' or more in the air! However, I don't tend to rely on head shots (there are far more effective kick targets), it's just a useful thing to be able to do (kick someone in the head, that is).
|
|
paulhe
KR Orange Belt
Posts: 30
|
Post by paulhe on Jan 16, 2006 9:37:42 GMT
Just out of interest, we train at TKD to kick (when doing head kicks) to the jaw, just in front of the ears (where the jaw 'hinges'), as this spot is the most likely to knock out the opponent. The most likely area to knock-out an opponent is the point of the jaw. The shock and 'jolt' inflicted actually lessens the further back along the jaw line you go. The jaw is effectively stronger and more rigid nearer the ear and more absorbent of a big hit than the chin. |
|
|
|
Post by maskedman on Feb 5, 2006 8:17:57 GMT
I think aefi you would unhinge the Jaw for sure...Hapkido teaches the same spot as a strike point! But from boxing...you tend to not only lower the chin, but lift the shoulder to absorb most of the impact from a strike. I dont know how effective it is against kicks but the principle should be similar (the shoulder is abetter place to take the strike than the jaw anyday)!
*bows respectfully*
|
|
|
|
Post by Aefibird on Feb 5, 2006 11:11:19 GMT
(the shoulder is abetter place to take the strike than the jaw anyday)! Yes, I think I'd rather be kicked on the shoulder than in the jaw anyday. |
|
bob
KR Orange Belt
Posts: 28
|
Post by bob on Feb 9, 2006 0:29:57 GMT
mainly, boxers are in the hunched position for defense. when they throw a punch they extend from the toes right out to the fists. there is plenty of power in a boxing punch but the power is generated differently from a martial arts punch. the stance helps a boxing punch not hinders. saying that i would not use the boxing posture in a real fight because of the restricted vision. its fine when the ref is watching your back but when you have to take your surroundings into account as well as your opponent then your need your head up to have a good angle of view. if you are hunched with your hands beside your face you would be as well strapping on blinkers (and it wouldnt mae much difference) you can only see directly in front of you. cheers all
|
|
