We covered straight punch defense by replacing the target and using a forearm block.
We can use this same technique to defend against hooks and uppercuts.
In addition to replacing the target, we can REMOVE the target instead with THE LEAN.
Why is this important?
✔️. Learning to lean acts as an introduction to head movement.
✔️. Can be used to defend almost all strikes from the waist up.
Techniques covered:
⚡️. Right Forearm Block – Left Hook and Uppercut.
⚡️. Left Forearm Block – Right Hook and Uppercut.
⚡️. Lean.
⚡️. Lean Variation.
Homework:
Practice these four combinations back to back for a total of a 3 min round. 📈
Combo 1: Jab – Right Forearm Block Their Left Hook- Left Hook Counter
Combo 2: Jab – Right Forearm Block Their Left Uppercut- Left Hook Counter
Combo 3: Jab – Left Forearm Block Their Right Hook- Right Cross Counter
Combo 4: Jab – Left Forearm Block Their Right Uppercut- Right Cross Counter
Combo 5: Jab – Cross – Lean – Right Cross Counter
Common Mistakes:
✖️. Never reach out to BLOCK a strike!
✖️. Never Lean back more than once.
💡. Try exhaling tight little breaths when defending against strikes using your forearms to reminder to not hold you breath.
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