The Boxing Pivot, Check Hook and a Silly Concept!

http://www.myboxingcoach.com - This is the 10th video that I have published in 90-Second Boxing Tips series and is one that I know will allow you to add another dimension to your boxing. If you are looking for new ideas for attacking boxing, or inspiration for defensive boxing, then the boxing pivot is for you. The boxing pivot is very often overlooked, primarily I think because people are too often focused on big punches and fancy footwork. The boxing pivot is functional but when performed correctly is a truly beautiful boxing skill that is the trademark of the top fighters. When using the pivot keep the movement economic and fluid. This means that your back foot is the primary trigger when pivoting to the left or the right. You can pivot from your start position up to 90 degrees in either direction. 45 degrees is common and you can pivot anything as minimal as 5 degrees. It’s really all about creating your angles, keeping your opponent in the firing line and being elusive. DO NOT pivot 180 degrees. I’ve seen a number of ‘online coaches’ advising a 180 degrees pivot – I am at a loss as to why, it simply makes no sense to me because of simple physics and is thus a very silly concept. Combining the boxing pivot with a lead hand left hook is a fantastic skill, often referred to as the check hook. You can deliver a stinging punch at the same time as changing your position, boxing genius. I hope that this latest in the series of 90 Second Boxing Tips has ‘hit the spot’. Let me have your thoughts, questions or comments below. Cheers Fran