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Originally Posted by Gong||Jau You're misinterpreting what I wrote. I wasn't saying that flashy moves are useful in combat. I was saying that your form while striking can be important. Take for example a boxer's jab and Wing Chun straight punch: two straight lines which could easily hit the same target. However, the jab is designed to do minor damage and set up for another strike, while the straight punch is not usually retracted all the way back quickly and is structured so you can block an incoming attack with the same arm, either with the punch or after it connects. Furthermore, think about the difference between a hook and a haymaker. Despite attacking the same area, because of form one is a sloppy punch unlikely to do good damage unless you get lucky and the other is a power shot.
Trust me, you're not the only person who doesn't care about stylish motions while fighting, but there's more to fighting than just using your arms and legs like clubs. |
Yes there is more to fighting than just swinging about like a crippled bird, or using your arms and legs as clubs. Style and Technique are two different things. You should make sure that you are using good technique no matter what style you use. Drunken boxing is a good representative of what I am talking about. It is a style derived from the idea of appearing to be off balance and mentally unsound or "drunk", but if you don't use proper technique it doesn't work and you will fall on your face or punch at empty air. To punch for power you must use both body and arm and fist. To kick for power you must use body, leg, and foot. You must have these basics down before you can use any style.