Counter punching is an effective method of boxing, seen chiefly with experienced and technical fighters. In order to counter an opponent effectively, a boxer must lay traps and use his superior knowledge to lead the dance and catch the opponent once he falls...

When two athletes meet in the middle of the ring it often becomes a game of who can land the more effective strikes. Getting in close to your opponent so you can execute a knockout, can sometimes prove to be a difficult task....

  The mental side of boxing was always a controversial topic, everybody knew the effects it had on a fight, but not everybody gave it attention. Although it is totally normal to slack mentally and give up a little or feel emotional and...

  When you hear the word "footwork" most will immediately picture someone bouncing on their feet like Willie Pep, Sugar Ray Leonard, or Ali. But cutting the ring off and knowing where to position yourself using your feet relative to the opponent's feet...

Inside fighting is one of the most exciting styles to watch in boxing; when both boxers get in close on each other, fight fans know that there will be action. A good inside fighter looks to pressure the opponent and overwhelm him with...

  The right hand is one of the first strike practitioners learn in their boxing journey. Throwing the right hand is one of the most satisfying punches to throw as they are powerful and look good when you work them on the heavy...

Throwing a good jab-Cross or a one-two if using the number system is fundamental in boxing. When learning how to punch the first day in training you will probably be shown a one-two. There are good variations of a one-two and you need...

In boxing, defense is everything, but we have different types of defense, and we need to be well-rounded and good with all of them. Each type of defense gives us a unique benefit, as it can create an opening so we can move...

The Peekaboo is one of the most exciting styles in boxing history. It’s a devastating style made known by the legend “Iron Mike Tyson,” who has left a mark on the boxing world and showed us how beautiful the violence in boxing could...

  Timing is the key to an effective boxer, as it doesn’t require speed nor power; it only requires the ability to read your opponent and anticipate his move at the right moment for a maximum impact.   Besides just being an effective...

  Inside fighting is one of the most challenging positions in combat sports. It's a game of inches, and you can not make mistakes in the inside game. Drilling the position of the inside game is essential to have, and The consequences are...

IT’S TIME TO ADMIT IT - YOU’RE JABBING WRONG AND YOU HAVE A PROBLEM    The first step in fixing your jab is admitting that you have a problem. It’s most likely a bad habit. Habits.  "In life you're gonna develop good ones...

When it comes to inside fighting, it can be hard to find an opening to land your shots. For the most part when it comes to infighting, especially in boxing, you and your opponent are so close, usually with your guards up, that...

When it comes to fighting, there's a lot of talk about the different ways to hit your opponent. This is because everyone wants to hit a person, a bag, some mitts and maybe even their shadow. What there is a lot less talk...

Walking Into The Fire When people think of boxing, or striking in general, they often think of the knockouts. There’s a visceral appeal to the flashy, high momentum, maximum extension moves that can send one combatant reeling back to the canvas. If you...

Whether or not you like fighting on the inside, you are probably going to end up there, even if you don’t try to. If you're a taller fighter, most of the people you either spar or compete against are going to want to...

Having the ability to set traps while in the ring or in the octagon can dramatically change the outcome of a fight. Take for example George Foreman against heavyweight champion Michael Moorer in 1994. Foreman was 45 years old at the time and...

Ring generalship is one of the most important aspects of boxing. It is the way boxing bouts are usually determined. By looking at who is the ring general in a fight, we can tell who’s got the upper hand.   But what is...

Fighting on the inside can be pretty dangerous and nerve wracking. The thing about it is that if you’re fighting on the inside not so intelligently, you will probably just be landing on your opponent’s arms rather than the body or the head. ...

 What’s All The Noise About? Two brothers from the social media world have been making waves in boxing. Logan and Jake Paul rose to fame through platforms like Vine, YouTube, and through acting roles on the Disney Channel. Since they burst on the...