How to Slip Punches in Boxing
Boxing is often referred to as "the sweet science." The reason for this is because boxing isn't about brawn, but thinking on your feet. One of the most important fundamentals of boxing is developing the ability to slip punches. Here are the things you need to keep in mind if you want to get clear of your opponent so you can deliver a strong counterpunch.
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Instructions
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Keep your guard up when you're not throwing punches yourself. Having a good defense upstairs will limit your opponent's target from the start.
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Move your feet quickly, but remember to always have one foot firmly planted. When advancing, lift your front foot and drag your rear; when retreating, lift your back foot and drag your front.
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Circle away from your opponent's strong side. If he is right handed, this means you will be moving to your right; a left hander will need to circle left.
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Bend at the waist when your opponent throws a high punch. Keeping your upper body weaving makes it possible to slip punches to overshoot his intended target, letting you work up inside for a counterpunch.
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Slip a punch to the body by sharply twisting and bringing your guard down so that the blow is deflected at an angle. Remember to always take the play of angles into account or risk getting pummeled.
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Limit the time you counterpunch after you slip punches. Your opponent is working hard to come back at you and if you tarry, you're likely to catch a tough counterpunch yourself.
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Tips & Warnings
Never cross your feet when trying to avoid punches. This boxing rule is number one because if you're caught with a hard punch off balance you'll be taking a trip to the canvas.
