How to Hit a Heavy Bag for Beginners - Part 2

[@sauravbanerjee3552]

'keep fighting for a happy life' . .there were so many levels in that sentence

[@AndoMierzwa]

+Saurav Banerjee True! There's a lot more to self-defense than just punching and kicking. Keep up the good fight!

[@dogegang7743]

👌

[@rengarthepridestalker3617]

Hi Andy, i am currently a 13 year old who is in to kickboxing. And thanks to your video's i have been improving a lot. When I first came to the sportschool (that's what we call it in Holland I don't know the word for it) they thought I was a bit weak and soft. (This was 3 months ago). The master asked me to spar with a guy ( probably the same age as me). The goal was to hit each other 3 times before they could. And I won! That all thanks to your videos! I have been improving and am competing into a tournament soon. I just wanted to thank you for your videos!

[@AndoMierzwa]

That is awesome! Lots of people watch videos, but fewer actually do the work and improve. Keep training... and winning! Thanks for letting me know!

[@nayel622]

Hey man it's been 2 years how u doing now?

[@itachiuchiha4977]

MeloNayel Dee hes dead

[@heymateymate5976]

2 years have passed, did you stick with it? any updates?

[@SirSpooky0461]

Four years have passed, hows it going?

[@rushzan503]

Part 1 1. Hands down u're a clown 2. Footwork 3. Use ur imagination Breathe through it. Match distance. Punch on ur way out too. Work on slips, pivots, counter punches etc Avoid wraps and gloves- work the bag, don't kill it. Part 2 1. Punch the bag, don't push it. 2. Don't let the bag move u. Find the sweet spot 3. Find the sweet spot for long mid and short range. Move with the bag

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thanks for watching the whole video! :-)

[@bucklee436]

Ando Mierzwa 1. Hands up all the time 2. Footwork (Position before Submission) 3. For a 10 minute workout (First 5 minutes no punching but practice on footwork) a. Bag not moving, move around and feel comfortable b. Move bag, practice keeping distance with hand on bag, pivot out of way of moving bag. c. Shuffle around moving bag 4. Imagination: He hurt your brother 5. Don’t just jab and walk away, punch on your way in (like you’re starting the offense , jab going in then set up for a power shot. Punch on your way out and pivot. 6. Stay alive and alert the whole time. 7. Work the bag, not try to kill it. 8. Hands up, chin tucked. 9. Stay in your stance and thinking your way into the bag and out of the way 10. Move the bag, don’t let the bag move you. a. Find sweet spot (right distance, right balance, right timing with weight shift) i. This goes for long range, medium and short range. Always find right balance and distance to not have bag bounce back into you.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Buck Lee Excellent! That was easier to follow than my babbling! :)

[@johngluck6938]

@@AndoMierzwa Great tips . I have a heavy bag in my home gym I work out on. Thanks for this.

[@AndoMierzwa]

John Gluck My pleasure, sir! Happy hitting! 👊🏼

[@tomk7777]

After 25 years of going to classes in Muay Thai, Kempo and Tae Kwon Do, I have transitioned to some other sports (running, OCR, lifting) full time. But I still miss martial arts. I recently installed a heavy bag in my home gym and started incorporating heavy bag work into my training sessions as a warm-up and cool down. IT's been great. Thanks for your videos, they have helped me construct a program that makes sense for where I am now. I always felt when you start something go back to the basics. These videos help.

[@AndoMierzwa]

I love hearing that you’re back at it doing things your own way. Happy training!

[@Jericho_S]

All of your videos are easy to catch, straight to the point and very informative. Thanks Ando!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Jericho S Thank you for saying so, Jericho! More to come!

[@tinanpetersen]

Thanks for taking the time to make these videos. My son is 16 and all enthusiasm - your videos have been fantastic guidance. We are looking forward to seeing more.

[@AndoMierzwa]

I love hearing that! More videos coming! 😁👍🏼

[@Jonnygurudesigns]

I found every second of this to be delicious for my level.. I lose control and hurt my shoulders, and end up wondering why... The sweet spot is what I'm missing.. Thanks Ando! Back to it! Just a little bit every day as you said.. 🙏😊

[@AndoMierzwa]

Awesome. Happy hitting, Jonny! 🥊

[@neonmaniac7865]

This guy is like your overly nice stepdad

[@AndoMierzwa]

I’ll take that as a compliment! 😄

[@liamsykes5042]

How you see you 😣. How the punching bag sees you⚔⚔⚔.

[@Shawandas737]

He is trying to teach self defence. Show some respect bruh!

[@DrJeriho]

Just starting out with a heavy bag and your videos are amazing. Love the humor too. :) Keep up the great work, hopefully with even more tips on heavy bag workouts.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Jeriho Chrono Love hearing that! Thank you so much. Lots more coming! :)

[@justasktien7098]

Thank you this was excellent! going back to basic and humbling down what you think you knew is always a lesson learned. From the two videos, I have understood that punching is really the last thing you want to do and worry about; landing the punch correctly shouldn't be underrated. But if a punch you must, then let it be the only one you need for a knockout.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Well said! You can always add power once you get it right.👍🏼

[@fisioxande]

Another great video on working the heavybag! Many thanks for this one too! The first video was a little easier for me to understand. This second one I think I'll have to re-watch it while training with the heavybag to try to understand it fully.

[@AndoMierzwa]

You'll get it! :)

[@opensociety9113]

how i experienced this video: 1. Click the video with a random guy in front of a punching bag 2. the guy greets me with "hey good looking" 3. liked and subscribed

[@AndoMierzwa]

Welcome, my friend! 😁

[@opensociety9113]

@@AndoMierzwa thank you! Your videos are very helpful! Keep up the great work!

[@AndoMierzwa]

@@opensociety9113 Thank you kindly!

[@opensociety9113]

@@AndoMierzwa With pleasure! Btw It would be great if you included an affiliate link to a punching bag in your video descriptions that you would recommend.

[@AndoMierzwa]

@@opensociety9113 Bag choice is very personal. Weight, size, swinging or standing, material... I just recommend going to a gym or store (when we can) and trying out different bags until you find one that fits your needs.

[@JMDillehay]

Just got a 100 pound heavy bag today. I have an athletic background and have always been interested in boxing, but I have zero experience. I find your video very helpful. Thanks!

[@AndoMierzwa]

That’s awesome, Joe! Happy hitting to you!

[@notlistening6895]

I watched part one and after watching part 2 I subscribed. The techniques you are teaching are very clear and easily understood do to how well you explain it all but it was the fact that you actually take the time to respond to comments and answer questions that sold me and is why I'll be watching your content in the future

[@AndoMierzwa]

I appreciate the kind words... thank you! Yes, I try to answer as many questions as I can. That's how I meet cool people! Keep fighting!

[@farshadmn4273]

honestly these points r the basics which must be taught in any combative gym and even worked on about months! THX

[@AndoMierzwa]

I’m still working on them! Thanks for the comment! 😁

[@TPEACOCK12]

I like the tips for movement and distance, but can you show the whole body in the video? So we can see footwork, hip movement etc... only seeing half the technique with the lower body cut off... Thanks a lot.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thanks for the feedback, sir. I'll remember that!

[@jesusbobadilla1668]

and maybe a short clip of you doing those techniques without commentary :)

[@AndoMierzwa]

All righty!

[@jesusbobadilla1668]

love your video. i used the techniques in this video earlier at the gym. keep it up!

[@AndoMierzwa]

+Jesus Bobadilla Awesome. Thank you!

[@heather5254]

A video is a bit older and you're still answering questions. That's awesome. Thanks for the pointers. Subscribed!

[@AndoMierzwa]

It's my pleasure, Heather! Thanks for the comment!

[@rodrigomaldonado5035]

You sir absolutely know what you're talking about. So clear and precise. Thanks. My son (12 years old) wants to start trainning with me. Can you give me any advice?

[@AndoMierzwa]

+Rodrigo Maldonado Father and son boxing together... that's awesome! Everyone is different, but generally, when teaching youth, just make one correction at a time. Don't try to hurry up the learning process. Focus on one thing, like keeping the knees bent or hands up for the whole session. That way, he can get better every time and feel encouraged. Showing him instead of telling him what to do is also great. Make it like a "follow me" drill. You jab, he jabs. You 1-2, he 1-2s. You shuffle and hook, he shuffles and hooks. And record some of that on video so he can watch it back that day, a month or two later when he's even better, or when he visits you in the old folks home! Happy punching!

[@wainedodd8055]

Part one and two have a pack of great knowledge in two short vids. I like this style 👊

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thanks for watching, my friend! 🙏🏻

[@caives]

Love this guys vibe😊

[@SuperCalebb]

You have a good sense of humor, I think that's what people really liked in the first vid. On top of that, you have really good helpful tips THANK YOU. I like funny and i like boxing. now i just need to learn different kinds of punches to throw properly cause im a noob..

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thanks for the kind words, sir! Sure there's always more to learn... but no hurry. Take what you know and make it better. That's a lifetime project! Keep punching!

[@SuperCalebb]

Thanks, I will!

[@themartingirls7062]

I just want to say that I am going to use your tips and techniques to build strength, knowledge and ultimately loose weight. I am going to sign up to your email list and show you my progress each month. Thank you for all that you do

[@argenus]

High carb veganism :) No oil, whole food starches, lenses beans, brown rice, veggies, cutting out gluten (as it is sticky in the gut and hinders effective diguestion, also gluten will be accumulated in the body), some fruits, no processed food but nice self cooked food + some days with intermedian fasting (to clear up the body). Does wonders - for health, the body and condition. Within 1 year I lost 20 kg and gained a nice body - without even trying to loose weight (nor did I train much - or itwas quite less to nothing - I trained even less than before, when I gained weight with fat). I actually did not care. It just happened. And the wonderful thing is: If I do not train, I stay slim. If I train, my body gets in shape - I train nearly daily now- (with some muscles - while woman tend to build up less muscles but it still looks good on them :) - but appearance is not as important as personality, though it is nice, to look out for a body )

[@allen7218]

I noticed you were adding elbow strikes at the beginning of the video, something I had not been doing that much of.. Had to try it and will definitely add that to my workout. Thank you Sir..

[@AndoMierzwa]

Excellent! Happy hitting, sir!

[@danishpervaiz4121]

Hey bro i just love the way you explain the things and i was checking the comments of others and i really want to appreciate that you reply them all thats the second thing i like about you

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you for the kind words, sir! 🙏🏻

[@windyvjify]

Thank you! I have this built up power/anger that needs to be put out on a bag! Needed to see this and part 1!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Let it all out! 😁

[@sipioc]

Looking to put a heavy bag in my garage these videos are helping. Thank you sensei

[@AndoMierzwa]

A great investment!

[@h1gg1n]

Really respect you for continuing to heart comments 5 years later

[@AndoMierzwa]

It’s the least I can do! Thanks, Hunter! 🙏🏻

[@gurbaansamo8413]

it's good thanks very much teacher

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you for watching!

[@Jonnygurudesigns]

Thank you.. Answered a question I had and didn't know how to ask it.. I was encountering this from doing it.. Felt it was what's going on. Now you confirm it and explain it.. Makes sence 100% now to spend the next years practicing it haha

[@AndoMierzwa]

Awesome. Try not to absorb too much shock into your own body. Now, back to the grind! 😄

[@charlesrichardson4156]

That is sound advice! Simple but,very technical souund advice about training & fighting! I wish i had more time to study your vids & practicebut,i still pump curl bars & do push ups on my fist to keep solid until i can!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you, Charles! Amazing how even simple advice can take years to implement! Good for you for training however you can. Keep it going!

[@cityworkspainmanagementmas5612]

GREAT TIPS! CAN'T WAIT TO PUT THEM TO USE TODAY AT THE GYM.

[@AndoMierzwa]

+City Works Pain Management Massage Clinic, LLC Awesome. Go get 'em!

[@chintu-ui6mv]

I we seen so many video s but I got clarity with this video Tq so much sir

[@AndoMierzwa]

Happy hitting!

[@princesnow7270]

thanks a load...you saved the world

[@AndoMierzwa]

Ha! Thanks!

[@rmflores7096]

Hello Andy! I am a 53 yr old man. Just giving up a few bad habits in the new year and trying to take up a few new ones. I came across your videos. I want to say, I think they're great! In response to some of the silly comments I see, I'd rather have someone's overly nice step-dad teaching me, than some sarcastic know it all, egging me on into some crazy situation. In my view, your appearance adds the element of surprise, unlike mine. My kids have always told me that I look intense. 😆 (I guess that's how I've avoided a lot of conflict over the years) I am a big guy, very stiff though. I could always hold my own through minimal training. I've always had decent strength however, I'm getting older now. I'm trying to learn stretches and I want to learn some training techniques. I look forward to watching your content.

[@AndoMierzwa]

I’m so glad you found my channel, sir! It’s cool that you are so self-aware and can figure out the difference between what worked for you in the past and what you’ll need to succeed in the future. Let the journey continue! 👍🏼

[@jonathanbrandon2409]

Ando! Really great videos! I'm full on beginner and the info is very easy to put into practice. Thanks again.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thanks for letting me know, sir! Happy training!

[@annoyed707]

Earlier today I was firing multiple punch/strike combinations into a full length heavy bag while standing on one leg. Six months ago I would have not been able to do that. It might be a bit easier with Systema strikes than some other techniques, but much of it has to do with a relaxed body and supporting leg.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thanks for the progress report!

[@MrGara1994]

thank you for making this kind of videos! its really useful stuff

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you for the kind words, sir!

[@JuanGarcia-zj3ub]

Hola, que ejercicios me recomendarias para mejorar potencia de pegada de puño y piernas. ? Muy bueno tu canal.saludos

[@AndoMierzwa]

Hi Juan! Here’s one idea for you. How to Add More Power to Punches, Kicks, and Every Move in Martial Arts! kzbin.info/www/bejne/amS9g5aZaayKqsk

[@cualestupedo1]

Sensei Ando thank you once again 😉 Oh if only i saw both your videos before i started punching the bag...(if what i did was considered punching at all) i sprained my left wrist upon contact 😖 Since then i got a little better it was a long time ago but when you haven't been active for a while you can forget some very important details. Many blessings and good health to you sir 😊

[@AndoMierzwa]

So sorry about your wrist sprain, Jaime. But glad you're back at it! Keep punching!

[@abbyabdulhamid1598]

Hello. First off, thanks for posting these awesome videos! It's a big help especially for a person (like me) who does not have any basics or knowledge regarding boxing. Second, how many times per week does a person can train punching on a heavy bag? (asking in order to avoid injuries or to avoid reaching a plateau). Thanks again :)

[@AndoMierzwa]

Hi Abby! Like any training, it all depends on you. Listen to your body. If you're feeling any kind of soreness or pain, do something else. The idea is to build up your tolerance, not break it down! So, don't overdo it. I think a little every day is better than a lot every couple of days. Especially in the beginning when you want to build good habits, not just get a sweat. Slow and steady, Abby!

[@jonhollis1600]

I'm subscribed. I think the last tip is what we call snapping your punches but in 'layman's terms'. Liking the humour.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Welcome, Jon! Thanks for being here!

[@felixdidier7086]

Hey great vid! I'm a musician and my hands are everything. Could you recommend the safest method to workout on the heavy bag without causing injury to my hands?

[@AndoMierzwa]

In your case, maybe wearing wraps and gloves is a job necessity. I personally prefer to feel the bag with my real hand, but we may not have the same priorities in life. Safety first!

[@felixdidier7086]

Thanks for your reply!

[@mick62mick]

Yet another excellent video. Thanks Sensei!

[@AndoMierzwa]

My pleasure! Thank you for watching!

[@shuvochowdhury6520]

I've watched both of your videos and it perfectly make sense. I will apply your tips and get back to you, if I have any kind of confusion or question. Thanks for the tips. +Ando Mierzwa

[@AndoMierzwa]

+Shuvo Chowdhury You're very welcome! I'll be happy to help if I can! Happy punching!

[@jesseboiten9889]

It really helped me starting off. Thank u

[@AndoMierzwa]

Awesome! Happy hitting!

[@joel10115]

What about a video on stance and combos???

[@AndoMierzwa]

+Joel Purry So noted. Thanks!

[@JuancoPRoFlow]

My dude here can kick my ass and I wouldn't even know it, dude is fast and flawless.

[@350yardteeshotsmakesgolfez]

as playing baseball growing up and having a decent batting average,and being able to hit the slow pitch softball over 300 ft, playing hs golf and 1 yr college, my secret to scoring better and hitting the goflball farther more consistently was keeping my head focused on the target (the ball) and keeping my head laser still. With the golf swing it made the timing better and i hit some 355-360 yards at times, average 315-330 yards from the tee with this technique to be fair and im 5ft9.5" natty 165 -182 lbs (it varies depending on how much i workout). Notice Nick Diaz, his head is focused and not moving back.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Great tip. Keeping the head still while moving the body violently is valuable skill. Thanks for the comment!

[@williamharamis4526]

I have a heavy bag and a speed bag and a bending thing for flexibility and a thingy for pushing and pulling and a bike that stays in place for your feet

[@AndoMierzwa]

Awesome. Build good habits, William!

[@ElChris816]

Another great tips and trick Ando. Thank you.

[@AndoMierzwa]

You're very welcome, sir!

[@joegreen5714]

Hey Sensi could you do a routine for us weekend warriors who dont have a traditional heavy bag, but have a freestanding like the wave master. Thanks.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Joe Green Hey, Joe! Great idea... I'll add that to my list. Quick thought-- the biggest limitations on a standing bag are practicing evasion and counter timing. To make up for that, can you hang up a rope or belt? Even if you're only punching air, that's an easy way to practice your defensive footwork. Otherwise, when I work a standing bag, I'm all about attacking. I start a step or two back then throw combos to get me in and out. Thanks for the suggestion, sir!

[@joegreen5714]

Hang it how? Gotta lot of space and a few feet of rope. What is next? Got a tennis ball hanging to mimic the sway of the heavy bag, but I still would like to know what you had in mind.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Joe Green Yes, same idea as your tennis ball. I might nail/tape the rope to the ceiling or throw it over a rafter so I have something that moves around. Since I kick, too, I would let it hang down to my knees, but waist high works, too. Better than nothing!

[@babarameezraja3247]

that was really cool ,,,, simple but takes a lot of practice ........thank you sir,...

[@AndoMierzwa]

+babarameez raja Exactly. Simple things seem to grow more complex the more you do them!

[@destinyhope2891]

I'm a young teen and I've never had any experience at boxing. I'm not a sporty type of girl but I've been getting more interested in boxing as a way to take out my anger plus maybe learn how to fight so I can protect myself a little. There are no trainers around where I live so I'm going to have to kinda teach myself. What are some tips/facts I should know? I weigh like 120 at the most, what size of heavy bag should I use?

[@AndoMierzwa]

Hi Destiny! I think boxing is a great idea and will definitely be worth your time! If you can't find a boxing trainer around, how about a Muay Thai club? Or a kickboxing class? You can let your anger out in many ways! As far as bag weight, different bags will teach you different things. A softer, lighter bag will move a lot, so that will develop your footwork. A harder, heavier bag won't move much and will develop your alignment and structure. Bottom line, it's all good! I'd say you should just start with whatever you're got access to and figure out what you like and what you don't like as you go. That's what I do! I would also focus on basics first. Jab, cross, hook, uppercut... and not too hard for a while. Just stay relaxed and find your groove. Power and speed can come later. Anyway, stay in touch and let me know how it's going! Keep punching, Destiny! :)

[@dylansmith829]

get a trainer bud

[@destinyhope2891]

Dylan Smith I can't, There isnt any around where i live.

[@dylansmith829]

Destiny Hope well then its gunna be real hard to learn....u have a sparring partner

[@IbrahimMdahir]

Go to fightTIPS your not going to regret this

[@llenradify]

Great vid as always. Do you have any tips or existing vid on keeping rhythms and the consequent weight shift just as you strike? There are times when I'm in rhythm and I strike I notice the body and leg torques are right but the weight shift is off.

[@MrLodonlondon]

Andy great video any advice for me I'm 50 not as fast on my feet got a lot of power potentially but all this dancing I'm having trouble with

[@AndoMierzwa]

Watch more Mike Tyson. Get in and stay there!

[@shobalengheru]

Sensei, thinking of a somebody when hitting the bag would disrupt the proper bag hitting. The key in my case its be as calm as posibile. The sooner I imagine things and get pissed of i loose all grace and tehnique.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Try to tame your wild side! If you can’t control it in training, you won’t control it in real life!

[@mlf316]

Just saw your video part 1 and 2 nice question I am 69 yrs may have some arthritis in my hands should I be using a bag

[@AndoMierzwa]

I’m no doctor! But gloves may help soften the impact. 👊🏼

[@mlf316]

@@AndoMierzwa I dont plan on getting physical fight but if I train with gloves is that not defeating the purpose of training

[@AndoMierzwa]

How about open hand strikes?

[@mlf316]

@@AndoMierzwa do you have a program to help with open hand

[@AndoMierzwa]

@@mlf316 A program? No. But a video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnTQZmCceJhlm8k

[@josephdi-lenardo6637]

your videos are so awesome. do you have any other online courses outside of youtube or like punchbag exercises for beginners or anything else thanks mate

[@AndoMierzwa]

I'm working on some courses right now. Thanks for the encouragement, sir!

[@wolfgangsanyer3544]

I have seen other videos on youtube where it was suggested that you want to 'snap' your punches rather than 'wasting energy' on moving the bag/opponent. Can you speak to this please? I ask this because in your video you specifically mention working towards moving the bag with your punch

[@AndoMierzwa]

+Wolfgang Sanyer Great question, sir! Answer--not all punches are the same. You can use them in different ways. For example, you can throw a stiff jab or a snapping jab. You can go for speed, power, or both. You can throw punches top annoy or destroy. Different punches, but always the same tip-- don't give up ground or let your structure break. Thanks for the question!

[@pistol975]

Really like the videos, you gained yourself a subscriber brother!

[@AndoMierzwa]

+Peter Ferguson Awesome! Welcome aboard!

[@sly382]

Thank you Sensei Ando, that sweet spot tip will help me develop into a better fighter. =)

[@AndoMierzwa]

+sly382 Great! I hope so! Thanks!

[@shouryaarya8445]

Videos are really helpful 💯

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you very much!

[@faiyaazvohra257]

thanks for the advise i always wanted a punching bag and now i am getting it and i will use it as you told thanks again 😉😉 and can u show me a proper kick to punching bag ?

[@AndoMierzwa]

If you don't break your toes or ankle, it was probably pretty good! :) Same idea... move the bag, don't let it move you. Take it slow and steady at first.

[@marissastoneheart2171]

Awesome workout videos

[@AndoMierzwa]

Very kind! Thank you!

[@marissastoneheart2171]

Your welcome thank you for your amazing workout videos

[@jamoss2007]

good straight forward 'Real Life' explaining...Awsesome vid Osu!

[@AndoMierzwa]

+Big J Money Awesome! Thanks for the comment!

[@xStateofSleepx]

Awesome video, I'd love to have a go at a bag-punching workout, I think it would really help to balance my exercise regime. Could you perhaps make a video for beginners showing the different types of punches and how to execute them effectively? :)

[@AndoMierzwa]

+xStateofSleepx Definitely give the bag a try! It's a geat workout and great therapy. :) I've got videos for straight punches and the hook on my channel, but I'll work on adding more. Go get 'em!

[@xStateofSleepx]

Yes just watched them, really good stuff, thanks! Can't wait to give it a try :)

[@AndoMierzwa]

+xStateofSleepx Awesome!

[@mitchellbrennan6935]

Yeah and Ando thanks a l ot!!! I just 'got a 40 pound bag and I am siked about try ing these tips!!!!!!!!!!!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Happy hitting, Mitchell! :)

[@rashedalsuwaidi3648]

I don’t have a bag I have an old mattress, will it work ?

[@chk4268]

Nice vid!Just one question- Muay thai centre knee strike...normally you lean the upper body back while striking to get power and range...is this an exeption to your hint of not giving away ground?

[@AndoMierzwa]

+ch K Great question! I'd say there are pros and cons to every move. The point of training is to become aware of each pro and con so you can make smart strategic choices. I mean, every strike you make simultaneously opens you up to a counter, right? So, in the case of the knee, leaning back isn't so bad if you KNOW you're leaning back! The problem would be if you bounced back because you were too close or too weak to bring up your knee without leaning. Hope that makes sense!

[@chk4268]

ty keep on posting vids, sir!

[@AndoMierzwa]

+ch K You got it!

[@josejuansilva5045]

NICELY SAID SIR. UNDERSTOOD EVERYTHING. THANK U...

[@AndoMierzwa]

My pleasure, Jose! Keep punching!

[@BeastMK]

Good intro and Tips man..Tnks a lot..I liked both videos..They will Help me To Train at bag in Gym and Lose some Weight../Peace every one

[@AndoMierzwa]

Glad to hear it! Peace and happy punching to you!

[@BeastMK]

Well wont be easy as i thought after all you are Senpai xD

[@AndoMierzwa]

Ha! You can do it! :)

[@yohangarcia01]

Great video, you've won a new subscriber, thanks

[@AndoMierzwa]

Welcome aboard, sir!

[@Shawandas737]

Nice tip Sir! 👍

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you very much!

[@Harleyrk99]

Great videos, thank you very much for your time, big thumbs up. One suggestion I would have is instead of just explaining the proper punches show them. A lot of visual learners.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thanks for the comment and the feedback! Happy hitting! 👊🏼

[@nightwielder8882]

Could you please tell me what do I fill my punching bag with? A leather one.

[@AndoMierzwa]

I would start with old clothes or sheets. Start a little light and loose in the packing and get heavier and firmer as you go.

[@adisucipto5386]

I always had difficulties on throwing uppercuts on heavy bag. Can you give me some lessons about it?

[@AndoMierzwa]

They sell a ring/donut you can tie onto the bag to give you a better angle for uppercuts. I would get one!

[@adisucipto5386]

Ando Mierzwa thanx sensei! I'm gonna try it

[@AndoMierzwa]

AWESOME!

[@jameshawkins809]

I got mines on a stand so I don't get a lot of swing. The stand just slides so I have to pull it out. Will work on those shirt jabs though. Thanks for the great video.

[@AndoMierzwa]

james hawkins If I practice with a bag on a stand, I think more about attacking than countering since you obviously don't have anything coming back at you. That puts even more focus on your footwork. Shrink down, explode in, and go for it!

[@jameshawkins809]

***** Oops, I meant short jabs. Yeah so far so good. my weaker hard should hurts though. O well. Got to throw with less force I guess.

[@AndoMierzwa]

james hawkins Yes, less force! Just focus on alignment, balance, and good habits. Your body will let you know when to hit harder.

[@Msosbog]

Hey...I have a bag too!😊 Am I the only one slightly upset with his jab at boomerangs?😉 I saw a video of the effectiveness of throwing a boomerang in a Reality based self-defense multiple-attacker scenario, so...yeah. You had me at "Hey good looking" - the rest is debatable. 😁 Great follow up to part 1! Always a pleasure to watch and learn!🙏

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thanks, handsome! 😄

[@Msosbog]

...your repeat-customer marketing is spot on 😉 Now I HAVE to watch your next video. 😁

[@AndoMierzwa]

@@Msosbog I better shoot a Part 3 immediately!

[@jon1sleight]

Hi what about a mix between using gloves and not? Especially if I'm hitting a very heavy bag (77kg)

[@AndoMierzwa]

Whatever works for you, sir! Getting a feel for both is great!

[@Vishal_Ronaldo7]

Undisputed sir....you understand well

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you for the comment!

[@mitchellbrennan6935]

yeah Tony I agree

[@waddiemartinezruiz5197]

What time of heavy bag I can buy if I want to kick it and punch it? Thanks for your answer

[@AndoMierzwa]

A Muay Thai banana bag is best. A six footer. You can get thicker bags, too, if you have the room.

[@ukasz3726]

Thank you for this tip

[@AndoMierzwa]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@adeelahmadaleko9421]

These are great videos there. But iam training mma 12 days a month for a year now but i still have fear from neing hit . What should i do to not turn my back to the opponenet during a fight .

[@AndoMierzwa]

adeel ahmad aleko Turning your back is a totally natural reaction, so don't be discouraged. I talk a little about not leaning back in my video: How To Land More Punches. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6rSkJ19p5uDpLc The best thing to do in my opinion is to grab a partner and ask them to throw easy punches at your head. Don't punch back at all! Just breathe, stare down the punches, protect your head, and move. The idea is to practice staying calm all by itself. Later, you can speed up the punches and start punching back. This kind of practice helped me a lot! Thanks for the question, sir!

[@adeelahmadaleko9421]

***** thanks alot . ☺

[@AndoMierzwa]

adeel ahmad aleko You bet!

[@rickymercado9983]

Tremendis tips helped sooo much Thank u

[@AndoMierzwa]

Glad to hear that, sir!

[@secretagentkay5670]

So I watched other videos giving me tips on how to hit a punching bag. And all of them said to retract our punch right after you make contact. But you said to continue the punch. Can you further explain this?

[@AndoMierzwa]

Different kinds of hits. Snapping or driving. Distraction or destruction. Practice everything!

[@enescetinkaya707]

really good video again thanks a lot and i have a quesiton ; i have been training kickboxing for abouut 1.5 year. in the begining i wasnt able to defence during sparring, i was getting hit lots of times from taller or faster guys(even guys worse than me). now i started to defence better sometimes i almost dont get hit at all but problem is i am bad at attacking and countering. i spar with beginners they throw lots of stupit punches and kicks i can defense i dont get hit but i cant do more. may be i should be more risky and try to throw more punches?

[@AndoMierzwa]

+enes cetinkaya It's great that you spent time practicing defense first. The reward for having a good defense is that you can be confident attacking. So, yes-- attack, attack, attack! You can't win a fight just moving and blocking. Let your punches and kicks fly!

[@enescetinkaya707]

+Ando Mierzwa thank you for tips and motivation sir

[@AndoMierzwa]

+enes cetinkaya Sure! It's easy for me to say attack, attack, attack... it's your face! ;)

[@enescetinkaya707]

+Ando Mierzwa hahaha such sense of humor. may be before trying your tips i should think twice :)

[@AndoMierzwa]

+enes cetinkaya Absolutely! :)

[@experimentislife8290]

the finger shape at the time of punch can you share your some photos of your fist please sir

[@AndoMierzwa]

Just a normal fist. Fingers curled up and thumb wrapped around. Although I often ride the thumb on top.

[@Wdpquebec]

I like the way you share your knowledge. Thank's a lot!

[@AndoMierzwa]

It's my privilege! Thank you for watching!

[@Win94ae]

Again, excellent advise.

[@AndoMierzwa]

+Win94ae Awesome. Thank you!

[@whatsnext8754]

thanks for the Video!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you for watching!

[@texan0763]

Hey ando I have a question! So i joined a gym and haven’t hit a heavy bag before. Is there any tips on how I should stand so my body doesn’t give ground to the bag? I know I need good distance in measure with how long my arms are, but I wanted to know if there was any thing else with stance that would help prevent me from being pushed back.

[@AndoMierzwa]

Have you ever recorded yourself hitting the bag and analyzed it? Obviously, it’s hard for me to say without seeing you, but I’ll bet YOU can see areas to improve on your own. So many people lean back without knowing it, or shake their head, or line up their feet... Make as many improvements as you can, and I’ll bet your stance gets stronger and stronger. It may be one big thing or four small things. Take a look!

[@texan0763]

Ando Mierzwa will do thank you

[@pornstarnarek]

Awesome tips, haven't heard these tips before! Also awesome personality, video, everything!

[@AndoMierzwa]

pornstarnarek Thanks very much!

[@karagun5547]

Thanks man, great tips.

[@AndoMierzwa]

I appreciate that. Thank you! 🙏🏻

[@sanjithn8213]

what is the perfect height for a punching bag? the bottom of the bag should be below our chest or more down?

[@AndoMierzwa]

It's up to you! You definitely want the seam at the top higher than your head so you get a solid target. But depending on what you're working on, the bottom can be whatever. Bags come in all different shapes and sizes, so just find one that meets your needs. I personally like a 6 foot bag so I can kick, too.

[@sanjithn8213]

Thank you so much. I'm following ur tips in ur videos and is helping me a lot.. Keep ur good work on. Thanks again 👍

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thank you very much! Happy punching! :)

[@eranshachar9954]

Hey Sensei Ando. I am Eran from Israel. I am watching you for a long time, I am nearly 24 years a martial artist myself, and let me just tell you- you are an inspiration for me. I look at the mistakes you are talking about, and I say oh shit, I used to do the same mistakes when I begun. For the past 3 years, I suffer from a spinal cord injury, so I had to gear down, but I haven't lost the experience, that is still there. My dream is to establish my own martial arts school, with my own combination art. I have trained in-Vale Tudo, Southern Kung Fu, Goju Ryu Karate, Muay Thai, and weapons. Yet I don't know everything, I learn every day. I have a question- Since I train in bones conditioning (My own training version of Iron Palm) I always look for hard surfaces to strike. I strike concrete and wood directly, and that's okay, because I know how to do it. So, are there heavy bags, that I can buy with sand or gravel? Or to get the bag first, and than the feeling?

[@AndoMierzwa]

Hi Eran! Sorry about your injury, but love your fighting spirit! 👍🏼 The guys I know who have iron palm bags usually filled them on their own. That way you can pick the exact size of stone you want. Stay safe with that! 🙏🏻

[@eranshachar9954]

@@AndoMierzwa Thank you very much Ando, only blessings. You too, stay happy healthy and safe.

[@AndoMierzwa]

@@eranshachar9954 Blessings to you, too, my friend!

[@mavric777]

anyway don't get me wrong I'm not hating on your videos people like you you're doing your thing that's cool I put new videos of me and keep in mind these are videos of me out of shape just so you see you know there's Fighters out there there's talk of people who aren't going to go down so you know you got to stay humble

[@AndoMierzwa]

Yeah, I took a look. It takes guts to put yourself out there, so good for you. And boy, if you think I'm smug now, you should've met me 30 years ago before I started getting punched all the time. Stay humble, yes. Keep punching, Chris!

[@Steven-lt2dm]

good tips man!

[@AndoMierzwa]

Appreciate that, Steven! Thanks!

[@alfredjames553]

As a beginner is it recommended to use a heavy bag? I'm about 135-140 in weight and 6.0 in height

[@AndoMierzwa]

Sure! There are different weights of bag, so just find one that works for you. Ideally, you can find a gym with different bags to mix up your training... or at least play around until you decide which one you want for yourself.

[@rohiths3675]

I want more videos about hiting a heavy bag like this

[@AndoMierzwa]

Thanks for the encouragement! Let me think…