Re: Fencing- what weapon is the most fun?
Gamblore,
I don't find fencing to be all that great in terms of developing overall fitness. For everything above the waist, the muscle and nerve training your body receives is very specific and asymmetrical. You'll definitely strengthen your glutes, thighs and calves. Also, I do believe that the more intense pace of saber makes higher demands on your footwork than foil. But, really, you should be hitting the gym and doing footwork-only practice in addition to bouting and weapon drills, no matter which weapon you fence.
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