Can you work somone over hardcore if they are in a body shield?

Question

The thick stuff here people practice punching ribs abs chest and kidney "boxing MMA"

Answer 1

dude- all you got to do is go to a boxing gym.  Or you-tube it, you are bound to see it.  

Happens, and frequently, too!

Boxers do it, as do Muay Thai boxers.

Answer 2

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