Is this just for punching and cardio or can it be used for kicking practice in martial arts?
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It depends how hard a kick you throw. If you are a beginner or below the welter weight level and advanced than you may be okay. The nuts and bolts are sturdy that hold the plastic down but the plastic itself may break in time, especially if you are using water. The constant pounding and rocking back and forth of the plastic and water will eventually cause the plastic to break with heavy pressure. I have not broken mine yet but my neighbor has (he weighs about 190 and throws pretty hard kicks). One thing I would recommend as well if you are throwing kicks is to use sand, otherwise water will splash out quite a bit from the hits. It depends how hard a kick you throw. If you are a beginner or below the welter weight level and advanced than you may be okay. The nuts and bolts are sturdy that hold the plastic down but the plastic itself may break in time, especially if you are using water. The constant pounding and rocking back and forth of the plastic and water will eventually cause the plastic to break with heavy pressure. I have not broken mine yet but my neighbor has (he weighs about 190 and throws pretty hard kicks). One thing I would recommend as well if you are throwing kicks is to use sand, otherwise water will... » Read More It depends how hard a kick you throw. If you are a beginner or below the welter weight level and advanced than you may be okay. The nuts and bolts are sturdy that hold the plastic down but the plastic itself may break in time, especially if you are using water. The constant pounding and rocking back and forth of the plastic and water will eventually cause the plastic to break with heavy pressure. I have not broken mine yet but my neighbor has (he weighs about 190 and throws pretty hard kicks). One thing I would recommend as well if you are throwing kicks is to use sand, otherwise water will splash out quite a bit from the hits. « Show Less
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It depends how hard a kick you throw. If you are a beginner or below the welter weight level and advanced than you may be okay. The nuts and bolts are sturdy that hold the plastic down but the plastic itself may break in time, especially if you are using water. The constant pounding and rocking back and forth of the plastic and water will eventually cause the plastic to break with heavy pressure. I have not broken mine yet but my neighbor has (he weighs about 190 and throws pretty hard kicks). One thing I would recommend as well if you are throwing kicks is to use sand, otherwise water will splash out quite a bit from the hits.
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That's actually the reason I bought mine. For sparring and such. It works well and is durable. Softens the blows while proving to be durable and easy to maneuver in.
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I believe it is to be used for Magic Tricks. I bought this for Poker with my friends so I never use it.
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The kickboxing portion really makes a difference. It's added cardio which is always good. It gets ur heart rate going! I absolutely enjoyed this program
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Hi shell- absolutely not and i'm also a 2 left feet person. The key to it is reviewing the basic dvd which explains the moves in a very simplistic way. When starting off with the workouts there's the option to not play music so you can hear the instructions from the lead instructors who by the way make the workout really enjoyable. It seems that you have curiousity for kickboxing/mixed martial arts and I say go for it! I've experienced missteps during the workout many times but as the saying goes pratice makes perfect and most importantly have FUN! :)
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You should only be kicking or hitting these with bare feet and hands, you can punch with gloves, but Yes it is soft enough. However on the sides there is air vents that are metal, so if your toes happen to kick it, ouch! but only for a second or toe of stinging. But this just depends on how you kick.
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Not really. The arms are great for armbars. The unit itself was stiff but I bought it for my kids and hubby to practice body throws, lifts and arm bars. Hope that helps. :-)
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I use this bag for kickboxing all of the time. It hits the same from the top to the bottom. Top notch bag.
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I think it could be used for any exercise equipment. You may just not need something so long. Guess it depends on that. I still highly recommend this mat.
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I have used this for mostly stick fighting. However, I have done some sparring and contact training with it and it will take a good kick or punch. It offers pretty good protection. Hope this helps!!!
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If used properly, this machine works both upper and lower in a cardio fashion. The combination of the incline and the adjustable resistance cylinder does a nice job keeping your heart rate up as well as working up a sweat if you work out for at least 20 minutes. This machine will tone muscles but not build them like weights will in my opinion. Like I said, its great for a cardio workout.
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Ummm no it shouldn't be bokken are for practice..you could kill someone if you hit them in the head with it or cause them lots of pain by breaking their bones but it really won't cut maybe just a bit from the force of being whacked with it real hard.
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It can be used for almost any type of rifle or shotgun. It will sure absorb most of the kick. You may need to use weight in the pan.
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It is great for toe kick. You just have to make sure you can fasten with the pin length allowed. The longest pins I've used are 1". Crown might be problematic if it's too thick for 1" pins.
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No! but I use it to do weight bearing knee exercises. it works find for that and balancing exercises.
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I don't know about kick boxing - depends on your individual gloves - The wrap is adjustable so if you need it thicker or thinner at a certain part of your hand its do-able :) I like them a lot and I use under a 16 oz boxing glove.
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Ross, i do jiujitsu and have been doing it for years. This mask helps alot in building the endurance you need required for wrestling, jiujitsu, mma, etc.. So I would suggest buying it if its for conditioning.