Does movement affect energy?

[GladiatorRPM]

I feel when we are drilling combinations in class that I feel better if after each combo, I circle or push into my partner. We are told to "throw blocks" at our striker when holding mitts, and after I block his throws, if I circle or move it seems to take my mind away from being tired, much like in a competition match, after a few shots landed or dodged, you will see a fighter square his stance and hop a bit. It also helps me to keep my breathing in check. My coach has always yelled for us to move and cover up, but I think I may be doing it excessively. Is this wrong or could it be helpful in the long run? Thanks!

 

[GoatyP]

Well, short answer is yes and no.

Movement is good as long as it serves a point (e.g., finding angles, dodging, setting up an attack). At the same time, pointless movement is well, pointless. all you are doing is wasting opportunities to attack or creating opportunities/openings for your opponent to attack you.

If you need to reset after each combination, then you have issues with your balance.