I've noticed that alot of boxers that use the high guard will protect the sides of their heads (or just the chin area) but leave the top open.
Example:
Canelo and GGG both do this and this is very common with other boxers too.
I know that the top is the hardest part of your head, but these guys get hit flush with jabs and straights. Does it not hurt / rock these guys? Is this a tolerance you build up over years of boxing?
Personally when I'm using the high guard and the other guy is hitting hard, I can still feel the shock transferring to me. Can't imagine just straight up absorbing it like these guys.
Example:
Canelo and GGG both do this and this is very common with other boxers too.
I know that the top is the hardest part of your head, but these guys get hit flush with jabs and straights. Does it not hurt / rock these guys? Is this a tolerance you build up over years of boxing?
Personally when I'm using the high guard and the other guy is hitting hard, I can still feel the shock transferring to me. Can't imagine just straight up absorbing it like these guys.