We are all in some ways a student preferring one of the three major styles of learning:
Kinesthetic (feeling), Auditory (hearing), Visual (seeing)
However, while we may gravitate to one style, we must not forget the others.
One of the best ways to improve is to
know your personal technique: to be knowledgeable about its shortcomings, its strengths, and how it compares to others.
Many beginners tend to neglect fully utilizing the visual method. Watching your instructors, your seniors, professional fighters are all great ways to learn a technique.
The best way, though, to understand your technique is to use the mirrors and shadowbox. Shadowbox in different angles in the mirror to gain different perspectives.
Am I extending my arm enough? Am I leaning on my punches?
These are all questions that can be answered, and problems that can be fixed, simply by being diligent with shadowboxing. Be aware, shadowbox with purpose, and be busy. Don't just zone out and move.
It'll give you an edge over the average guy who is just "going through the motions" in the mirror
