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How can I improve my hand's strength and form when performing a lead left hook in boxing?

I am practicing "American Boxing" I believe it's called. I have a very well-respected and experienced coach who has a seasoned amateur and professional record, and who has trained some successful boxers, and I am under 1:1 instruction by him. One…
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Force with a spear

When working with a rapier you use a very light touch, not just for safety reasons within the rules, but because that is entirely sufficient to kill someone and if you go any harder you are likely to get your blade bound up in their flesh. This is…
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Choosing the right one for self-defense purpose?

I would like to choose a martial art for self-defense. I learned Karate when I was in middle school, but I don't think I'm good at punching or striking with power. I think I have great body flexibility, so I am wondering whether a throwing or…
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How do I spar with this guy?

I have studied mma for 1 year and sometimes I spar in my gym against some who has 7 years of experience in mma, he is bigger than me, he is 6'1 and I am only 5'10, he always hits me a lot and he once kicked me in the face and I can barely hit…
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removing water from your boxing bag base

I have a free free-standing bag with the water water-filled base. I planning to move in a month to a different location. What's the best way to take out the water from the base? Do I need a pump or there is a better way? Note: The bag is indoors and…
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How can I calm my nerves for my first professional fight?

Hey everyone I like to introduce myself my name is Rouzbeh Karimkhani, I've been doing Mixed Martial Arts training for nearly 13 years. I love all aspects of Mixed Martial Arts maybe not so much wrestling but still have years of experience. I will…
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Are throat strikes much more dangerous than other acts of violence (that are legal in say MMA/UFC)?

In MMA/UFC, throat strikes are illegal but chokes are legal. Are throat strikes much more dangerous than chokes or any other acts of violence that are legal in MMA/UFC? I'm looking for a medical explanation for why throat strikes might be considered…
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Should political/religious discussions be allowed inside the training place?

Most schools do not allow discussions about current political events/people and current religious events/people as a matter of fact: things can get ugly if people can't keep their opinions in check. I wonder: should those discussions be allowed?…
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Is the sword stance in Like a Dragon: Ishin where swordsmen place their palm flat against the hilt a style of Tennen Rishin-ryū?

In the video game Like A Dragon: Ishin, a major plot point is finding information about the Tennen Rishin style practiced by members of the Shinsengumi during the Bakumatsu period (1853-1867) in Japan. One distinct characteristic of the Tennen…
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Under what circumstances would a mule kick be useful?

I am learning martial arts (specifically, Kajenkenbo, someone correct me if I misspelled that) and in class, we went over a move called a mule kick, which is where you look backwards, and then strike behind you with your leg. I don't know exactly…
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Moving Backwards, Cross Punch and move Right Leg

My Muay Thai coach showed a technique where we move backwards Punch with right hand, cross punch, and step back with same side right leg. If I'm trying to evade a flurry of punches/kicks, I generally jab with left hand continuously first to…
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How do you deal with bullies?

What is the most effective way to stop bullying or cope with it? I am not asking about a fighting solution, since fighting gets you in trouble and is generally impossible to achieve 100% of the time. I am bullied a lot, in a lot of ways, from…
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Muay Thai: Is Numbing of Shin Nerves Healthy?

Is numbing of the nerves generally healthy for a person? What are the long term of effects of doing this? I only do light sparring, but my legs are little bit desensitized. See contents below:…
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Is it possible/beneficial to erase the natural "flinch" reaction completely?

By "flinch reaction" I meant flinching and closing your eyes/blinking when you see a strike thrown at you (especially your face). Is it possible to erase the natural "flinch" reaction under all circumstances through training? If it is possible then…
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Activate a car's airbag with a kick

Can an airbag be activated by a powerful kick (eg. jumping side kick)?
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