In thai or MMA you can get kneed in the head though. I’d still drill and practice this for MMA; perhaps use it sparingly though. You might look a bit stupid, but you can also move forwards – with both hands up and arms, kind-of crossed. This makes it awkward to throw a punch...
using power. In the 7 minute clip answering this Reddit question, I mention a few sessions in the Muay Thai Library where what I’m talking about is taught by experts: Tanadet Tor. Pran49 with the Long Clinch; Yodwicha with locks; Sangtiennoi Sor. Rungroj creating space for ...