How to create an impenetrable defense
Being a great fighter and especially being a great boxer requires much more than just being able to throw solid punches. Patience is ultimately what will separate the winners from the losers and knowledge is up there. In boxing, one must be able to land solid punches, block them but also be quick. Patience comes from observing the opponent and perfectly planning what the next plan of attack will be.
How do you go about creating an impenetrable defense? Basically, there are three main key points, which are: moving your head, blocking any punch thrown, and graceful footwork. By graceful footwork, this means defensive footwork, footwork goes along with the importance of maintaining proper posture throughout the match.
Some people may find it difficult to pick one technique and go with it. It may not immediately work to one’s advantage, but it is very easy to get caught up in trying to impress everyone with numerous techniques and in turn have an adverse effect. A brief explanation of the three points is below.
Moving your head from side to side has to be literally the easiest way to protect yourself in a match. No matter how good your opponent’s puncher is, if you move your head, he’s likely to lose contact with the punch he threw. The head certainly shouldn’t stay in one place long enough to become an easy target for the opponent. An important tip to remember is that no matter how tired you are during the fight, keep your head moving until the fight is over. This will definitely save you in the long run.
Deflecting punches or catching them is a great way to block during a boxing match. It will also help to keep your hands up and watch where your opponent lands their punches during the match. Observing your opponent and being where he tries to make contact will throw a monkey wrench into his game plan, but it will also give you an advantage and allow you to set up for a big counterattack.
Just like your head, you also want to move your feet. Dance around the ring, don’t stay in one place. It is important to maintain proper stance during this time, but with a few minor adjustments to your stance and footwork, this can also cause your opponent to miss your strikes very easily. They’re not thinking you’re going to move, but make them punch the air!
