Can you make progress by sparring against lower level guys ?

[Laza]

My back is hurt so i started sparring with some of my friends while i'm recovering , can i still make some progress even though i am beating them easily ?

[meremortal]

Work on your defensive skills instead of constantly pressing the attack.

[BuakawBanchamek]

Yes you can but if you fight offensively you are better off to just work on the heavybag.

Work your defense, slipping, bobbing & weaving, blocking shots, pary shots etc.

Or train your footwork against them

[_original_]

Yes you can but if you fight offensively you are better off to just work on the heavybag.

Work your defense, slipping, bobbing & weaving, blocking shots, pary shots etc.

Or train your footwork against them

This. I usually just employ a stiff jab and the occasional body shot to keep these guys honest, but they're good for defense/footwork especially since many come at you awkwardly.

[BG_Knocc_Out]

It'd be a good time to practice maneuvers/techniques.