Sparring from a TMA background

So, most of my sparring experience (outside of swords) has been in a TMA background.  Not much ring experience via kickboxing / boxing / etc. It’s itneresting and as Randy pointed out, causes a problem with the way I spar in that I generally don’t...

Mentality and Sparring

Had a semi-serious challenge happen this week.  I lost – badly. Watching the fight, and as Randy pointed out, I was holding back.  Significantly. Personally, I’ve realised I have major issues in the mental department for sparring / duels.  Especially when...