I lose because I'm bad at physical coordination, primarily. What's more, I think entirely too much, which slows down the part where I actually do anything. I blame, first of all, my natural inclination to overthink, but secondly, the fact that I came to be familiar with theoretical combat long before, you know, the practical side of it.
Well Mr. Ulfgard, recall this if ever it becomes important, there is the nose which is sensitive, the corners of the chin are a knockout button(jus put all you got I to it), the temples are dangerous, middle of the chest will deplete them of breath, and the kidneys(which are just below the ribcage and above the hip-bone, nearer to the back) these are the focus points, use them for victory. Think nothing, observe and let the savage inside you take over.
All very true. That said, as far as my hobby goes, I spend most of my time doing weapon-based WMA type stuff. But, thanks for the tips. Also, OH FUCK MY KIDNEYS! A kidney belt was the one of the first bits of armor I ever invested in, after a helmet and gauntlets. If you've ever spent a week pissing blood, you'll understand why.