Fundamentals

Stance (Orthodox & Southpaw)

Your stance is the athletic base you punch, move, and defend from. Orthodox fighters lead with the left; southpaws lead with the right. A good stance keeps you balanced, mobile, and ready to attack or defend at any moment.

How to do it

1. 1Feet roughly shoulder-width, lead foot forward, rear foot at ~45 degrees.
2. 2Weight balanced on the balls of both feet.
3. 3Hands up, elbows in, chin down.
4. 4Knees slightly bent, relaxed and springy.

Common mistakes

• Feet too narrow (no balance) or too wide (no mobility).
• Standing flat-footed.
• Squaring up to the opponent.