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Old 02-06-2008, 02:23 PM   #1 (permalink)

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Height an Advantage?

Do you guys consider above-average height an advantage in a Mixed Martial Arts bout, Or any unarmed combat situation for that matter?
fighters that come to mind, (just in terms of height alone, not using that height to your advantage)
Kendall Grove
Corey Hill
Hong Man FUCKING GIGANTIC Choi

as stated above, I'm aware that these aren't stellar examples of someones height giving them the upper hand in a fight, but if you can, I'd like fighters who have.
or, any personal experience.
i myself am about 6 ft. tall, and I'm not sure if it gives me any kind of advantage, (at least rolling)
seeing as my sparring buddy is almost exactly as tall as me, and built the same.



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Old 02-06-2008, 02:26 PM   #2 (permalink)

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i'm 6-4 and i roll...its too easy for me to slap on a triangle. the smaller guys have a little more difficulty...i think it gives an advantage to a certain extent. but us tall guys also can be taken down easier....it all depends. i walk around at 210 and i can cut to 185. i kinda got jason macdonald's frame...i'm just not as ripped! lol!
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Old 02-06-2008, 02:26 PM   #3 (permalink)

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Standing up, height is a great advantage, on your back, not so much.
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