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How to Counter the Jab: 8 Techniques for Better Boxing Defense

In boxing, the jab is considered the most important punch. They say if you can’t establish the jab, you won’t land anything else. That adage says a lot about boxing defense, too: if you can shut down your opponent’s jab, you effectively shut down their offense (or at least reduce it to low-percentage Hail-Mary hay-makers thrown from too … Read more

How to Parry Punches: 10 Tips for Better Boxing Defense

Knowing how to parry punches will help you in any combat scenario, whether that’s dojo kumite or Vegas Money fight. If you had to rank the value of different techniques, parrying would be way up on boxing’s defensive hierarchy. Parrying offers more protection, hand control, and counter punching options than blocking or slipping, and being on the “receiving … Read more

How to Block Punches Like a Pro

Learning how to block punches early in your boxing, muay thai, or MMA training is critical. Having a reliable and energy-efficient guard to fall back on makes sparring a lot less stressful for beginners, which speeds up the entire learning process. It’s generally understood that the sooner you develop your guard and learn how to … Read more

Cloak and Dagger: How to Land More Punches in Boxing and MMA

Today we’re going to teach you how to land more punches using a time-honoured fight strategy that applies to any martial art. The best techniques are universal, meaning they’ll work equally well in the cage, ring, or piste, so we’ve combined MMA film study and fencing philosophy to highlight a boxing technique we like to … Read more

Boxing Film Study for Beginners

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“Film study” is more than just a fancy term for watching fights. When done right, boxing film study is one of the best tools you can use to pick up new techniques, develop training drills, and increase your fight IQ. As an exercise, it’s useful for anyone with an interest in boxing, and essential for those without regular access to a … Read more

Warrior Punch Podcast #4: 10 Ways to Throw the Jab

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​In today’s extra-long episode, we ​spotlight 10 types of jabs that you can use to set up power shots, inflict damage, and score safely.  WPP#4 features Paulie Malignaggi, Jeff Mayweather, Mike Ruiz, Lamont Peterson, Freddie Roach, and Errol Spence Jr. If you liked the show, be sure to ​follow us on Stitcher​​ or subscribe on … Read more

How to Feint in Boxing: 12 Key Concepts and Drills

In my opinion, the fastest way to learn how to feint in boxing is to study as many different sources as you can, even if you have a great trainer. Why?Because studying different teaching perspectives broadens your understanding and eliminates blind spots in your technique. You’ll get a glimpse of the different styles and tactics … Read more

Warrior Punch Podcast #2: Boxing Rhythm for Beginners

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Episode 2 of the Warrior Punch Podcast is LIVE! Today’s episode is all about boxing rhythm for beginners. Learn how to improve your boxing defense, footwork, feints, head movement, and connect percentage while saving energy, all by incorporating two simple boxing rhythms: the “linear rhythm” and the “turning rhythm.” Please direct any questions to our Facebook page … Read more

How to Increase Punching Power: Boxing ‘Brakes’ + More

Once you’ve built a solid base with our beginner weight training program, you’re ready to focus on building some sport-specific qualities that are known to increase punching power. Today’s post is all about how to increase punching power in the weight room by focusing on two underappreciated forms of strength: grip and deceleration. Read on … Read more

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