I can't stress how important Shadow boxing is for a fighter. i found a short but very informative writing on shadow boxing.
Shadow Boxing
Two keys to successful visualization are to practice regularly and to practice it as if it is in the “now.” Shadow boxing is actually a form of “active” visualization. When shadow boxing, we should behave as if we are in a real-time “now” event. Be focused and relaxed- exactly how you want to feel during a real fight. Imagine yourself actually sparring with a real opponent-you lean back to avoid a punch and counter with a combination of your own. You see an opening and throw a big elbow at your opponent!
Also, put lots of feelings and details into the practice. For example, actually feel your gloves knocking back an opponents head as you deliver a knockout punch and literally feel your opponent fall onto the canvas as you are sweeping him off his feet with a low kick!
Shadow sparring is an integral part of Muay Thai training but many boxers do not seem to take it seriously. It is more than just a way to warm up; it is an awesome form of mental training. Each time you practice, you are programming your subconscious and the images become clearer and more potent. Eventually, these images and actions will be internalized and you will react instinctively during a real fight.
In addition to shadow sparring, we should also practice “passive” visualization at least once a day. See your thoughts and actions being put into practice at night or when you wake up in the morning.
read the rest of the article here:
http://muaythai.sg/tao_muay_thai
Enjoy this clip of me and the guys throwing kicks. the two guys here are ex fighters. They currently live at the gym and training members. both are 26 years old. excellent fighters, the taller one came in 2nd in the Lumpinee finals, while the first one you see in that clip was ranked #1 in northern thailand. getting beat down by them is awesome.
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