Had a good practice last night. We had one other knight out and a few long time players.
During one of my sets with the other knight I was working on a tight leg wrap. I would throw it and be pummeled. I was on the tired end of the spectrum but it was ridiculous. Close. Low wrap. Pummel.
I became aware that I was throwing that wrap, but I was looking at it. seeing how it traveled, watching it hit his shield. When I knew this I could correct it.
My last fight in the set was so much better. Close, low wrap, low wrap. I was able to stay in. Stay aware of my opponent and finally land the shot. Then while in range I let myself relax a little, look for an opening, become less aware. I got popped in the face for it.
For this awareness has two components.
1) Be aware of what you are doing. What is working, what isn't, how can I change that.
2) Being aware of my opponent. watching what they are doing. Keeping my defense in the game.
If #2 lapses I lose. If #2 happens I can less effectively work on shots.
If #1 happens practice just becomes a big non directed sparring session.
