Interesting thread Personally, I don't think so. Knowing weaknesses and being able to exploit them are two different things. Most people know the basic weaknesses like the groin/eyes, but probably don't know how to set up a strike or close the distance. However, my knowledge of anatomy/physiology and kinesiology has helped me immensely in addition to my martial arts training. It helps me deconstruct a technique and understand how it works.123