What boxing stance should I use? Definitely one of the most common questions I am asked as a boxing coach. In this video we are going to work through the question of ‘What boxing stance should I use’ from beginner boxer through to advanced boxer level.
When considering what boxing stance you should use, go beyond whether it’s just left or righty (southpaw or orthodox). At the most simple level we need to consider foot position, front foot and rear foot), boxing stance width, boxing stance alignment.
From there, do we go for a side on boxing stance or a squared boxing stance? What does each boxing stance offer in respect of mobility vs power? What about the guard element of the boxing stance? What type of guard should we use and how does our range in respect of the opponent affect our choice of boxing stance?
Then a huge part of the whole conundrum of what boxing stance you should use is your body weight distribution. Do you use a boxing stance with your body weight on the front leg, central or the rear leg? When in each of these boxing stance variations, what type of guard should you use?
So there we have it, I hope that after this video you will at least have the beginnings of the answer to the question ‘What boxing stance should I use’?
Some other videos that will help you thinking about what boxing stance you should use:
7 steps to your basic boxing stance
Boxing for Beginners: 5 Mistakes to Avoid
5 Minute boxing footwork drill for beginners
Any comments and questions I would love to get below.
Cheers
Fran
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