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What does it mean?
Inanimate objects like boards cannot retaliate, unlike human opponents. This highlights a limitation in training methods.
In plain terms
Practice targets do not fight back.
What can you take from it?
Remember training tools lack real resistance.

Where it applies

  • martial arts training
  • skill assessment
  • sparring

Putting it to work

  • vary training methods
  • include live sparring
  • test against resistance

Questions to consider

  • What training lacks real resistance?
  • How do you test your skills?

Another view

This oversimplifies the value of target practice.

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