jammy dodgers Posted April 26, 2014 Posted April 26, 2014 i would like to get better at semi contact kickboxing...does anyone have any tips how to train alone? how much training should i do to get reall good thanks
sensei8 Posted April 26, 2014 Posted April 26, 2014 i would like to get better at semi contact kickboxing...does anyone have any tips how to train alone? how much training should i do to get reall good thanksFirst of all, welcome to KF!! Glad you're here!!>Do you do any sparring at all? If you do, then don't ever stop. If you don't, then start sparring more often.>Having said that, spar different practitioners because they don't attack/counter/defend the same.>By yourself, hit the heavy bag often until it breaks, then buy another one, and beat it until it breaks, and then.....>Work on different weighted bags. I'd encourage you to get a Thai bag because they're long and dense, and this will translate into powerful kicks. Of course, do the techniques correct, to begin with!!>Work with a two-ended bag for timing, it'll pay for itself in the long run. Timing is crucial in all MA, but I suppose even more so in kickboxing.>Run or swim a lot to build up your stamina. Change up the topography while running; up hill and things like that.>Use a speed bag; speaks for itself, imho!!>Mount a rope from one wall to another and walk its length while throwing upper-cuts, but stay tight to the rope while bobbing and weaving.>Skip rope; a cheap yet valuable tool. Timing/rhythm can be garnered from this.Hopefully what I've posted helps you with your solo training. **Proof is on the floor!!!
scohen.mma Posted August 10, 2014 Posted August 10, 2014 100% agree with Sensei8. That's all the advice you need! Just fit that into a schedule that works for you and train hard! "Karate doesnt teach me to fight, it teaches me to solve my problems. Physically, mentally, and spiritually."
Archimoto Posted August 10, 2014 Posted August 10, 2014 i would like to get better at semi contact kickboxing...does anyone have any tips how to train alone? how much training should i do to get reall good thanksFirst of all, welcome to KF!! Glad you're here!!>Do you do any sparring at all? If you do, then don't ever stop. If you don't, then start sparring more often.>Having said that, spar different practitioners because they don't attack/counter/defend the same.>By yourself, hit the heavy bag often until it breaks, then buy another one, and beat it until it breaks, and then.....>Work on different weighted bags. I'd encourage you to get a Thai bag because they're long and dense, and this will translate into powerful kicks. Of course, do the techniques correct, to begin with!!>Work with a two-ended bag for timing, it'll pay for itself in the long run. Timing is crucial in all MA, but I suppose even more so in kickboxing.>Run or swim a lot to build up your stamina. Change up the topography while running; up hill and things like that.>Use a speed bag; speaks for itself, imho!!>Mount a rope from one wall to another and walk its length while throwing upper-cuts, but stay tight to the rope while bobbing and weaving.>Skip rope; a cheap yet valuable tool. Timing/rhythm can be garnered from this.Hopefully what I've posted helps you with your solo training. Amazing post !!! *** standing ovation *** To quote the great Bob Marley: "LOVE IS MY RELIGION"
TheGrim123321 Posted September 5, 2014 Posted September 5, 2014 Sensei8 has amazed us again with a his wisdom. I bow to you. OSU "You don't buy a Black Belt, You become a Black Belt." - My Sensei
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