Whenever you see a Taekwondo sparring match these days, you often see the Taekwondo practioners spar with their hands down. Like really, they aren't even protecting their head.
Why is this so?
Because most points scored in Taekwondo (WTF) are to the body and not so often the head. However, when ever the opportunity arrises Taekwondo practioners throw head kicks and we see people get knocked out. This is because...well THEY DIDN'T KEEP THEIR HANDS UP.
When someone gets hit in the head, and blindsided they are much much more likely to be knocked out. Why? Because your brain can't process where the heck it came from so it goes to defense mode and shuts down.
Think about any other competition where martial artists have their hands down....um I can't think of any. I get that Dominic Cruz fights with this hands down, but that's wayyyy different considering he's actually a well rounded fighter and uses it as a strategy. Alot of Taekwondo people are lazy and don't put their hands up because its the "cool" thing to do and it takes less energy.
ITF isn't so great either. They are sooooo bouncy and yet some people still have their hands down. And the lack of full contact is disturbing. Why should you be awarded in a martial art to simply touch the opponent rather than do damage? I could on and on about this, but if you like what you see, consider checking out our Youtube Channel, as we post videos on our rants of martial arts 5 days a week.
Have A Great Day,
Martial Arts Tutor
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