Wish this guy was my coach. He makes the steps and techniques to fighting and Martial Arts look so much easier to learn and understand. He seems like a very good teacher.
Thanks for the video "When striking simultaneously with an opponent, strike as soon as your attack is taller than the others. Always stand taller than your opponent" -Musashi
Let me know some other areas you guys are struggling with during sparring. "How To Throw Punches Without Getting Countered" was highly requested. I'll be sure to make more videos that have many requests.
I’m not sure how to handle sparring partners who don’t respect my range and keep moving forward on me regardless of me hitting them. I know they wouldn’t want to keep trying to advance on me if I was hitting them hard, but I’m not because we’re only sparring. I end up feeling like I’m constantly on the backpedal.
Perfect!! I find that often when I get into the pocket and go on the offense, my hands drop, and my head is open to counter shots. I needed more than just, "keep your hands up." Thank you!
I’ve seen boxers use a tire to keep partners in the pocket and practice being comfortable. Maybe the hands dropping could be helped by getting more relaxed in the pocket? Just a suggestion
Amazing !!!! i'll try all these tips tomorrow, thanks champ !!!! @ Utilize Fakes @ Exiting Footwork in the combos @ Mixing Attacks @ Shoulder Up Chin Down @ Hand Protection @ Eyesight @ Head Off Center Line on entry
I feel that predictability is Linares' main issue. There's this uppercut that he has that I think he unconsciously throws - out of frustration. He cuts angles with footwork and throws from his new positioning. The angle allows him to pass the high guard. If he could consciously implement it into his gameplan, he could capitalize on its mechanics and throw combos off the angle-cutting uppercut. Maybe add in some "dirty" boxing tricks and pull the guard down.
am a natural kicker and I have the most difficult time dealing with good boxers (punchers) than any other style in muay Thai. Any suggestions of how to be more relaxed and less scared of getting punched in the face? I can don't care about kicking me in the head or punching my body, but punches to the face are my weak spot.
Thank you! I’m working on my distance currently, I didn’t notice, but my coach let me know that I’m still walking into punches. So I’m trying to not develop that bad habit. I appreciate the part especially about moving off of the center line. I’m one of the shorter People in my sparring class to typically I have a hard time navigating
Thanks a lot man!! I m not competing but I m very passionate about martial arts and I m training everyday and learning new thing watching your videos. Respect from Romania 🤜🤛
My one frustration of my martial art style is that they teach me to try to keep your head in the same position for every technique which is frustrating because it's always easier to get left open for a roundhouse, crescent and/or spinning hook kick to the head.
Always the best content on this channel ! Thank you very much ! May it be possible to have a video about " Fight Like Joanna Jedrzejczyk " ? Have a nice day sir 😁
Thank you so much! This is helping me tremendously! If you're going against someone that has longer reach and hits harder, what're your favorite ways to shift angles on them in the pocket or even on entry?
Thanks for the video! Im also curious but since when have you been doing jiu jitsu and how come you started? would love to also see a video on it if you dont mind!
Hey Gabriel, how do you shadow box with purpose? I like using shadow boxing to warm up my shoulders. as well as practice bone alignment and proper technique but I feel like I get little else out of it.
I have a couple shadow boxing episodes on the channel about that. They are a bit order but the information is still good. ruclips.net/video/GD3JH3ew40U/видео.html ruclips.net/video/NUgWujkoImA/видео.html
Hey I was wondering if you have advice for regaining your technique or skills. I know the obvious answer is to train and train but should your mentality be to try and develop yourself from scratch, or should it be aiming for the same as you were before?
Can u move ur head off center line for a 1 2 so head of center for jab to the right then slip to left as u move in with cross and slip your head to left? A pro friend told me to try it and then roll out after you’ve slipped to the left for the cross?
Coach my heavy bag is very light its only 25 kilos when I throw a 3 price combo even with hand wraps it moves alot I am not able to utilize punch kick combos plz tell what should I do
I told my sparring buddy not to be stationary when I'm punching and also to throw a check hook to disrupt combinations, like just same time when the first punch is thrown. It works definitely on me too. How do I deal with that check hook? I can hardly throw a 1-2 without being interrupted. I use feints to get a reaction and counter the counter but is there any other way than that? How to deal with someone throwing check hooks?
Try to keep your non-punching hand high on your forehead like he showed in the vid and as soon as you feel the check hook let that hand go to finish the combo or simply duck and then he will be open for your hook?
Hey just wanted to add you should mention dropping a like, subscribe AND comment (even if its something dumb like 123) for the algorithm your videos are great and it would help give you move exposure especially when you mention how it helps others see your videos due to how RUclipss automated system works!! you do great work its a crime for your videos to have less that 250k views a piece
That probably means you are either not utilizing your full range (punches would be landing with a fairly bent elbow) or it's possible you're leaning your head forward a bit. Your feet could be in the right position but if you lean in you bring your head within striking range. Just some guesses though.
@@GabrielVargaOfficial My punches are long, so I don't have problems with someone with lesser reach, if he is not much faster, but I'm not the tallest guy in my weight class I have Marvin Hagler's body type, but I'm mostly a mobile kicker so I can get away with keeping my hands low and in boxing range I often have my hands to low and chin high in the air. And I often start from far range, because I'm not comfortable in boxing range, so my opponent has much time to react. Guess I need to take some boxing classes
My coach has a saying: Muay Thai isn't all about punches and kicks, it's about lies and tricks
Fighting in general is just 2 liars tricking each other
@@jaketheasianguy3307 what a way to look at it xD I love it tho
Wish this guy was my coach. He makes the steps and techniques to fighting and Martial Arts look so much easier to learn and understand. He seems like a very good teacher.
you also coach in real life? you do an excellent job with clear, concise technical explanations so i imagine you'd be really good at it
Thanks.
I only teach a program for kids right now.
I will probably start an adult program in 2-3 years.
Once I'm done competing.
I would love to came and be coached by you varga! I hope the opportunity is available to me feasibility in the future.
Hold a spot for me!!! Your demeanor and knowledge make me wanna learn from you. When you're ready to teach adults, let us know. Thanks
@@GabrielVargaOfficial Once you start i am moving to canada to fight for you :D
Thanks for the video
"When striking simultaneously with an opponent, strike as soon as your attack is taller than the others. Always stand taller than your opponent"
-Musashi
Let me know some other areas you guys are struggling with during sparring.
"How To Throw Punches Without Getting Countered" was highly requested.
I'll be sure to make more videos that have many requests.
How about landing the liver punch? I always find the movement awkward and I feel like my head is very close to opponents lead hand...
I discovered Aaron Pryor today, that guy is insane
@@ianfong1000 fake the right while stepping in, then rotate into the hook. Thats what i was tought. Hopefully Gabriel replies tho hes the man
Where to look in a fight ?
In opponent eyes
On his shoulder
On his face
I’m not sure how to handle sparring partners who don’t respect my range and keep moving forward on me regardless of me hitting them. I know they wouldn’t want to keep trying to advance on me if I was hitting them hard, but I’m not because we’re only sparring. I end up feeling like I’m constantly on the backpedal.
First! Thank you Gabriel for taking the time to make these videos! They are awesome and I appreciate u
Thanks my friend 🙏 It's great getting positive messages like this.
Cuz how you been
Perfect!! I find that often when I get into the pocket and go on the offense, my hands drop, and my head is open to counter shots. I needed more than just, "keep your hands up." Thank you!
I’ve seen boxers use a tire to keep partners in the pocket and practice being comfortable. Maybe the hands dropping could be helped by getting more relaxed in the pocket? Just a suggestion
@@ronaldyang2295 Thank you! I've seen that too. Never tried it.
Happy to share and help 🙂
@@ronaldyang2295the only way to keep hands up is getting clipped in sparring
Thank you so much for all these lessons. After months, I was in the dojo again and realized how much I became influenced by them. Thank you.
Amazing. That motivates me to keep creating them 👍
Amazing !!!! i'll try all these tips tomorrow, thanks champ !!!!
@ Utilize Fakes
@ Exiting Footwork in the combos
@ Mixing Attacks
@ Shoulder Up Chin Down
@ Hand Protection
@ Eyesight
@ Head Off Center Line on entry
I feel that predictability is Linares' main issue. There's this uppercut that he has that I think he unconsciously throws - out of frustration.
He cuts angles with footwork and throws from his new positioning. The angle allows him to pass the high guard.
If he could consciously implement it into his gameplan, he could capitalize on its mechanics and throw combos off the angle-cutting uppercut. Maybe add in some "dirty" boxing tricks and pull the guard down.
am a natural kicker and I have the most difficult time dealing with good boxers (punchers) than any other style in muay Thai. Any suggestions of how to be more relaxed and less scared of getting punched in the face? I can don't care about kicking me in the head or punching my body, but punches to the face are my weak spot.
I'm the same as you I like to have space I guess you just need to play a spacing game, get better footwork and they will have a hard time getting in
I suggest maybe going to a boxing gym to train for at least 3 months, they teach you how to take punches different from kickboxing
Put yourself in the ring against good boxers in your gym. Boxing only and you can only work defense.
You have to set up your punches and be fast enough to go in and out to avoid getting countered as much as you possibly can.
This has been a big part of what I’ve been working on, thank you!
Great!
Thank you! I’m working on my distance currently, I didn’t notice, but my coach let me know that I’m still walking into punches. So I’m trying to not develop that bad habit. I appreciate the part especially about moving off of the center line. I’m one of the shorter
People in my sparring class to typically I have a hard time navigating
Thanks a lot man!! I m not competing but I m very passionate about martial arts and I m training everyday and learning new thing watching your videos. Respect from Romania 🤜🤛
Thanks so much. I love getting comments from all over the world.
8:43 - Head off center line. My instructor used to call this "taking the broom stick out of your butt". =)
Need a video on staredown and winning attitude
Added to my request list 👍
Great topic.🥋👍🎟
My one frustration of my martial art style is that they teach me to try to keep your head in the same position for every technique which is frustrating because it's always easier to get left open for a roundhouse, crescent and/or spinning hook kick to the head.
Again, fantastic insights as always.
Can you do a video on Mark Hunt and how he sets up power shots and what his techniques are in K-1 and MMA
I'll have to go back and watch some of his fights but if I find something worth breaking down I will certainly make that episode.
@@GabrielVargaOfficial thanks
When you're finished competing you'll end up coaching some world champions my dude you're really good at this.
Super bro thanks
Wow just wow!! Your way of explaining techniques is incredible!! I am just mad because i didn't find your channel earlier!!!!
Wow, thank you!
I'll be sticking around so you will have many more videos to check out.
Great tips. I like that give suggestions on developing the ability rather than repeating proper form.
We are all blessed to have content like this at our exposal
We need a “how to fight like masato video now”
I like that suggestion.
I'll try to get that made soon.
@@GabrielVargaOfficial thank you so much
Yo Ive got a question, should I get a bob to practice or go straight to the heavy bag ? Is the other infinitely better than the other ?
I like heavy bags much more.
luv u gabe🍜
My coach told me to avoid doing exiting footwork because I use it too much. But now I will do it more :)
I love your videos Gabriel. Super informative man. Thank you. Where should I be making eye contact when sparring or competing?
You can move your head off centerline when you uppercut to the body and when you slip a straight punch.
Yo thank you you got awesome videos very grateful for all the great tips Coach Gabriel Varga!
Very good video gonna save this one to my notes Lol
Always the best content on this channel !
Thank you very much ! May it be possible to have a video about " Fight Like Joanna Jedrzejczyk " ?
Have a nice day sir 😁
Absolutely. I will add her to my list.
0 dislikes. That's what I like to see.
Thanks for all the love and no negativity guys 🙏
Thank you so much! This is helping me tremendously! If you're going against someone that has longer reach and hits harder, what're your favorite ways to shift angles on them in the pocket or even on entry?
Thanks for the video! Im also curious but since when have you been doing jiu jitsu and how come you started? would love to also see a video on it if you dont mind!
Thanks
Amazing video
Good stuff
Nice!
Great video! btw, can you make a vid on how to use head movement in muay thai?
100000000 thanks
Very usefull!✊
Hey Gabriel, how do you shadow box with purpose? I like using shadow boxing to warm up my shoulders. as well as practice bone alignment and proper technique but I feel like I get little else out of it.
I have a couple shadow boxing episodes on the channel about that. They are a bit order but the information is still good.
ruclips.net/video/GD3JH3ew40U/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/NUgWujkoImA/видео.html
@@GabrielVargaOfficial Awesome, thank you!
Thank you for this. One of the biggest flaws in my flow.
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Hey I was wondering if you have advice for regaining your technique or skills. I know the obvious answer is to train and train but should your mentality be to try and develop yourself from scratch, or should it be aiming for the same as you were before?
you rock varga
Can u move ur head off center line for a 1 2 so head of center for jab to the right then slip to left as u move in with cross and slip your head to left? A pro friend told me to try it and then roll out after you’ve slipped to the left for the cross?
Coach my heavy bag is very light its only 25 kilos when I throw a 3 price combo even with hand wraps it moves alot I am not able to utilize punch kick combos plz tell what should I do
I told my sparring buddy not to be stationary when I'm punching and also to throw a check hook to disrupt combinations, like just same time when the first punch is thrown.
It works definitely on me too. How do I deal with that check hook?
I can hardly throw a 1-2 without being interrupted. I use feints to get a reaction and counter the counter but is there any other way than that? How to deal with someone throwing check hooks?
Try to keep your non-punching hand high on your forehead like he showed in the vid and as soon as you feel the check hook let that hand go to finish the combo or simply duck and then he will be open for your hook?
Hey just wanted to add you should mention dropping a like, subscribe AND comment (even if its something dumb like 123) for the algorithm your videos are great and it would help give you move exposure especially when you mention how it helps others see your videos due to how RUclipss automated system works!! you do great work its a crime for your videos to have less that 250k views a piece
Gabriel Varga 's training is a video I would like to see
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My personal trainer has only taught me punches not blocks or kicks yet
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Something for me. I got pretty good reach, but still I'm getting countered all the time
That probably means you are either not utilizing your full range (punches would be landing with a fairly bent elbow) or it's possible you're leaning your head forward a bit. Your feet could be in the right position but if you lean in you bring your head within striking range.
Just some guesses though.
@@GabrielVargaOfficial My punches are long, so I don't have problems with someone with lesser reach, if he is not much faster, but I'm not the tallest guy in my weight class I have Marvin Hagler's body type, but I'm mostly a mobile kicker so I can get away with keeping my hands low and in boxing range I often have my hands to low and chin high in the air. And I often start from far range, because I'm not comfortable in boxing range, so my opponent has much time to react. Guess I need to take some boxing classes
I wish you woulda coached Logan Paul.
it’s a jab...it’s a jab.
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