I think to answer this properly, we need to establish what "taking it" even means.
In my case (go check my profile out) I have an untrained belly and I don't flex it 99% of the time, unless my body flexes it as a reaction - technically speaking, I can't take any hits, in a real fight scenario or if I did not just meet up, giving someone consent to beat me up, being punched would mean "I'm done", because I can't breathe as good as before anymore, I'm feeling dizzy, my stomach starts to cramp. Reality is, I'm being forced to take the punches, no matter if I can handle them or not and over the course of a 1-2 hour session, yes I may have gotten 100+ soft to medium jabs to my belly, which in my condition still hurts, still knocks the wind out of me if placed right and still makes me go through cramps and pain.
If we are talking hard to very hard punches, then I do react very extreme, may even puke (not happened so far, but I get very close, you know the whole thick, warm saliva build up in your mouth) and I had my fair shares of getting the piss punched out of me, if a deep punched hit my navel or below the navel.
But would I say I can truly TAKE these punches? As in just walk it off? Nah.
Do I have a certain degree of "willpower" to let someone punch me in the stomach without blocking my body or doubling over? Sure. If that classifies as taking it, then I guess I can take some punches, for me personally though, I don't like to think of myself as being capable to take hits, I simply sit or half-lay down and get beaten up and if I stand at a wall, then I'm either held up/pushed up or someone else is holding me on my legs, because otherwise, I would probably struggle to stand after heavy hits.
Compared to someone who never trained OR got hit in the stomach though, I guess we do have a certain type of conditioning, even It's only the mind and knowing how to handle the pain of a fist hitting your stomach.
I agree w Gym Rat- Let's get real! I don't make comments any more because this is such BS so let's have a reality check- a professional championship boxing match is 15 rounds and lasts one hour; the men in the match have usually trained throwing & taking punches for years and are in great shape to do so, unlike most in the room. During a match, stats recording punches are given so when U wanna talk numbers, there are comparisons. And after a match, if it goes for any lengthy period, the men are beaten to exhaustion. So when guys say they have taken hundreds, I call your BS unless U give a time period to indicate how long the session was & it aint no continuous hour.
First, does the guy throwing the punch actually know how to throw a punch? & if so where? & how often? I've seen many videos- Coach Joe has sent me hundreds & I've watches several from this site & I gotta say in most of the videos I have seen, the punches are not as powerful as the guy who posts the video thinks. Second, if U are throwing punches, do U really think many men have the stamina to throw hundreds of punches? Get real Dudes- unless U are a trained boxer, no one is gonna throw hundreds of punches unless the period of time is extended; arms get tired- I took boxing for a couple of years & we trained for an hour & hit the heavy bag hundreds of times BUT there were breaks, intensity varied depending on the punch thrown & where & we were hitting a lifeless bag, not a gut, which leads to third- there is a difference in gut punching if you are using bare fists or gloves. Anyone who has a hit a hard gut with their fists for a prolonged period knows their knuckles can be bruised & sore so no one is gonna throw hundreds of punches for hours with their bare fists. & in so many videos, guys have to flex- someone is gonna tell me that men who flex are gonna take hundreds of punches like I have all day to wait for U to flex b4 I punch U? No, I don't. & somebody mentioned position- Dudes, there is a reason boxing matches are standing up, not in any other position- feel free to experiment but let's make accurate comparisons.
So make your ridiculous comments but every now & then, I'll call U on your BS if my blood boils. Oh yeah, I don't meet many men from this site but it doesn't mean I'm not wrestling or gut punching- just had a session w a guy who had a screen name of HardAbs- beautiful to look at but not so hard after all. He had fun punching me (he knew how to throw a punch) but for me, not so much- he couldn't take a punch. As Coach always said- there is muscle to show & muscle to go; thankfully w training from boxing & more so, from Coach Joe, I have both.
As for the guys who look like they been to the Golden Corral way too often, good luck w that- U are in a whole nother category.
Okay, I can only speak for myself. And I do this for the sake of me not being a BS guy. In 2021 I had a match against Joe1717 (you'll see him as a past opponent and a recommendation). I had a match with him in the ring, he was much bigger than me. There were moments he got me down flat so he could punch me. He was barefist. He dropped a lot of punches on me straddled over me. Our match was over an hour. We actually stopped because he was tired and wore out. He was amazed because he was keeping count of his punches ( I don't like soft ass punches, even if I do pro wrestling style). He said he threw over 200 punches to my abs. And when I say punches, I'm not talking soft ass punches, solid punches. You go and look at that guys size, I've gained weight recently but I was around 131lbs at that particular time. So what I speak of actually happened in a match and the opponent told me.
Ruinurabs was another. Not only has he hit my abs harder than anyone, he also threw a lot of punches. I don't really do gut punching sessions, but the one time I did for him. I really don't remember how many punches he threw at me, but I know Iasted about 1hr 15min. You'll have to ask hi how many punches, he might not remember either but he threw a lot. It could be around the same number as above or a little more. I'll admit he broke me, but his hands were also extremely red by the end.
Since I have experienced gym rat taking and giving abs workouts. I can say, yes he can withstand a good amount of abs punishment.
Yes I also agree, it depends on the puncher, the power of the punch, repeated target area and cadence.
hard to believe some can take the amount of punches described here,, no way I can take near that many, and past rivals I have boxed that beat me were fairly winded after they were done. I'm not saying there aren't guys that cant take or dish out these kind of beatings, just amazed after comparing them to the fights I've been in.
Eu posso fazer isso. Dar socos no seu estΓ΄mago para ver quanto tempo aguentarias πͺ. Enviei mensagem, porque estamos perto. Aceita meu punho π€ nessa barriguinha
Your stomach skin must have been nicely reddened after that! I love to gut slug a guy who is blindfolded. It is HOT! ππ»ππ»ππ»ππ»ππ»ππ»π₯΅π₯π₯
Hoping my last opponent's fists aren't sore anymore so he can come back and finish me off. He got me really good 4 days ago. This time I have my special stand-up gut destruction rack ( with ropes ) set up and ready.
The rack sounds HOT! The use of rope sounds great, you might want to use cuffs, also, so your Gut can be totally destroyed. Add a blindfold, too.
ENJOY! ππ»π₯π₯΅
Ich finde harte punches in die Gegend unterhalb des Nabels echt geil und habe da einige Erfahrungen.
Man muss aber trotzdem auf Innere Verletzungsgefahr achten.
I have a soft belly and I'm new to bellypunching/gutpunching so I'm usually done from 1 to 3 hard punches, but I like to take more of course. It's just that I chicken out too quick, by covering my belly or doubling over, so I need to be held or have my arms tied or something, otherwise I will never allow too many punches back to back.
I can take a lot of punches. But few guys ever punch hard enough. I enjoy the masculinity and strength of being able to take hard punches by a man who knows how to punch.
I usually want more even when I think I'm at my limit. I've only been doubled over from impact, not losing breath, a couple of times but stood up quickly so I could keep going. I've had many sessions go hours with a few breaks and changing roles. I'd be curious to see how long I could go in one session, maybe a stopwatch is needed...
Depends on how heavy the punches. Received one hour punches with gloves is a must, if the punch are not really tough. If I receive punch by a professional, I think one or several punches would be ko. Tied up and against the wall, receiving punches with no mercy that is really exited. I would like to try again.
Yeah, having you tied up against a wall would be essential. I use no gloves, just my bare knuckled fists. Aim for your NAVEL with some slugs to your lower abs. Don't stop until your stomach skin is totally reddened, about 8 hours worth. No mercy.
Having you tied up against a wall is best. Your arms outstretched, wrists tied TIGHT to the wall in restraints. Then work your ABS with bare knuckled fists for as long as you can take it. Aim for your NAVEL. YUM! ππ»ππ»π₯π₯΅
I'm not sure of an actual number, but based on my most recent session I can go roughly two hours with relatively little rest throughout. Probably in the triple digits anyway!
That sounds really HOT! π₯ The best setup to Gutpunch someone like you is to have you standing against a wall, your arms outstretched, wrists tied TIGHT to the wall in restraints. Then your Puncher can "have at it," slug your gut for hours. Watch your stomach skin become reddened, listen to your moans & groans of pain & pleasure..."bring it on!" Aim for your SEXY NAVEL, some slugs to your lower abs. YUM! ππ»π₯π₯΅
Are we talking gloved punches or bare fisted? And for me it also depends whether I am against a wall, free standing, hands restrained or not or laying down, in a hold etc.
I would want you standing against a wall, arms outstretched, wrists tied TIGHT to the wall in bondage. Then slug your gut with my bare knuckled fists. ππ» π₯π₯΅
I haven't counted, but I've taken punches continuously for close to an hour. Of course, I was black and blue and sore for a week afterwards. But it's nice to take something away from a session as a reminder. And I'm ready again.
I don't just stand and take punches, they take place in my matches when I'm pinned down, or tussling, worked in the corner or on the ropes, or double teamed (lol), it's in the hundreds.
Theres just a few on here that can double me up. You know who you are. 95% get tired and give up on
their punching. If your not pro boxer, MMA fighter or hard body builder yo aint gonna double me up! Give me a stomach ache? maybe...
Even from my first real fight when I was near 13, I've never been able to take much in the belly, a few low belly blows seem to take the fight out of me fast, saps my strength, and I stand there woozy, seeing stars.
as long as they are not given repeatedly, therefore without respite or one after the other, I can take several, and more than anything else in the stomach, above the navel, even up to ejaculate.
Krogdalo (1)
3/07/2023 11:16 AMI think to answer this properly, we need to establish what "taking it" even means.
In my case (go check my profile out) I have an untrained belly and I don't flex it 99% of the time, unless my body flexes it as a reaction - technically speaking, I can't take any hits, in a real fight scenario or if I did not just meet up, giving someone consent to beat me up, being punched would mean "I'm done", because I can't breathe as good as before anymore, I'm feeling dizzy, my stomach starts to cramp. Reality is, I'm being forced to take the punches, no matter if I can handle them or not and over the course of a 1-2 hour session, yes I may have gotten 100+ soft to medium jabs to my belly, which in my condition still hurts, still knocks the wind out of me if placed right and still makes me go through cramps and pain.
If we are talking hard to very hard punches, then I do react very extreme, may even puke (not happened so far, but I get very close, you know the whole thick, warm saliva build up in your mouth) and I had my fair shares of getting the piss punched out of me, if a deep punched hit my navel or below the navel.
But would I say I can truly TAKE these punches? As in just walk it off? Nah.
Do I have a certain degree of "willpower" to let someone punch me in the stomach without blocking my body or doubling over? Sure. If that classifies as taking it, then I guess I can take some punches, for me personally though, I don't like to think of myself as being capable to take hits, I simply sit or half-lay down and get beaten up and if I stand at a wall, then I'm either held up/pushed up or someone else is holding me on my legs, because otherwise, I would probably struggle to stand after heavy hits.
Compared to someone who never trained OR got hit in the stomach though, I guess we do have a certain type of conditioning, even It's only the mind and knowing how to handle the pain of a fist hitting your stomach.
Pwers1103 (3)
3/06/2023 9:16 AMI agree w Gym Rat- Let's get real! I don't make comments any more because this is such BS so let's have a reality check- a professional championship boxing match is 15 rounds and lasts one hour; the men in the match have usually trained throwing & taking punches for years and are in great shape to do so, unlike most in the room. During a match, stats recording punches are given so when U wanna talk numbers, there are comparisons. And after a match, if it goes for any lengthy period, the men are beaten to exhaustion. So when guys say they have taken hundreds, I call your BS unless U give a time period to indicate how long the session was & it aint no continuous hour.
First, does the guy throwing the punch actually know how to throw a punch? & if so where? & how often? I've seen many videos- Coach Joe has sent me hundreds & I've watches several from this site & I gotta say in most of the videos I have seen, the punches are not as powerful as the guy who posts the video thinks. Second, if U are throwing punches, do U really think many men have the stamina to throw hundreds of punches? Get real Dudes- unless U are a trained boxer, no one is gonna throw hundreds of punches unless the period of time is extended; arms get tired- I took boxing for a couple of years & we trained for an hour & hit the heavy bag hundreds of times BUT there were breaks, intensity varied depending on the punch thrown & where & we were hitting a lifeless bag, not a gut, which leads to third- there is a difference in gut punching if you are using bare fists or gloves. Anyone who has a hit a hard gut with their fists for a prolonged period knows their knuckles can be bruised & sore so no one is gonna throw hundreds of punches for hours with their bare fists. & in so many videos, guys have to flex- someone is gonna tell me that men who flex are gonna take hundreds of punches like I have all day to wait for U to flex b4 I punch U? No, I don't. & somebody mentioned position- Dudes, there is a reason boxing matches are standing up, not in any other position- feel free to experiment but let's make accurate comparisons.
So make your ridiculous comments but every now & then, I'll call U on your BS if my blood boils. Oh yeah, I don't meet many men from this site but it doesn't mean I'm not wrestling or gut punching- just had a session w a guy who had a screen name of HardAbs- beautiful to look at but not so hard after all. He had fun punching me (he knew how to throw a punch) but for me, not so much- he couldn't take a punch. As Coach always said- there is muscle to show & muscle to go; thankfully w training from boxing & more so, from Coach Joe, I have both.
As for the guys who look like they been to the Golden Corral way too often, good luck w that- U are in a whole nother category.
TakeThePunchesAI (13)
3/06/2023 1:39 PM(In reply to this)
Okay, I can only speak for myself. And I do this for the sake of me not being a BS guy. In 2021 I had a match against Joe1717 (you'll see him as a past opponent and a recommendation). I had a match with him in the ring, he was much bigger than me. There were moments he got me down flat so he could punch me. He was barefist. He dropped a lot of punches on me straddled over me. Our match was over an hour. We actually stopped because he was tired and wore out. He was amazed because he was keeping count of his punches ( I don't like soft ass punches, even if I do pro wrestling style). He said he threw over 200 punches to my abs. And when I say punches, I'm not talking soft ass punches, solid punches. You go and look at that guys size, I've gained weight recently but I was around 131lbs at that particular time. So what I speak of actually happened in a match and the opponent told me.
Ruinurabs was another. Not only has he hit my abs harder than anyone, he also threw a lot of punches. I don't really do gut punching sessions, but the one time I did for him. I really don't remember how many punches he threw at me, but I know Iasted about 1hr 15min. You'll have to ask hi how many punches, he might not remember either but he threw a lot. It could be around the same number as above or a little more. I'll admit he broke me, but his hands were also extremely red by the end.
gymrat (37)
3/04/2023 2:12 PMlet's be real. The number is immaterial. One has to factor in the force and cadence...
My answer is "a lot"
Challenge3 (49)
3/04/2023 3:15 PM(In reply to this)
Since I have experienced gym rat taking and giving abs workouts. I can say, yes he can withstand a good amount of abs punishment.
Yes I also agree, it depends on the puncher, the power of the punch, repeated target area and cadence.
Gut Challenge (4)
3/05/2023 9:15 PM(In reply to this)
Yes - I usually take 60 or more punches. But from Challenge3 I caved in at 25. It's the POWER IN THE PUNCHES, not the amount
PUNCHED AND PINNED (1)
3/03/2023 1:57 PMhard to believe some can take the amount of punches described here,, no way I can take near that many, and past rivals I have boxed that beat me were fairly winded after they were done. I'm not saying there aren't guys that cant take or dish out these kind of beatings, just amazed after comparing them to the fights I've been in.
AquaDomain0 (0)
3/02/2023 5:19 AMI have never been punched in the gut, but I think I could take many punches, no matter how hard or deep they would be.
Irongut (0)
3/07/2023 10:11 AM(In reply to this)
Eu posso fazer isso. Dar socos no seu estΓ΄mago para ver quanto tempo aguentarias πͺ. Enviei mensagem, porque estamos perto. Aceita meu punho π€ nessa barriguinha
hardabs1 (23)
2/14/2023 8:53 AMI took 500 good solid punches during the Super Bowl. All while blindfolded! Best Super Bowl ever!
GPNavelPuncher (0)
2/14/2023 10:13 AM(In reply to this)
Your stomach skin must have been nicely reddened after that! I love to gut slug a guy who is blindfolded. It is HOT! ππ»ππ»ππ»ππ»ππ»ππ»π₯΅π₯π₯
Gut Challenge (4)
2/13/2023 5:21 PMHoping my last opponent's fists aren't sore anymore so he can come back and finish me off. He got me really good 4 days ago. This time I have my special stand-up gut destruction rack ( with ropes ) set up and ready.
GPNavelPuncher (0)
2/14/2023 10:26 AM(In reply to this)
The rack sounds HOT! The use of rope sounds great, you might want to use cuffs, also, so your Gut can be totally destroyed. Add a blindfold, too.
ENJOY! ππ»π₯π₯΅
Gut Challenge (4)
3/05/2023 9:17 PM(In reply to this)
I'll take 60 from you GUARANTEED
Challenge3 (49)
2/13/2023 1:02 PMOne question,
Where are all the fit 6 pack opponents? Are they not able to compete in a gut punching contest?
GutpuncherCH (0)
2/13/2023 10:58 AMIch finde harte punches in die Gegend unterhalb des Nabels echt geil und habe da einige Erfahrungen.
Man muss aber trotzdem auf Innere Verletzungsgefahr achten.
Gut Challenge (4)
2/12/2023 5:12 PMI've taken 200 punches during a 2 on 1 about 3 months ago.
Krogdalo (1)
11/29/2022 3:19 PMDepends on the guy punching me.
I have a soft belly and I'm new to bellypunching/gutpunching so I'm usually done from 1 to 3 hard punches, but I like to take more of course. It's just that I chicken out too quick, by covering my belly or doubling over, so I need to be held or have my arms tied or something, otherwise I will never allow too many punches back to back.
Wiesel 65xxx (2)
12/02/2022 10:42 AM(In reply to this)
@Krogdalo: Let's give a try.
Krogdalo (1)
12/03/2022 4:17 PM(In reply to this)
If you don't mind punching a soft belly, sure.
We can probably work out a session.
ozkickboxingalpha (0)
11/22/2022 8:45 PMI can take a lot of punches. But few guys ever punch hard enough. I enjoy the masculinity and strength of being able to take hard punches by a man who knows how to punch.
GPNavelPuncher (0)
2/14/2023 10:21 AM(In reply to this)
Nice tat on your bicep. You should get another tat, this one around your NAVEL. Guys would punch you harder, using it as a target. ππ»π₯π₯΅
BigScorpio55 (5 )
11/11/2022 11:46 PMAbout 3 rounds
gutpunchmx (0)
11/11/2022 4:07 PMI can take four hours
davidjr4u (3)
11/11/2022 4:15 PM(In reply to this)
It would be great to see videos of your sessions!
Rt ND Guts (4)
11/10/2022 12:16 PMI don't count. But normally we go in rounds of either two or three minutes.
Gut Challenge (4)
2/12/2023 5:14 PM(In reply to this)
HOT. We need to get together. Bring ropes.
belly punching (0 )
11/05/2022 10:57 PMTwenty punch
Gut Challenge (4)
2/12/2023 5:15 PM(In reply to this)
20 punches is just a warm-up for me !!!
Kureitondesu (14 )
11/03/2022 8:30 PMI usually want more even when I think I'm at my limit. I've only been doubled over from impact, not losing breath, a couple of times but stood up quickly so I could keep going. I've had many sessions go hours with a few breaks and changing roles. I'd be curious to see how long I could go in one session, maybe a stopwatch is needed...
gpso (0)
11/03/2022 6:21 PMDepends on how heavy the punches. Received one hour punches with gloves is a must, if the punch are not really tough. If I receive punch by a professional, I think one or several punches would be ko. Tied up and against the wall, receiving punches with no mercy that is really exited. I would like to try again.
GPNavelPuncher (0)
2/14/2023 10:39 AM(In reply to this)
Yeah, having you tied up against a wall would be essential. I use no gloves, just my bare knuckled fists. Aim for your NAVEL with some slugs to your lower abs. Don't stop until your stomach skin is totally reddened, about 8 hours worth. No mercy.
Punchfitguy (1)
2/13/2023 1:35 PM(In reply to this)
I would be more than happy to give you a no mercy ab punching session..
GPNavelPuncher (0)
11/11/2022 10:07 AM(In reply to this)
Having you tied up against a wall is best. Your arms outstretched, wrists tied TIGHT to the wall in restraints. Then work your ABS with bare knuckled fists for as long as you can take it. Aim for your NAVEL. YUM! ππ»ππ»π₯π₯΅
PunchingBag (1 )
11/03/2022 6:42 AMI'm not sure of an actual number, but based on my most recent session I can go roughly two hours with relatively little rest throughout. Probably in the triple digits anyway!
GPNavelPuncher (0)
11/03/2022 11:08 AM(In reply to this)
That sounds really HOT! π₯ The best setup to Gutpunch someone like you is to have you standing against a wall, your arms outstretched, wrists tied TIGHT to the wall in restraints. Then your Puncher can "have at it," slug your gut for hours. Watch your stomach skin become reddened, listen to your moans & groans of pain & pleasure..."bring it on!" Aim for your SEXY NAVEL, some slugs to your lower abs. YUM! ππ»π₯π₯΅
Luctator (3)
11/02/2022 8:00 PMAre we talking gloved punches or bare fisted? And for me it also depends whether I am against a wall, free standing, hands restrained or not or laying down, in a hold etc.
GPNavelPuncher (0)
11/03/2022 11:12 AM(In reply to this)
I would want you standing against a wall, arms outstretched, wrists tied TIGHT to the wall in bondage. Then slug your gut with my bare knuckled fists. ππ» π₯π₯΅
Luctator (3)
11/04/2022 9:25 PM(In reply to this)
Bring it on man!
GPNavelPuncher (0)
11/11/2022 10:11 AM(In reply to this)
I would love to "bring it on" but I am in USA πΊπΈ. Keep trying!ππ»ππ»π₯π₯΅
Challenge3 (49)
11/02/2022 8:09 PM(In reply to this)
Everything you mentioned, im in for.
Gut Challenge (4)
2/12/2023 5:19 PM(In reply to this)
Challenge3 has a TOUGH set of abs. I couldn't break him - even with 125 punches
BobsFolly (0)
11/02/2022 5:25 PMI haven't counted, but I've taken punches continuously for close to an hour. Of course, I was black and blue and sore for a week afterwards. But it's nice to take something away from a session as a reminder. And I'm ready again.
stomachpunch (5)
11/02/2022 7:17 PM(In reply to this)
I wish I was one of your hitters.
BobsFolly (0)
11/03/2022 4:01 AM(In reply to this)
I wish you weren't thousands of miles away.
TakeThePunchesAI (13)
11/02/2022 1:36 PMI don't just stand and take punches, they take place in my matches when I'm pinned down, or tussling, worked in the corner or on the ropes, or double teamed (lol), it's in the hundreds.
YoungMuscle (1 )
11/02/2022 7:15 PM(In reply to this)
100s :) I wanna try
Gut Challenge (4)
2/13/2023 2:50 PM(In reply to this)
You should ck out ITALIAN GIVER. He can definitely destroy those abs. HIGHLY recommend him. He has conquered my gut MANY times. He is in OHIO.
Challenge3 (49)
2/13/2023 3:23 PM(In reply to this)
Hahaha, ill consider this.
TakeThePunchesAI (13)
11/02/2022 7:45 PM(In reply to this)
You not in my state man π
Gut Challenge (4)
2/13/2023 3:32 PM(In reply to this)
That post was meant for YOUNG MUSCLE - not you.
Gut Challenge (4)
2/13/2023 3:24 PM(In reply to this)
That reply was meant for YOUNG MUSCLE.
Challenge3 (49)
11/02/2022 4:49 PM(In reply to this)
Yes, ttp, you are right, the best way to get your abs worked over is while wrestling. And yes I bet it's in the hundreds.
mikey3458 (25 )
3/03/2023 6:20 AM(In reply to this)
Hey, challenge, maybe you and I could do some wrestling with a lot of gut punching. We are close to each other.
jed7720 (13)
11/01/2022 7:31 PMTheres just a few on here that can double me up. You know who you are. 95% get tired and give up on
their punching. If your not pro boxer, MMA fighter or hard body builder yo aint gonna double me up! Give me a stomach ache? maybe...
PUNCHED AND PINNED (1)
11/01/2022 12:36 PMEven from my first real fight when I was near 13, I've never been able to take much in the belly, a few low belly blows seem to take the fight out of me fast, saps my strength, and I stand there woozy, seeing stars.
Jigglybelly251 (0)
11/04/2022 8:29 PM(In reply to this)
I can definitely relate to that.
Challenge3 (49)
11/01/2022 9:48 AMI would like to see how many one can take. Test their endurance
stomachpunch (5)
11/01/2022 8:26 AMas long as they are not given repeatedly, therefore without respite or one after the other, I can take several, and more than anything else in the stomach, above the navel, even up to ejaculate.
big belly art (0)
10/31/2022 9:18 PMwhen I started four or five punches did me in, now I love it and can take at least a dozen punches before I feel like collapsing