[Partner padholding difficulties]

On 4/29/2022 at 12:10 AM, jpmoral said:

Thanks everyone for all the replies! Lots to take in:

• pad distance from body
• pad angle from body
• angle with partner
• forming a sort of triangle with the top of the pads and my elbows
• how to meet the kicks

We didn't hold pads today but I'll try your tips next time we do. I've got a private tomorrow so I'll ask the instructor to spend a few minutes on that.

They have some Fairtex and SKS ones. Not sure of the models but to my untrained eye similar to these:

https://www.fairtexaustralia.com.au/~4953465

https://sksboxing.com/shop/coaching-training-equipment/kick-pads/sks-sakyant-kickpad-black/

Those Fairtex pads are some of the best on the market. Have had a pair in my gym still going strong after 6 years.

[Boxing Glove Deodorizer Question]

I think what's more important than scent is how effective they actually are. In my experience once gloves smell bad, there's no going back. I'd love to find a solution that works.

[Full contact youth fights: Are helmets necessary to protect the brain? Should kids kick each other with full force in the stomach or should they wear body protectors?]

I personally don't agree with allowing headshots in junior fights. Kids should not be exposed to the risk of brain damage under any circumstance.

[Gift for trainers]

On 6/19/2020 at 1:14 PM, Snack Payback said:

Just grab some bags of fruit from the market on your way in then, it'll definitely be appreciated. Which gym are you training at?

To ask them if they want to go eat, just say 'Gin khao' (means 'consume rice' )

Agreed. If one of my students brought me a bag of fruits I'd be delighted!