How to (mentally) prepare myself for a fight? *updated*

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iamwiz82

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why not just invite him to a boxing match rather than a street brawl? The joke will be on you if somehow you both fall and he cracks his skull open on concrete, dies, and you are sued for everything you have.
 

Koing

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If you *have* to fight which you don't in this situation.

Just think you are the man and grab him fast and headbutt the guy. Knee him, elbow h im to the face.

If your not use to punching then its going to be tougher to knock someone out. Could even bust up your hand easily. Remember boxers use gloves and so do other sports now a days. Hitting without gloves it harder.

Watching the UFC video's don't help unless you go practice them. Go spar with someone and try to tackle them down and get in to the mount position first. Its not that easy. It will be easier if you have played Rugby before.

Bodybuilding isn't going to help. Remember the first one who gets hit is more then likely going to be shocked if you are not use to getting hit in the head.

Fight conditioning is very different to any type of cardio. You have to use everything and can last a 3-5min depending on the fight sport. Not that easy.

You don't have to fight. Ignore this guy. Only step if this guy actually comes to you and strikes out at you. No point otherwise. If he is crazy enough to come up and fight you fight back. Unless he does its pointless........

Koing
 

Richdog

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Originally posted by: Krassus
First off, a little background. I'm 20, 177lbs and 15% body fat. I've been into bodybuilding for nearly 8 months, so i'm in pretty good shape. I'm fairly certain that i can knock someone out with one good punch, as i'm rather strong. I also do high intensity cardio 4 times weekly, so my endurance is pretty good.

My opponent is a guy who works with a friend of mine. He's smaller than me, in his mid to late 30's. He probably has more experience than me, especially since i've never been in a real fight - few scuffles, but they all got broken up quickly. But he's smaller, weaker and a smoker.

Why do i wanna fight him? Because he's going around and saying he can kick my ass. Why does he wanna kick my ass? Because he's jealous of me. Why does he think he can? He doesn't. Some of you will say that that's no reason to fight someone, and you'd be right. But i'm sick and tired of him and i want to make him bleed. End of story. It's going to happen.

So what should i do to prepare myself for a fight? I've got a bunch of UFC videos that i'm definitely gonna watch over. I think i have the physical aspect down, but i'm not sure about the mental. How important is it to remain absolutely calm during a fight? Because i know that i'll get an adrenaline rush, which i guess could be used to my advantage.

Also, does anyone have ideas on how i should start it? Should i pick out a moment when he doesn't expect it and use it to my advantage, or ask him to step outside? And should i try some good ol streetfighting, or perhaps i should use my very limited wrestling skills to try to pin him to the ground and give him some nice elbow shots?


LOL what a ridiculous post. It doesnt matter how big you are or how strong you think you are, all that matters in a fight is the will to hurt someone, Ive seen small guys knock the hell out of huge guys time and time again. And also the fact that you have to post this and ask how to fight shows that in all likelihood youre gonna lose buddy, you just doesnt seem you have it in you. It takes about 10 fights before you get used to controlling the adrenaline rush you get, and youre not taking into account the numbness which seems to suddenly grip you when you try and move or think, and if this is the first time youre fighting dont expect to win. And as for watching videos to prepare yourself... BWHAHAHA youre in trouble. Fighting is all psychological, if you go into one with any doubts youll most likely lose.
By the way, Ill just add fighting is for absolute dlcks and losers, I had no choice in having to fight as I came from one of the roughest areas of England and its just the way things are there so I had to learn. It just doesnt solve anything and in my opinion just makes you look stupid and shows you cant use your wit, which far outweighs the fleeting satisfaction you get from 'making someone bleed'.
Anyway this is just an opinion, if you think im talking shlt then fair enough, and if you insist on fighting I hope you either win or dont get hurt too bad. :)
 

Regs

Lifer
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Don't resort to violence ever. Especially when you are 20 and a Aggravated Assault charge gets tacked onto your permanent record for the rest of your life. Violent men get violence attracted to them.
 

ClueLis

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Originally posted by: iamwiz82
why not just invite him to a boxing match rather than a street brawl? The joke will be on you if somehow you both fall and he cracks his skull open on concrete, dies, and you are sued for everything you have.

I agree. If you really are going to fight, regardless of what any of us says, then go the boxing route. It's at least (slightly) more civilized and people are less likely to get seriously hurt then in a street fight.

That said, I reserve the right to call you a fvcking moron if you go through with this.
 

Red Dawn

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Originally posted by: Krassus
First off, a little background. I'm 20, 177lbs and 15% body fat. I've been into bodybuilding for nearly 8 months, so i'm in pretty good shape. I'm fairly certain that i can knock someone out with one good punch, as i'm rather strong. I also do high intensity cardio 4 times weekly, so my endurance is pretty good.

My opponent is a guy who works with a friend of mine. He's smaller than me, in his mid to late 30's. He probably has more experience than me, especially since i've never been in a real fight - few scuffles, but they all got broken up quickly. But he's smaller, weaker and a smoker.

Why do i wanna fight him? Because he's going around and saying he can kick my ass. Why does he wanna kick my ass? Because he's jealous of me. Why does he think he can? He doesn't. Some of you will say that that's no reason to fight someone, and you'd be right. But i'm sick and tired of him and i want to make him bleed. End of story. It's going to happen.

So what should i do to prepare myself for a fight? I've got a bunch of UFC videos that i'm definitely gonna watch over. I think i have the physical aspect down, but i'm not sure about the mental. How important is it to remain absolutely calm during a fight? Because i know that i'll get an adrenaline rush, which i guess could be used to my advantage.

Also, does anyone have ideas on how i should start it? Should i pick out a moment when he doesn't expect it and use it to my advantage, or ask him to step outside? And should i try some good ol streetfighting, or perhaps i should use my very limited wrestling skills to try to pin him to the ground and give him some nice elbow shots?
You squat to pee. Wanna fight?
 

Daniel

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Play Eye of the Tiger looping over and over again until you get enraged then jack yourself up on PCP and go to town!!

Or... don't be a stupid tool and go looking for a fight when you can avoid it, this would be the healthier advice.
 

Spamela

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Originally posted by: Krassus
First off, a little background. I'm 20, 177lbs and 15% body fat. I've been into bodybuilding for nearly 8 months, so i'm in pretty good shape. I'm fairly certain that i can knock someone out with one good punch, as i'm rather strong. I also do high intensity cardio 4 times weekly, so my endurance is pretty good.

My opponent is a guy who works with a friend of mine. He's smaller than me, in his mid to late 30's. He probably has more experience than me, especially since i've never been in a real fight - few scuffles, but they all got broken up quickly. But he's smaller, weaker and a smoker.

Why do i wanna fight him? Because he's going around and saying he can kick my ass. Why does he wanna kick my ass? Because he's jealous of me. Why does he think he can? He doesn't. Some of you will say that that's no reason to fight someone, and you'd be right. But i'm sick and tired of him and i want to make him bleed. End of story. It's going to happen.

So what should i do to prepare myself for a fight? I've got a bunch of UFC videos that i'm definitely gonna watch over. I think i have the physical aspect down, but i'm not sure about the mental. How important is it to remain absolutely calm during a fight? Because i know that i'll get an adrenaline rush, which i guess could be used to my advantage.

Also, does anyone have ideas on how i should start it? Should i pick out a moment when he doesn't expect it and use it to my advantage, or ask him to step outside? And should i try some good ol streetfighting, or perhaps i should use my very limited wrestling skills to try to pin him to the ground and give him some nice elbow shots?



UPDATE: I guess i'll provide a little more background information for those who are concerned with the accuracy of the information i have on him. I've got a history with this guy. I used to work with him, and one night, he snapped at me for no apparent reason, and we almost got into a fight. But he didn't strike, so i walked away because i thought it was the smart thing to do. However, i no longer think i made the right decision by walking away, simply because there is no way a man can feel good about himself after backing off from a smaller opponent. He got fired several months later for other reasons, and i quit as well, but now he's back, so this is my chance to set things straight.

However, those who said that this can lead to criminal charges and lawsuits are most certainly correct. Therefore, throwing the first punch is now out of the question. Next time i see him, i'll confront him, but i'll make sure he throws the first punch and that there are several reliable witnesses around to see that. And thanks to those who went through the trouble of giving useful advice, it'll definitely help if i end up fighting him.

I'd also like to say thanks for a good laugh to all the pansies who had the nerve to ridicule me because of this. Just because your grandmother told you it's alright to cry yourself to sleep after being bullied on in school, doesn't mean it's the right thing to do. As someone wisely pointed out, you're all making it painfully obvious that you're trying to make yourself feel better about yourselves by making your weakness look like a virtue. But unlike you, i'm a man, and as a man, i have an established set of principles, beliefs and values. I have honor. And i would fight and die for that as willingly as i would for a loved one. I'm sorry if you can't grasp that concept.


suppose you win, but he decides to get payback with a gun
or by torching your house. is that worth it? stop & think.

grown adults can & do ignore stuff like that.
 

DaiShan

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Don't be ridiculous, Yes, there are times when a man has to fight, and that is that, either you a) beat him till he doesn't get up or b) take your beating like a man, everyone gets their @$$ handed to them sometimes, just gotta take it like a man. However, in this situation I don't understand why you don't just confront him, just walk up to him and be like wtf, either you stop talking sh!t about me or I am going to make certain you can't talk sh!t about me. Then you either a) fight him like you planned or b) he sees you are serious and craps his pants and that is that. You don't have to just go up to him and jack him in the face without making it clear you won't put up with his BS first...
 

DaiShan

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Originally posted by: Legendary
Your fight will end up decaying into street fighting. Unless you're really really good at any skill, that is what will happen. As such, I think you should brush up on street fighting and being able to take a punch or two.

Oh yeah, don't think this is the movies, you ARE going to get hit, probably in the face, so if that idea bothers you, you probably shouldnt fight. Even if you win you are still going to get hit, you aren't jet li, and he isn't just going to let you beat his face in because you asked nicely...
 

DaiShan

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Originally posted by: MercenaryForHire
You do realize that as soon as this guy figures out he's outclassed, he's going to grab a weapon.

- M4H

Haha that is probably true too, better hope he doesn't have a knife or a gun...
 

Encryptic

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May 21, 2003
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This is the stupidest thing I've heard in a while. First of all, I'd just avoid fighting with this guy if possible. You'll probably both end up in jail, regardless of who actually threw the first punch.

Secondly, as someone else said, this guy may have the will to kick your ass regardless of his physical condition.

Bottom line? Stay out of trouble. Don't fight him unless he tries to fight you first. Who cares if this guy is talking sh!t. If he was going to do something, I'm sure he would have done it by now.
 

kaizersose

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you may want to check this guys background first. if you have never fought anyone before and he has experience, you could be in for it. watching videos or talking to people might help you a little, but you need to know how you are going to react when that first punch gets thrown. there is simply no subsitute for experience. another word of advice: 90% of fights end up on the ground so learn how to grapple and wrestly or take a jiu jitsu class (it works).
 

BatmanNate

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This sounds like a pretty immature solution to the problem at hand. Also, he will probably kick your ass because regardless of size, if you don't know how to fight you are probably SOL. Remember to take off your shirt, have short hair and nails, and go for the neck or kidneys and maybe you'll be lucky.

EDIT: Also, this sounds like a bad idea all over. You are both over 18 and there could be legal implications. I would not resort to fighting unless you have to defend yourself. In either case it is good to know how, go take some martial arts or boxing or something where they'll teach you not to use it unless you have to.
 

Rob9874

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Originally posted by: Krassus

As someone wisely pointed out, you're all making it painfully obvious that you're trying to make yourself feel better about yourselves by making your weakness look like a virtue. But unlike you, i'm a man, and as a man, i have an established set of principles, beliefs and values. I have honor. And i would fight and die for that as willingly as i would for a loved one. I'm sorry if you can't grasp that concept.

I wasn't going to respond to this nonsense, but this update made me. As a big guy who's won (and lost) my share of fights, I'm not weak or a pansy. But when I became a man (and I mean mentally, not chronologically), I realized that there is more honor and dignity in not fighting. Mainly because you don't look like an insecure girl that is so caught up in what someone else thinks of you. For you to take action against someone else, it looks like you are so worried about this guy and his opinions. A real man would ignore him and not waste a minute of thought on the guy. Obviously, you think this guy is better than you, because you're spending so many calories thinking about how you should put him in his place. It must really mean alot to you, for you to take the time to post about it. I'm assuming you're very insecure, and this is how you prove to your friends that you're better than him.

Be a real man and let your maturity speak louder than your fists. And I hate to break it to you, but 177lbs is not very big. And 15% body fat is nothing to brag about. I wouldn't go around acting like you can kick alot of ass. Your stats aren't that impressive.
 

gigapet

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youre looking for a fight. If he had an ounce of balls he would have already tried something with you but instead he just talks. Let him just talk. If you go looking for a fight your about as much a loser as this 30 y.o. sh!t talking pu$$y.

An arrest is not worth this loser. If he crosses the line of just verbal nonsense....then its time to take action until then just let him prove to everyone that he is the pu$$y cuz he is talkin sh!t and you are not.

him talking sh!t is his method defense because he clearly cannot cope or compete with you. You are already the winner without fighitng dont let him bring you down. BUBBA WILL EAT YOUR 177 lb. ass alive in jail.
 

amcdonald

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However, those who said that this can lead to criminal charges and lawsuits are most certainly correct. Therefore, throwing the first punch is now out of the question. Next time i see him, i'll confront him, but i'll make sure he throws the first punch and that there are several reliable witnesses around to see that. And thanks to those who went through the trouble of giving useful advice, it'll definitely help if i end up fighting him.
Unless you are extremely quick or you know how to take a punch in the face, you will more than likely not recover from that first punch.
3 fun scenarios:
A) this guy sucks at punching, and breaks his hand on your face, you both cry and go to the hospital.
B)Before you even throw a punch, you get your jaw/nose/ribs/combination broken and have to get reconstructive surgery.
C)With your excellent reaction time you grab his hand an inch before it would hit your face, and tear his wrist clean off with your incredible hulk-like strength. Then you bang every girl he has ever liked/slept with in front of him.

Remember, if you already backed down to this guy, he's more than likely not afraid of you beacuse he thinks you are a pansy.
Maybe you should break a beer bottle on your face or beat tekken3 in front of him, let him know how tough you are.
Or watch a UFC video and say, "oh man I woulda hit him in the face there."
 

desertdweller

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Dude,

People talk all the time and you may as well get used to it because its going to be there
for the rest of your life. You aren't going to beat everyone up that says they can kick your
ass. Just let it go.

Second, if you've never thrown a punch in a real fight, you have no idea if you can
knock someone out. Also, if you go into this thinking that you're going to throw a couple
of punches and knock him out, you're done already. You can't prepare because you've
never been in a fight and once that adrenaline takes over you're going to experience
something new that you wont be able to control ( at least in your very first fight ).

Three, have someone there to video so we here at AT can see you get your first
ass kicking.

DD

P.S.: If you remember nothing else, please remember number three. :D
 

newbiepcuser

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Well its seems like you made up your mind according to your update.


When will this ever end? You think he will stop talking crap behind your back after you beat him to bloody pulp? He will try to get you back either through physical means or legal.

The justice system won't care who started it etc. If you hurt him really bad be prepared for reprucssions. Once you start pounding him, you will lose control cause you built so much anger against him.

Somebody I know that is close to me has the same "honor" system, and he did get into fight. Broke his hand during the fight, well now he is working for the govt and making less than minimum wage. He couldn't let it go. I hope to see him again when he gets out in November.

I'm not telling to defend your self if he attacks you, but there are going consquences if you hit him.
 

gigapet

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Originally posted by: newbiepcuser
Well its seems like you made up your mind according to your update.




Somebody I know that is close to me has the same "honor" system, and he did get into fight. Broke his hand during the fight, well now he is working for the govt and making less than minimum wage. He couldn't let it go. I hope to see him again when he gets out in November.

I'm not telling to defend your self if he attacks you, but there are going consquences if you hit him.

On this same note I just met some guy in the apartment building i just moved into and he served 8 months for beating a guy that was trying to ROB him.