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i am a big believer that there is no perfect way to do anything and for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. i though i would start a thread about the pros and cons of various techniques and styles. i will start with punches.
Straight Punches.
Pros) travels the most direct route to the target, therefore you can beat people throwing wider shots to the punch.
extra range, straight punches add reach and you can effectively punch your opponent from further away.
less choreographed, straight punches are more deceptive and harder to see coming
better defensively if thrown properly and to the head, as they return along the same path and impede return fire a bit.
Cons) harder to generate force with as you can't rely on circular momentum to build velocity.
extremely hard to generate force on someone that is backing up, straights are most effective as your opponent is stepping in.
harder to generate force when your tired as they require the coordination of your whole body to be truly effective.
limited lines of attack can make them become predictable, this is why even the best straight punchers still have a hook and an uppercut.
useless in close, range must be maintained to make them effective.
just a few thoughts and i'm sure there is a lot more to add.
Straight Punches.
Pros) travels the most direct route to the target, therefore you can beat people throwing wider shots to the punch.
extra range, straight punches add reach and you can effectively punch your opponent from further away.
less choreographed, straight punches are more deceptive and harder to see coming
better defensively if thrown properly and to the head, as they return along the same path and impede return fire a bit.
Cons) harder to generate force with as you can't rely on circular momentum to build velocity.
extremely hard to generate force on someone that is backing up, straights are most effective as your opponent is stepping in.
harder to generate force when your tired as they require the coordination of your whole body to be truly effective.
limited lines of attack can make them become predictable, this is why even the best straight punchers still have a hook and an uppercut.
useless in close, range must be maintained to make them effective.
just a few thoughts and i'm sure there is a lot more to add.