I just started sparring again with my old sparring partner after a year and a half off(I had a child and started my counseling practice). Anyway, my skills were okay, but man was it hard to relax. The thing is I am in good general shape. I went four rounds and died. When I was training before, I could go 8-9 rounds. Has anyone else had this problem when returning? I know it will come back, but very frustrating.
I just came back today. Did 3 nonconsecutive 3 minute rounds. The other guy had 9 fights and weighed 220 (he's a bit overweight though), and he did 7 straight rounds after a month off. I was gassed badly and getting rocked frequently. But I still got my shots in and did well. Get your fitness up to speed (biggest issue probably) and just keep working your basics and the rest should come back to you quickly.
