Slipping: tips on improving speed and effectiveness?

[myboxingcoach]

hey loaded

I've always found that the boxer's who are the best at slipping are those who employ the most efficient movement to do so. Many boxers, when slipping a punch, do so by bending their waist...this is wrong. A true slip is generated by moving driving of the back leg, allowing the front leg to bend slightly and as a result of these leg actions the upper body rotates (the bodyweight should not go onto the front leg.) This movement takes the body just outside (or inside) the line of the oncoming shot, which should literally graze your ear.

Remember also that a slip is best used proactively i.e. you don't wait to see the punch coming, you expect a punch to come and slip accordingly. In short, get the technique of the isolated skill nailed and you will maximise the effectiveness of the slip. There is a video on slipping punches on my web site which demonstrates how I coach slipping inside and outside to boxers...it's always worked quite well. Sorry not to put a direct link in, but I'm not allowed just yet.

Hope the vid helps mate. By the way, I admire your desire to work through the technical aspects of your style whilst at home. It's been 17 years since I boxed competitively, but I still work through the skills at home. My wife has long since given up on me to be honest!

Cheers

Fran

[LoadedWraps]

hey loaded

I've always found that the boxer's who are the best at slipping are those who employ the most efficient movement to do so. Many boxers, when slipping a punch, do so by bending their waist...this is wrong. A true slip is generated by moving driving of the back leg, allowing the front leg to bend slightly and as a result of these leg actions the upper body rotates (the bodyweight should not go onto the front leg.) This movement takes the body just outside (or inside) the line of the oncoming shot, which should literally graze your ear.

Remember also that a slip is best used proactively i.e. you don't wait to see the punch coming, you expect a punch to come and slip accordingly. In short, get the technique of the isolated skill nailed and you will maximise the effectiveness of the slip. There is a video on slipping punches on my web site which demonstrates how I coach slipping inside and outside to boxers...it's always worked quite well. Sorry not to put a direct link in, but I'm not allowed just yet.

Hope the vid helps mate. By the way, I admire your desire to work through the technical aspects of your style whilst at home. It's been 17 years since I boxed competitively, but I still work through the skills at home. My wife has long since given up on me to be honest!

Cheers

Fran

I will definitely study your vids. I appreciate the advice! Thanks for taking the time to pass down good knowledge!
rated up!

[LoadedWraps]

Your site seems very well done, keep up the good work. I had a chance to browse the videos a week ago but have been busy with school and training. alot of beginner info but fundamentals are key. I am glad to see sites like this being made.
green K go!

[myboxingcoach]

Glad you like the work and that it helps out!

fran

[sweet*science]

I from time to time get in with younger guys in the gym and work my defense and jab only. It allows them to gain confidence with throwing punches while I have to establish a "light" jab since they are younger and work on mobility to avoid shots coming at me. Too work all defense and not even a little bit offense, not even the jab, spar with a woman. She can go all out on you and you are able to do nothing but make her miss.
Good luck.

[FalconsRB]

hey loaded

I've always found that the boxer's who are the best at slipping are those who employ the most efficient movement to do so. Many boxers, when slipping a punch, do so by bending their waist...this is wrong. A true slip is generated by moving driving of the back leg, allowing the front leg to bend slightly and as a result of these leg actions the upper body rotates (the bodyweight should not go onto the front leg.) This movement takes the body just outside (or inside) the line of the oncoming shot, which should literally graze your ear.

Remember also that a slip is best used proactively i.e. you don't wait to see the punch coming, you expect a punch to come and slip accordingly. In short, get the technique of the isolated skill nailed and you will maximise the effectiveness of the slip. There is a video on slipping punches on my web site which demonstrates how I coach slipping inside and outside to boxers...it's always worked quite well. Sorry not to put a direct link in, but I'm not allowed just yet.

Hope the vid helps mate. By the way, I admire your desire to work through the technical aspects of your style whilst at home. It's been 17 years since I boxed competitively, but I still work through the skills at home. My wife has long since given up on me to be honest!

Cheers

Fran

Saw your videos thanks.