jonny jeez
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Sam Kennedy said:I think boxing is probably the best form of self defence, even better, kick boxing.
Boxing is the best form of learning to fight..(not SELF DEFEND)...and potentially win fights...ComedyPilot has it right below...
People take up martial arts for all the wrong reasons...if you want to learn to win fights, then box, if you wish to learn to defend yourself and those you love, then perhaps learn another discipline
ComedyPilot said:The best form of self defence is not being there in the first place.
CP, with this approach, you would make a very good Karateka, avoidance of conflict is the art of self defence.
cookiemonster said:I would say that if you want to progress in Muay Thai, ditch the attitude as you will get creamed otherwise.
Muay Thai teaches you respect for your opponent and restraint. Neither of which you have shown on this forum.
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Spot on, and my point exactley.
I do speak form a position of some experience, I trained (heavily) in shotokan Karate for over a decade, took my black belt and won numerous county competitions...I really loved the art, the discipline and the respect and have used these skills to great effect, not just in "street fights" but in the board room and in day to day life.
My advise, ask yourself what you REALLY want before joining some club with an exotic sounding martial art associated with it. If you want to get fit, gain street cred and win fights then boxing is probably for you.
If you wish to expand more than just your physical skill then there are other mediums from which to do so.
Also take a good look at YOU, are you interested in self discipline?.... because boxing needs plenty and martial arts require even more...Are you overly assertive or dominant, if so any combat sport may not be right for you and perhaps you should take up long distance running or solo cycling.
good luck with your first steps.