Newbie bagwork

[TroldeAnsigt]

Hey guys, I just filmed these two clips of me going a round on a heavy bag at my gym. I'm new to Kickboxing, but I have done TKD for 2 years, so I can kick somewhat decent (even though I am really sloppy on the bag haha).

I think I have a lot of bad habits, so if you can help me point out some flaws I can work on that would be great.

I also worked out yesterday, so my shoulders are really sore from benching. Either that or I am just incredibly slow haha.
I am 1,90 m and 102 kg for reference. So I'm a heavy weight guy, trying to shred some kg.

Thanks for all input

 

[NVSemin]

it looks like you are familiar with basic fighting concepts, but execution is poor, sloppy, you need more practice

 

[TroldeAnsigt]

it looks like you are familiar with basic fighting concepts, but execution is poor, sloppy, you need more practice

You're right, I want to shadow box more. Only problem is that the floor at the fitness gym I go to doesn't allow me to twist and turn my feet. I also have to wear socks. I might start shadow boxing more at home, or just focus more on technique.

And practice I will! I can't get enough right now, it helps me lose weight, and I want to compete in an amateur match sometime. It's a short/long term goal I set for myself.

 

[n.diazismylife1999]

You need to pay a lot more attention to where your hands are when you're punching and kicking.

 

[Frode Falch]

Your left hook is your worst problem. Most things will take care of its self over time. As long as you train with a coach and good sparring partners.

But that left hook need some help asap.

Keep training

 

[HighestHand]

I train Muay Thai, and I don't really watch Kickboxing except for all of Buakaw's fights (He's my favorite fighter) and he dominated K1 with Muay Thai elements, so I'll give you advice on how to work on your Muay Thai.

1. Your hands leave you open for counters when you are punching. These are common mistakes. Try to be aware of where your hands are during training. You tend to have a tight guard, which is ok, but when you attack, you drop your guarding hand. You need to bring them back to your chin to protect against potential counters. Like Frode says, especially your hooks. If you are attacking with one hand, you are guarding with the other. When you throw that left hook, have that right hand glued to your face, otherwise my counter hook will hit it's mark.

2. You are taking a lot of unnecessary steps. You move around like you are stepping on hot sand. Try to minimize the amount of steps you take, and instead, take meaningful ones. Ones that will put you in a good position to attack.

3. You're a little too off balance whenever you attack, and sometimes just in general. Try being more upright instead of hunched down. That is how Muay Thai fighters usually fight so they don't eat low kicks and knees. Try not to lunge too far forward when you are punching.

Good luck with training.

 

[CluelessNobel]

But that left hook need some help

Would you mind going into a little more detail? I mean besides the right hand going way down.

 

[SublimeSun]

I noticed that on many occasions your hands drop to your waist when you are bringing them back from a punch. You should try to make it a habit to bring your hands back to your head, assuming that is the style of your kickboxing gym. Dropping your hands during an exchange could be disastrous.

 

[roventu]

set your feet when you punch, too much unnecessary movement afterwards. i think thats the main thing you need to work on. there are many things you need to work on, but that is the main one lol

and yeah you open with question mark kick and some spinning side kicks on the bag, def TKD xD

 

[Frode Falch]

Would you mind going into a little more detail? I mean besides the right hand going way down.

Your right hand dont just go down. It goes backward. Almost like you try to minic a fencer doing a thrust. Your chin up in the air. And your bodyweight and balance is wrong.

But training under a coach will fix that. No worries.

 

[TroldeAnsigt]

Thanks for all input guys.
Thereally is a long road ahead of me.
Is there anything wrong with my guard? I like to keep it close to my face, but I don't know if that's a problem or not.

And I will keep working on my technique. I think it's my biggest problem, because I never used my hands in TKD. But I learned stuff like distance etc.
Also, do my hands extend okay? When I look at it I don't extend my hands fully.

 

[roventu]

Thanks for all input guys.
Thereally is a long road ahead of me.
Is there anything wrong with my guard? I like to keep it close to my face, but I don't know if that's a problem or not.

And I will keep working on my technique. I think it's my biggest problem, because I never used my hands in TKD. But I learned stuff like distance etc.
Also, do my hands extend okay? When I look at it I don't extend my hands fully.

imo your guard during strikes and an exchange matters a lot more. you have a high guard before you strike, but when you throw any strike, your hands drop very low. especially on the left hook, your right hand even drops to your waist sometimes. before your left connects, you're winding up for your right (telegraphing) so basically, you've developed very bad habits. there's no point getting into too much details, just focus on the basics right now and undoing those habits

 

[Fabio_Maldonadowned]

You stay "engaged" the whole round which is something a lot of beginners can't do! Good job there, and in not putting 100% into every damn shot. You reach a lot though and lean your whole torso over one foot or the other during punches. Defense is also a problem, but something you'll work on more as you go

 

[TroldeAnsigt]

imo your guard during strikes and an exchange matters a lot more. you have a high guard before you strike, but when you throw any strike, your hands drop very low. especially on the left hook, your right hand even drops to your waist sometimes. before your left connects, you're winding up for your right (telegraphing) so basically, you've developed very bad habits. there's no point getting into too much details, just focus on the basics right now and undoing those habits

Yea, I think my coach said the same. It's an old TKD habit, because in those katas you're supposed to keep the other fist at waist level and clenched.
I'll work hard guys, these bad habits got to go or I'll get countered incredibly hard haha.

 

[SaiWa]

that hook is UUUGLLEEY as Frode stated..

look at where your right hand is when you throw that hook... if I was sparring you I'd bait that hook out and deck you with my cross (lefty).

do you have a personal coach (pay for private time) or class coach? I'd ask more questions and get him to work on your weight shifting.

 

[Tyler Sylvester]

I noticed on many occasions you were dropping your right hand a lot, try to keep it at your chin, you need to do a lot of shadow boxing it will help a lot. Also work on that left hook ASAP!

 

[Kanka]

Biggest problem is youre leaning forward way too much and getting off balanced on every punch. You need to start shadowboxing and practise on keeping your body straight, a bit more weight on the rear leg.

Exactly how to throw your punches i can't tell you, different gyms and coaches teach it differently. But you sure need to relax your arms more and let the your body do the work when you punch. There is an exercise called "tile exercise" on youtube, look it up.

 

[FadeLess]

Thanks for posting .
Everytime you throw a jab you drop the right hand leaving you exposed.
You also need to work on your left hook cause your also very exposed when you throw it.
When you shadow box or when you hit the bag , dont worry too much on being fast and powerfull, instead foccus on executing the techniques correctly.
If you dont have a coach , look for good tutorials and try to emulate the techniques when you pratice.
Keep training .... good luck.

 

[MuayThaiDude]

kudos for posting a video. When I am hitting the bag I feel like I am a pro. Then I watch myself on video and I'm like, "man, what the hell is that?!" What's helped me is to practice muscle memory of punches. Just work your jab keeping perfect form, then work your jab cross making sure to keep the opposing hand glued to your jaw. I noticed your jab is more of a push, make it snap. Then do another round of hooks, again keeping your guard tight. Your hooks are telegraphed. Also try turning with your hips on punches and kicks. Whip your fist and legs into the bag. You are a tall guy 1.90 = about 6' 2" so you'll be slower and slower looking which isn't your fault. Distance can be a pain too; I tend to get too close and my long arms are bent when striking the bag. Some of the smaller guys look lightening fast with great form. Tall lanky guys... not so much. Keep up the good work, tho. Again, just try your punches and kicks in isolation working on form and guard.