Based upon some discussion in another thread (and not wanting to swerve the thread), I'm wondering about folks' preferences in heavy bags. I'm not really looking for a specific brand, but for preferences (and the reasons for them) regarding bag weight, material, fill, etc.
I don't find a really heavy bag (someone mentioned a 350 lb. bag) is very true to punching a person, unless that person is a giant who is a world-class athlete. Most people that weight are softer than a 350-lb bag. Even a 70-lb bag (once it has settled) is pretty firm when you hit low, compared to most people.
So, what's your preference when you are working on a heavy bag? Why do you like what you like? What do you think makes it better for your training than the alternatives (lighter/heavier, etc.)?
I don't find a really heavy bag (someone mentioned a 350 lb. bag) is very true to punching a person, unless that person is a giant who is a world-class athlete. Most people that weight are softer than a 350-lb bag. Even a 70-lb bag (once it has settled) is pretty firm when you hit low, compared to most people.
So, what's your preference when you are working on a heavy bag? Why do you like what you like? What do you think makes it better for your training than the alternatives (lighter/heavier, etc.)?