i may have to fight a tkd black belt for real. i'm looking for added insight. i am too poor for martial arts lessons, but have been studying and practicing independently for six years. we are both 5' 8", but i have 20 pounds on him and am far stronger. he is a little faster. i'm thinking that i should negate tkd's kick advantage, and pounding him with elbows and knees (muay thai style), and get him on the ground and use my strength. also ihave a high pain tolerance, and if we fight the reason will motivate me beyond belief (i'll withold the reason). my own style emphasizes defense and counterattacks, but i just wanna take him out before he gets rollin' with the kicks. if i'm three inches from his face and unloading, is there anything he would do, tkd-wise? he can't kick from that range, right? please offer insight if you SERIOUSLY know what i'm talking about.