The sweet science of boxing is not getting hit. The sport is only possible if you know how to react when you are hit. Although it's almost impossible to avoid being hit by a punch, these simple techniques can help you reduce your risk of being struck by the opponent's punches. One classic technique is the pull counter, which Floyd Mayweather popularized. It involves taking a small step backwards to avoid an opponent's punch and then springing forward. You can capitalize on a missed opponent’s shot by using your back foot for a springboard. Then, you can move forward. This can often help you win the fight.
You can also avoid getting hit with a punch by simply smothering your opponent. This technique involves getting too close to your opponent and projecting your chest onto their head. This can stop your opponent from punching you, but it should be avoided. It is better to move you back foot the same way as your lead. Your goal when you smother is to prevent your opponent from reaching your throat or grasping your weapon.
Avoiding a punch landing on you is the key to avoiding it. To counter a punch, you must not slip and avoid being hit. You should use quick movements, balance, and avoid being caught by the striker. Although there are many ways to avoid a punch, these are the best. The techniques below will allow you to box at your best.
Slipping is an important technique in boxing. This technique allows you maneuver around your opponent while not being hit. The less likely you are to be struck, the more slips can you make. Mike Tyson (Muhammad Ali) and Mike Tyson were the first to use this technique. By slipping, you are able to move your head and upper body back, and reduce the force of your opponent's punches.
A good stance is key to avoiding being hit with a punch. A bad stance could result in a missed punch. For the best hit avoidance, it is essential to have correct stances. This technique is also known by the rabbit punch. The rabbit punch is illegal. However, hook and uppercut are legal. These techniques can be used to block punches.
Shoulder roll - The shoulder roll involves the fighter stretching one arm across their middle. Doing this will enable them to dodge a punch and to shift their weight from the one foot to another. The shoulder roll is also known to be the'shoulderroll' in boxing. The defensive strategy for boxing is incomplete without the shoulder roll.