10 Common Shadowboxing Mistakes You Must Avoid

[@zitrone9181]

thanks shane, my shadow didn't stand a chance

[@chrishansen4506]

Cocaine Eater he whomped his ass

[@stupidiswhatstupiddoes]

wait are you his shadow?

[@jeremywhitfield4556]

it piss

[@1amadeo]

my shadow knocks me out everythime

[@agentone8511]

1amadeo stop looking at your feet

[@HocTapSFM]

I'm so bad, I get knocked out while shadow boxing

[@DirtMankee]

HocTap SFM haha i laffed

[@BlacburnResnov]

Bruh.. I got knocked out by watching someone shadow box

[@jeremywhitfield4556]

goals

[@tinabahena1254]

😂😂😂😂

[@hamzab4433]

Baki? is that you?

[@marcmorena1315]

My shadow is a black belt in BJJ, he choked me once so i dont know if i want to box with him again..

[@fighttips]

If you don't get revenge, you will forever live in your shadow's shadow...

[@jeremywhitfield4556]

wowow

[@TheApex-ge6vr]

fightTIPS deep shit

[@bacon8353]

fightTIPS lmao

[@VikingWolf84]

fightTIPS bahahaha

[@markmartin8400]

That awkward moment when Shane has to show u how to beat up air

[@rusty7984]

Mark Martin Shadow boxing is a very effective way to perfect form and footwork

[@devongiguere3721]

@@rusty7984 I don't think they're trying to undermine shadowboxing, but just making a silly joke.

[@lalchungnungaralte9104]

@@rusty7984 *facepalm

[@MUIDYLANICE]

@@rusty7984 r/whooooosh

[@eduardosalamanca3398]

You're wrong. He was boxing against John Cena the entire video.

[@MadGammon]

Mistake #1: Not shadow boxing! This is a very important aspect of training and should NEVER be ignored. Period.

[@Godkiller08]

@Mark Berenger i can understand that but he's right

[@regulusmine2336]

I don't know what the hell you all are talking about. It's a video about shadow boxing but its apparently A BIG FUCKING NO NO to "shadow" box.

[@maybeoptify]

@@regulusmine2336 what?

[@regulusmine2336]

@@maybeoptify , I actually misunderstood the comment.

[@Stevo_YouTube]

@@regulusmine2336 dude that made my day. 😂

[@ANTOINEFOMBONNE]

On point, as usual !

[@williamvalmadre556]

Likes

[@edlye7694]

Mistake #1 [0:07] Planting your feet and not using footwork - Use your legs (in, out, pivot, side to side) Mistake #2 [0:24] Looking down - Look forward and visualize Mistake #3 [0:42] Only focusing on offense - Practice defending (parries, rolls, slips, faints, footwork) Mistake #4 [1:07] Throwing unrealistic combos - Stick to things that will work in a real fight Mistake #5 [1:46] Blinking while punching - Try stretching your eyes wide open to break this habit Mistake #6 [2:20] Keeping loose fists all the time - Squeeze your fist upon impact (you can keep it loose when moving around) Mistake #7 [2:50] Keeping your jaw open - Bite down on your mouthpiece (or pretend to) Mistake #8 [3:07] Not aiming at a target - Visualize a real-life opponent and be accurate Mistake #9 [3:26] Only punching half-way - Extend your punch fully Mistake #10 [3:45] Tensing up and not breathing - Exhale on every single punch and relax Thanks for the video! Left notes here because I've watched this multiple times and the next time I come back, at least I have notes. Oh and you might find it helpful too :) Now get out there and train!

[@ashplattsii1fan92]

Are you Alive

[@ThatOneGuy-cq1ww]

Thank you brotha 💪

[@me0101001000]

One of my coaches tells me to keep my chin down and look through my eyebrows. He told us a story of a time he let his head come up when he started out and his head got lurched really hard from taking a hook to the head.

[@DaroLinguiniJohnson]

I remember my coach saying "Woah what are you doing this aint tekken"

[@ZephyrusBlue]

Your coach is a man of culture. Lmao. That’s awesome 🤟🏻

[@leewood5177]

Thank you, needed this so badly

[@Brawler_Baddies]

#4 Sorry bruh, I am on that killer instinct ultra combo.

[@rodbautistagabitano1339]

Nice to know that I've been doing all these already.

[@zibtihaj3213]

I agree with everything he said except the part where he said to clench your fist in shadow at about 2:44. Here is my reasoning. When hitting a solid object like an opponent it will be automatic that you will clench and 'harden' your fist anyway. So there is no need to do it in practice, infact better if you dont cause one of the reasons shadow boxing is effective is cause you get into the habit of not tensing up your arms, body etc before (and during) throwing punches and that REALLY helps with speed and power. My opinion. I know my post seems a little strange but I am convinced of this . One of the ways you learn to 'throw' your energy - through- the target is not to tense up at all and shadow boxing teaches you that. Now of course you will always tense up a little no matter what, when you hitting something, but the less you do tense up, the faster and more powerful you will be. That is one of the reasons the best punches in sparring or in a fight are the ones that happen 'automatically'.

[@danalbertmerais4988]

Thanks, Shane. I've watched most of your videos, and they're all helpful. I usually watch at night and apply your tips on my next workout. Keep it up, man!

[@boblasher1]

Thanks!! Great advice. I really enjoy shadow boxing on days that I am working and don't have a lot of time.

[@Thatcrazychicano]

Hey Shane I'm an isshin Ryu fighter and I just want to say I've been watching your channel for some time. You have outstanding content. Keep up the good work.

[@kevinx1893]

#4 Unrealistic Combos: Ronda Rousey's boxing training

[@khsimagesdotcom856]

#11: Thinking that shadow boxing can account for any more than 10% of proper preparation for a fight. Most of the challenges in a real fight (particularly guys who don't fight much) are getting past fear and (if you can do that) seeing the other fighter. If you're afraid and don't want to fight, shadow boxing can provide a false sense of preparedness. Once someone's coming at you and you feel their power and speed, all of your dancing and air punching may feel like a useless ego boosting activity and you can easily lose confidence in yourself and get hurt. You have to be comfortable with the thought that real fists are flying and operate calmly. Also, the person who wins the fight is usually the one who can better master the other fighter's rhythmic movements, energy, awareness, reactions, goals, abilities, etc. This is the real art of fighting. When you see that the other guy's trying to take your head off with haymakers or trying to take you to the mat, or trying to win through counter strikes, or what have you; that tells you a lot about how to adapt, create setups, play on his weaknesses, etc.

[@DonTHEhandsome1]

Wait, so you're saying sparing is more important than shadow boxing when preparing for an actual fight? Fucking genius!

[@teeoh9192]

@@DonTHEhandsome1 If you don't have the time, or whatever to spar, this is STILL a helpful video. I've seen some shitty sparring also, & some of those people could've benefited from more practicing of tips like these BEFORE they stepped in the ring.

[@goldanimal3931]

Well fear is destroyer of everything so shadow boxing has nothing to do with your rule 11 imo. You can have all the fight training you can get but if you dont have the heart youll get fucked.

[@ivanbrizic7378]

I am 7 months into kickboxing. I am guilty of some of those mistakes. Full extension cause i try to punch fast, and im usually very stiff when it comes to shadow boxing. Thanks for the tips!

[@isuckatthisgame]

Shane, can you make a video of how to mitigate pressure against the invisible opponent? I usually visualize my opponent pressing me, so I have a ton of work with reaching, framing away, switching to cover more ground and pivoting off of the close quarters.

[@back2u-]

The mouth open is the only one I'm struggling with but there's room for improvements. Thank you for this video.

[@ididyourmom3411]

I have a little brother who's just starting to get into muay thai but im too lazy to teach him the basics so I just send him the link of this video about shadow boxing. So far this is the best one I've seen and even helped correct some of my bad habits when shadow boxing. thanks fightTIPS!

[@fighttips]

Ah great to hear, thanks buddy! Tell your brother I wish him all the best.

[@PeanutButterCoffeeBread]

2:09 Finally an expert said it out loud.. i was just amazed when i saw Floyd and Ali just waatching their opponents as they're fighting. They're super aware of what's in front of them

[@SmallChickenMMA]

Did I just hear a hitmarker at 1:37 ? lmao

[@kierangilpin7523]

Joe oooh he's hurt Rogan hahaha

[@MillionDollarMindset.]

Joe oooh he's hurt Rogan lol hahahhahahahahahah True

[@CamAquatics]

Jason Duran LMFAOOOOOO

[@KyotoIsSleepy]

its his shadow

[@mysticstylez134]

He hitmarked the shot he must be mad

[@deadfu2611]

On every video I've learned more than on 10 years at the gym of each topic. This channel is *****. Shane is so clear with speaking, not full of that American "yo, you know what I'm sayin'" or every other word "like". Just clear English, sounds good and is inspiring. Thank you!

[@glenwoodcock2740]

Yes! Didn't make the mistakes. I also thought I was a weirdo with all the visualising so here's a bit of reassurance as well 😂

[@Christian-Rankin]

Thanks, you are a really underrated instructor. Good to know I'm doing most of these correctly

[@user-hz5gn9kj1l]

I realized that i do ALL of these mistakes. Thank you a lot!

[@alexgonzales6883]

You can’t throw 10 punch combination all the time. Sugar ray Leonard:Hold my beer.

[@ohagwuemeka]

Thanks man, my rookie boxing has gotten to a new level since I started seeing your videos

[@ilteschio8244]

i started less then 2 months ago doing it, and realize i have done it right without even knowing it, this video game me confidence.

[@imrltte8366]

I was a MMA fighter, but like khabib I was a wrestler and i dont know how to box correctly so I've joined a boxing gym and so this is a huge help!

[@Delacroixplays]

Hea shane i wanted to say thanks man for helping me keep my technique in check for years ive been watching and subcribed tbh u deseerve alot more credit man keep it up bro

[@imchristan]

QUESTION: When i watch the pros like Pacquiao or Mayweather shadow box, i notice they either throw those multiple fast uppercuts and also they dont fully extend their arms when shadow boxing, which is totally opposite of what you advised. Are they doing the wrong thing?

[@LeT_SLS]

It's just because it look faster, they don't normally train like that but the media and fans love when it's fast so they do that in front of the cameras just to show up a bit.

[@agentone8511]

Right. But theyre not shadow boxing. Its a form of cardio exercise and combination exercise.

[@pledgestone]

I have yet to see a video of yours that I disagree with. You are providing a wonderful service. Keep up the good work!

[@stevee.4869]

Awesome, thanks. Just doing it for cardio.

[@bhavasamraksha5732]

Lol I do the blinking thing. Guess that's one more thing I have to i improve. Great video!

[@enricolagomarsino945]

Best shadowboxing tutorial video I ever seen

[@bretth7193]

Great video thanks man I always find myself looking down in shadow boxing

[@thebeast6917]

Be real with yourself and realistic in fighting. Thanks a lot Shane.

[@fighttips]

Exactly! Thank you!

[@ngocps45]

Good work as always Shane. Btw pls make a video showwing you shadowboxing!

[@Ben-lp9sv]

Nargo Organ He has ! Look it up

[@alejandroromero6464]

Nargo Organ he's done it.

[@ngocps45]

ok, thank you guys

[@xyon9090]

I would say I didn't make a mistake refreshing the page to be this early. (Edit: Imagining different opponents with different heights also helps!)

[@michealbmillzlynnmass4928]

Everything u said is great advice if you're training to fight in a ring. I just think alot changes with any type of training that involves training to fight and defend yourself if necessary in the street. You're striking is nolonger calm and you're not so focused on technique. You're punches and combos are thrown fast and repetitive because you're face to face with someone who is trying to hurt you and end the fight as quickly as possible

[@Ben-lp9sv]

Great advice, dont stop the hard work. Started shotokan some months ago , hoping to reach your level of skill one day.

[@cesarcandanozah7150]

Great vid. Shadow boxing it’s probably the most important practice

[@yosefbalas9924]

Shane: marie... Marie: what? Shane: i think my videos getting bored. I want to trying something new Marie: like wearing a hat? Shane: you genius!

[@fighttips]

yosef balas Haha I used to wear hats all throughout my teenage years. Plus I need a haircut.

[@sajali8804]

fightTIPS have you ever considered doing boxing as a professional? . You look very skillfull

[@michaelnikanorov1677]

fightTIPS i have a serious question for you can you tell us next video or send me message with KZbin how does a teenager get to show his home skills to the mma business for free

[@dontreadmyprofilepicture6417]

היי בחור יהודי מאיפה אתה אחי? אני מראשון

[@michaelnikanorov1677]

Profile Picture Don't Read My im from Ashdod

[@martialartsofbangladesh3658]

tnx bro. plz publish a mma or muy thai syllabus wise video series. so that we can know about the complete syllabus

[@carlosblank6629]

Thanks for the tips! I hate shadow boxing because I never really know what to do...

[@peytonjordan6709]

FightTIPS I recently got back into Muay Thai my goal is to do Thai fighting then move into mma! Do you recommend anything?

[@rowdy.rockers]

Outstanding video, thanks! I still carry a mouthpiece with me lots of times. 😂

[@mehmood6490]

Tysm appreciated ... From where Shud we exhale by nose or mouth???

[@rezoanulvibes8823]

As your KZbin channel name is fightTIPS, you are giving really useful tips that are very effective in fighting. Thank you so much for sharing these tips. I am passionate about martial arts. I usually write about martial arts and self defense. Can I share your video in my blog post?

[@victorsrur134]

about the first tip, doing moves without footwork is great for beginners cause their body will understand the movement itself and after they will learn how to do the footwork with a familiar move

[@bravethewildreviews]

Excellent points. Can't wait to work on these tips. Thanks!

[@RamonChiNangWong078]

watching and learning from it in 2019

[@313entertainment2]

Keeping your footwork crisp and correct while shadow boxing is the hardest thing I've ever tried to learn

[@jamesgreen9165]

Still a very useful video years later, Thanks!

[@kidk007]

Another great vid. Only thing I would add is to keep your chin down when shadow boxing

[@MrBebser]

Hello Shane! Thanks for all the tips! I was wondering if you had any extra tips on shadowboxing for kickboxing / Muay Thaï ? Thank you!

[@bailydekker9377]

I think I’m a little late to the party. But! I decided I wanted to dabble in shadow boxing as another form of cardio. I ended up getting a boxing game on the Quest. It’s super interactive, and you have someone else throwing punches at you. May be a really fun alternative to just sitting there swinging at nothing. VR is a God send in regards to fun cardio.

[@erMKSA]

thanks, I just started with some shadow boxing and thanks a lot for the tip!!!

[@212rashidi]

Thanks!!! This video is actually useful and most importantly short.

[@maxcady360]

Glad I already avoid a couple of mistakes. But I still feel the need to look at my feet. I'm kinda afraid to lose my balance.

[@VivekRamanan87]

Shane, some tips on throwing knees and kicks during shadow boxing, please?

[@aeortiz2004]

Very good...even at my age there is always something new to learn...thanks!

[@thetittlethatislong1491]

thanks shane now im gonna be on top of everything

[@kieranjohnson6582]

Hey Shane, this video is a few months old now so idk if you're gonna see this, but could you make a video on how to shadowbox for people who haven't done it before? Like what you should be aiming to do, intensity, length, and how often you'd recommend doing it for? Cheers :)

[@jaswantrathore6877]

Yes please

[@joshroyeca]

Awesome tips. Thanks for sharing!

[@madman4469]

Great video straight to the point. Not a lot of useless words.

[@Martial-Mat]

Some very useful reminders. Cheers Shane.

[@KingDumas]

I dont make these mistakes in shadow boxing other than short punches. Great vid

[@Domino10112]

Don’t forget head movement and defense. They are essential in a fight.

[@theomen49]

I feel like good shadow boxing is for people who know the game decently well... as a beginner trying to think about how the "shadow" is going to react to your strikes is getting a bit ahead of myself. I figure at this point focusing on the basic mechanics of the strike, making sure that I'm throwing it right it more important

[@devinthai]

Remember when you made that one video about baking Senzu Beans?

[@MavukuTokonaIII]

was curious to critique my own shadow boxing workout -- thanks for the info Shane, helped tweek up the workout!

[@bradleyrobinson7552]

I like watching Errol Spence shadow-box. Good video, Shane Fazen!

[@anonnomas4755]

1:16 I thought that was real in a fight.

[@BJJtransformation]

Hey Shane, very good tips. What about the footwork and when switching on the sides ? Is sliding with the feet better than lifting the feet’s off the floor ?

[@youngblooddrip2091]

This best shadowboxing information ever

[@pabloperez4053]

Shane, could you explain the importance of breathing while throwing a punch?

[@itsallaroundyou7085]

I like to split it up some times. Some days I do a full shadow box day 12 rounds with rope skipping in between. Since I only have limited time I dedicate different days to different things. Strength, bag work, shadow and so on. Also keeps me from getting bored. So anyway if I do a long shadow day I'll do like 2 rounds just foot work, 2 rounds footwork and head movement, 2 rounds all three and adding in slips and hand defense, and than 6 rounds everything together. I notice a big problem a lot of people have is tenseness due to trying to be faster and hit harder and I used to have it too. And I would end up pushing my strikes instead of throwing them. Something I found helped. If anyone does traditional arts or is interested, do forms first and do them slow. Like I practice wing chun and though I don't use many of the techniques in combat what I do use is for is relaxation. Before I start anything I go through siu lim tao (the first form) about five times in a row. It not only strengthens and energizes my legs but the movements in the form when done correctly (slow and relaxed) loosen me up and get me in a calm loose mindset. Than when I get boxing I am throwing with complete ease of movements and my shots are clean, crisp, and powerful. Might not jive with everyone but just thought I'd share. There is something to learn from every martial art and they all have a place. Happy training everyone. Thanks for the videos Shane. Amituofo!

[@Damian_1908]

Thanks for all the tips on this channel

[@Amxne09]

Thanks shane!

[@mayanksehrawat2604]

which more effective practice on punching bag or doing shadow boxing

[@ty_muaythai1636]

Thanks for another great video man. I've been re watching the video of ways to switch stances and it's been working well for me. Thanks for all the time you put in to these videos I know I appreciate them forsure

[@zemosword]

thanks bro keep doing good videos

[@1sunstyle]

I used to shadowbox and shadow fence with weapons for five hours a day in silat and escrima. I would drill with my teacher for three hours. We know many dynamic drills for improving fighting skill with weapons and empty hands.

[@nomaschalupas2453]

My shadow started throwing kamehamehas….so I had to IT behind him and throw a axe kick to the neck.

[@joejazz67]

great video as always going to try to see if I do any of these tonight I did recently start adding more movement defense though good stuff

[@kaayjaay8]

Very helpful bro thnx

[@Balxandr]

Good Content as Always Shane!

[@Gurnerman]

Its Shane again 🤘 always have such good videos that I can follow easily and enjoy

[@TheBookofTobit]

The single most important part of any fighters training and paramount to perfecting one's natural style. You figure out where the feet need to be to shoot effective shots. Also, where your hands need to be to be defensively responsible when shooting. Imaginw he's trying to knock your head off!

[@bara1910]

Train ksi for his next fight against joe weller that would be fun

[@fighttips]

Conor Jones I'd love to! You guys should all comment and tell KSI to contact me.

[@alexstephenson9980]

fightTIPS That would be amazing

[@cerealgamer6277]

fightTIPS Shane awesome video 💪buta would u watch the conor vs floyd fight in august 26?

[@DiamondMiner12]

Jake H agree,

[@winrylust6947]

@JDMH stfu

[@atulrautela5144]

Awesome guidelines..totally worth it.😊..keep up the good work buddy..iv just started MMA training..ur tips and tricks are so coming in handy..thnx.

[@martialyogi]

great information shane

[@swethasimba]

Excellent! Thanks Shane.

[@Marcel96g]

Do a Floyd vs Conor prediction ! Would like to see your opinion on the fight.

[@KCTHEPUNK]

Marcelo's Opinion HELLA YEAH!!!

[@aquawell]

Very practical and useful! Thanks Shane!

[@luqmanshah7942]

Hey I had a question, is it possible to do boxing if you're currently trying to gain weight and muscle? I ask because boxing is in fact a lot of cardio so I assume it would interfere with my weight gain?

[@nickkFTL]

As long as you're consuming more calories than you're losing, you'll be alright

[@darealdovahkiin3652]

No, I am currently lifting 3 times a week trying to gain muscle and weight, while also doing Muy Thai twice a week and it has not had an impact on my weight, if anything I have developed more muscle in my thighs and back so I would not be concerned my friend

[@luqmanshah7942]

I'll take this advice, thanks guys! This helps

[@abdikaniabdullahi9961]

Luq Shah pro fighters like pacman have gained weight in order to go to a higher weight class while still training

[@darealdovahkiin3652]

Spider Knows I am not going to argue with you as you clearly have your mind set on your opinion, but I will say that I have continued to gain weight by doing both weight lifting and Muy Thai religiously, and I know about 4 other people that body build and engage in a combat sport and have told me that while cardio can kill your gains as long as you balance and properly manage your different workouts and eat the appropriate amount of protein and calories you will be fine, again I'm sorry if I offended you I was just sharing my knowledge and personal experience on the matter and that it hasn't haltered my goal to gain weight. And Luq Shah you may listen to either one of us, it does not matter to me, I suggest you consult your fitness trainer (if you have one) and your coach, I would definitely listen to them over us any day. Anyway have a nice day, I have stated my thoughts on the matter...