Boxing Punches
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You can't win if you don't punch!
There are four basic offensive moves in boxing:
- the jab (Register a Free Silver Account to access),
- straight right (or left) (Register a Free Silver Account to access),
- hook (left and right) (Register Gold Account to access), and
- uppercut (left and right) (Register Gold Account to access).
These boxing punches can be delivered anywhere above the waist and it is best to mix up where they are delivered.
You cannot win a battle without a great offense. You can have the best defense in the world, never allowing your opponent to hit you, but you cannot win if you don't hit him. That of course is where these boxing punches come in.
A couple of things you want to remember when thinking about the offensive part of your game. First, you always want to keep your opponent guessing. The worst thing you can do is forecast your punches or get in the habit of delivering the same punches in the same order over and over again. If your opponent is any good, he will quickly pick up on it and the effectiveness of your offense will be diminished if not completely obliterated.
You can forecast your punches in a variety of ways. Most common are wide sweeping punches and dropping your shoulder to kind of wind up and punch. All signs of a true beginner and not what you want to be known as. You have to watch other things as well like your breathing, facial expressions, head movement, the list goes on and on. Put on your poker face when you enter the ring.
Second, don't always focus on delivering the power punch. Have them at the ready but give a constant barrage of jabs. These smaller hits over the course of a fight can do a tonne of damage, don't take a lot of energy, and can win the fight for you.
So, with those points in mind, let's get technical. Oh, and one other note, I'm going to describe the punches for right hander's, that is left foot forward. If you're a left hander, please don't feel offended, just reverse the instructions.
A final note on breathing. Don't hold your breath, which, believe it or not, is the natural thing to do when you punch. With every punch breathe out through pursed lips making a quick short "fffffff" sound. This ensures you are breathing and aids in your power distribution. It's like karate guys yelling whenever they punch or kick. Kind of centers you...if that makes any sense.
One last thing to mention. Never forget about the hand which is not punching. It is a common error, especially for beginners to forget about the hand which is supposed to be guarding when the other is punching. This is especially obvious while throwing the jab with the left hand. Watch yourself in the mirror and you will be sure to notice that while you are jabbing with the left, your right mysteriously slides down to chest height instead of being up protecting the chin.
It's natural, gravity is pulling at it all the time, but everyone, especially in the beginning has to make a conscious effort to keep their hands up where they should be. Don't worry, it's even harder to remember when you have both hands flying out delivering combinations as we'll see next.
Give the 12 Week Boxing Training Plan a try or the How to Box 10 in 10 System and learn how to lose up to 10lbs in just 10 days.
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new boxer
hello im new to the sport and i am planing on going far with it but ive been informed that women dont do as well as men in the sport i want to prove many people wrong and make this a profession i love to learn and wld like as much info on boxing but im confused on where to start ive youtubed laila ali videos very interesting but i dont know what to look for in each one i attend boxing lessons twice a week very physical information now i want to work on the mental part! oh yea i wear prescription contacts so im in the process of tryin to prove u wrong lol..please reply on any websites or info for an up && coming professional woman's boxer!
Women's Boxing
My impression is that when people say that women don't do as well as men, they aren't talking skill level, they are talking about financial prospects. The market, interest and payouts in women's pro boxing are less than that of men's boxing, even at the highest levels.
That isn't meant to discourage you, only to give you an idea of the reality of the situation in your chosen profession. At the highest levels, I'm sure you can provide a nice lifestyle for yourself. The road to get to those levels might be long and arduous. Keep that in mind.
If you're working with a boxing coach, just keep up the practice. For mental reps, I would often try watch fights and try to break a fighter down on my own, without commentary. Later, I'll listen again with the commentary or read reviews of the bout to see how I did. It helps keep your mind active and helps you start to see and create your own strategies.
Of course, there's always the How To Box 12 week course. It's designed for beginners and will give you a solid roadmap to follow as you're learning the sport.
Finally, the gym is your lab. That's the best place to try things out physically. Choose things to work on from time to time during your sparring sessions and drill work. Pick a day and decide you are going to work on defense and counterpunching, Another time work on throwing a certain combination, or say you're going to throw 5 punches every time you let your hands go, or maybe you're going to throw volume punches. Work on stuff you are weak on or maybe you keep getting caught with. Whatever it is, you're only limited by your imagination.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask.
Hello, i am doin boxin
Hello, i am doin boxin
oh right
oh right
The hand is quicker than the eye.
Is it possible to explain how the hand is quiker than the eye and how to deal with the punch you cannot see coming?. Your defence must be good of course but how do you take advantage of this physiological fact. I assume that combinations and power punching produce this knock out punch. Dennis
The eye wins the race
Hi Dennis, great question, but I'm curious as to why you think it is physiological fact that the hand is quicker than the eye. I've been wrong before, but I'm 99% certain that it's the other way around and haven't been able to find anything that says otherwise. Anyways, I did up a detailed post to explain this in more depth and hopefully help you out. You can take a look at it here - Boxing Tip #23 - How to See a Punch Coming.
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Hello, My name is Chey Brook. Im 17 with a want and will and need to do something with the anger that I hide so very well. I notice that everytime I get mad I want to simply PUNCH the hell out of a body. But I've never been in a fight in my life with anybody but family. I dont want to fight people that dont deserve what I know I can lay on them. But I would love to use it as a self defense skill. I hide the way I feel very well. So "snapping" on people is not my thing. Point me in the beginners direction PLEASE! I have no money and I've been homeless more than i've had a place to live. Im suprised I've been as well off as I have being with circumstances i've been in. But I just want some beginners help. Im not asking for any special treatment. Im just dandy doing things myself =D Please and thank you for any help you might provide.
The greatest sport
I go way back.. I love the sport..I do not want to sit around like retired people do...I watch classic boxing matches.like Ali. Foreman, Louis , etc the sport in the day was only second to baseball...I love hitting the bag...since I am older I get black and blue marks on my arms..doctor says I am in good shape need the exercises and tips to keep me going thanks Phil
nice ..i thought i must hold
nice ..i thought i must hold my breath to avoid bodyshot?
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