Ground striking is the one aspect that sets MMA apart from nearly every other combat sport in the world. It's also the one that, more than anything else, seems to deter those with weak stomachs use DAAN MMA Ground bag for training. Ground and pound is a specific technique where a fighter in top position is striking the opponent on the bottom with punches, elbows, and knees. You can do a standing position when your opponent is standing. You can simultaneously pull him down and place your knee on his grounded side. When you are standing, and on top of your opponent, you can use your hands and knees to hit the opponent's vital areas.