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Basic Fundamentals:
Stance And Guard
Every coach has a slightly different view on what makes a good boxing stance and guard. But here are a few basic fundamentals for you to consider.
01. Tips and Tricks for Beginners
Lower Body Considerations in Defence:
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Feet positioning; back foot should be on your heels and front foot should be flat and slightly inverted allowing for quick movement.
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Both knees should be slightly flexed, this activates the lower leg muscles and readies them to move explosively.
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Centre of gravity is key here, get used to transferring body weight forward and back over your feet, rotating hips replicate defences.
Upper Body Considerations in Defence:
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Head position should be down to protect the chin.
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Rear hand up high guarding the outside line of the chin.
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Lead hand with a 40 degree flex of the elbow, with the hand at chin height.
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Elbows tucked in to protect the rib cage.
How to teach stance and guard
