[ She wasn't, after all, really trying to beat him to a pulp, so it's a good sign that he didn't find it too arduous. She even gets the sense that she might have had to put in some effort if she really intended to pulverize him. ]

You can't learn if you're unconscious.

[ She nods sagely. ]

I think there are some things you'll continue to want a training partner for... and some things you can practice on your own. For instance, there's no substitute for the feeling of being attacked. It's something you should get comfortable with.

[ Maybe he can become someone's training dummy and/or target practice... ]

Alone, you can practice being able to maneuver your weapon from any angle, especially on your offhanded side. And [solemnly,] it never hurts to practice your running.