Obviously the famous Sylvester Stallone character "Rocky Balboa" was a partial inspiration, though my boxer character isn't directly based on Rocky. In addition, while boxing is practiced all over the world (and there's quite a few boxing manga/anime such a...
Many old-timers will tell you that the jab is the can-opener and the right hand is the spoon. I can tell you after all these years that they are definitely right. At the beginner level, you can pretty much win any fight just by masterfully throwing the good’ole 1-2 over and over ...
undeveloped muscles, or unknown punching secrets, you need to analyze your own mindset. The first question is, “What am I consciously doing anything to improve my handspeed when punching?” If you’ve never asked yourself this question before, the answer is probably “NO”. ...
Slipping is the art of defending against a punch by moving slightly out of the way instead of blocking it. It’s a very advanced maneuever because you have to get yourself entirely out of the way of the punch while keeping yourself in range to counter-punch. Just like how a knockout i...
is in the air you you got 0% weight on the back foot and are in free fall. there should be no weight on the back foot, your left in the air. you will fall for sure on your face if your left foot doesnt give you balance when it lands. there should be 0% weight on your back...
is in the air you you got 0% weight on the back foot and are in free fall. there should be no weight on the back foot, your left in the air. you will fall for sure on your face if your left foot doesnt give you balance when it lands. there should be 0% weight on your back...
An old adage many boxing trainers will tell you over and over! When used properly, slipping is a defensive tactic usedto counter-punch. Remember, the point of slipping is for you to put your opponent at a disadvantage and punish him with a counter-punch. Slipping a punch will free up ...