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Attacking the balance when sparing

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How important is it to you, attacking the opponent's balance when sparing?

Considering it's literally the main thing we are trying to accomplish?

I would say it's pretty important.

Think first, act second, and stop getting the two confused.

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Considering it's literally the main thing we are trying to accomplish?

I would say it's pretty important.

WOW Tempest, 10 out of 10 for your answer :bowofrespect:

But does every maist know this?

Considering it's literally the main thing we are trying to accomplish?

I would say it's pretty important.

WOW Tempest, 10 out of 10 for your answer :bowofrespect:

But does every maist know this?

No.

But not every martial art is attempting to accomplish the same thing in the same way.

I don't necessarily need to off balance someone to stab them with my rapier. It makes it more effective, but it isn't necessary.

In Judo, and Jiu-Jitsu though, it is a fundamental part of what we are doing, so in that context it becomes paramount.

Think first, act second, and stop getting the two confused.

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Considering it's literally the main thing we are trying to accomplish?

I would say it's pretty important.

WOW Tempest, 10 out of 10 for your answer :bowofrespect:

But does every maist know this?

No.

But not every martial art is attempting to accomplish the same thing in the same way.

I don't necessarily need to off balance someone to stab them with my rapier. It makes it more effective, but it isn't necessary.

In Judo, and Jiu-Jitsu though, it is a fundamental part of what we are doing, so in that context it becomes paramount.

Agree with all you have stated here Tempest :bowofrespect:

Perhaps it is more obvious to attack the balance within the grappling arts but it is also just as important for stand up fighter also.

Attacking the balance of the opponent has controlling benefits, that can be used against most people, especially more effective if they are unaware of the consequences contained within.

Just for starters, by attacking the balance and controlling the opponent, as they can both drastically improve a fighters chances of success when used correctly; of course in conjunction with techniques that fit the moment best.

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