Reduce Anxiety, Gain Confidence in Sparring | Try this Drill

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[@Sawubona2007]

When I spar I don't aim to compete with my partner, I aim to get better. It's a very important distinction.

[@budsworldgocheckoutbudsbud4]

Agreed, you can’t have an ego.

[@BAMBINO-68]

damn this is good advice thanks man

[@roaravi]

I'm new to Boxing...and I follow this too. Maybe that's why I get punched more than my opponent does.

[@EvanThomson.mp3]

I completely understand where your coming from my man but I personally feel there needs to be an element of competition because it’s important to know what it feels like

[@Suicide_Circus]

i always aim to eat their heart

[@XX2020XX]

“Half way defence and offence” is exactly how I am in sparring. I didn’t even realise!

[@timm285]

Me too. I need to stay closer

[@hareshpandya4253]

Same here! Never realised it until watching this excellent video.

[@mikemartinez9002]

Same here. This opened my eyes a lot

[@eproductions5115]

No seriously. Needed this video more than I thought

[@Jp_-hh3ex]

Same here bro

[@GetlostwithJohn]

Just had my 2nd sparring session earlier. I stopped moving away and hold my line and just let my opponent punch me and after he throws his combos thats when i realized that i can do this. after that i kept moving forward and throwing combinations. This is legit guys

[@PrecisionBoxing]

Nice to hear that!

[@GetlostwithJohn]

@@PrecisionBoxing thank you for the lessons coach!

[@hareshpandya4253]

Thanks for sharing your experience. Going to try this next time I spar.

[@GetlostwithJohn]

@@hareshpandya4253 no problem. it really builds up your confidence. once you overcome the fear, no one can stop you!

[@brownlashawn56]

its like walking in the rain, once you accept that you will get wet you learn to be calm in the storm and then u will be confident in throwing because you know you can handle whatever is coming back

[@shevetlevi2821]

I've trained in martial arts, mainly Okinawan karate, a bit of BJJ for over 52 years. Next week I start my first boxing training. I'm really excited about the idea of not just blocking punches but slipping them too and creating angles. I'm 68 and can't quite get it done like I used to but I'm still excited about starting this. I tend to stay in close but regardless this drill is a great idea.

[@PrecisionBoxing]

That's awesome to hear Shevet!

[@JJDogz]

How’s it going?

[@shevetlevi2821]

@@JJDogz Thanks for asking. So far so good. Alot of it feels natural to me and if Precision Striking is reading this I wouldn't mind an opinion on it. In karate we throw punches keeping our shoulders squared, or at least not extending our punch all the way out. In boxing they seem to throw punches with their shoulders extended all the way. Even though after all these years of karate I've thrown I'm sure hundreds of thousands of punches I've never had shoulder pain but now I'm having shoulder pain because of the difference in the ways the 2 arts throw punches. Is this something that my body will get used to, am I doing something wrong (my coach hasn't noted anything to correct in my punches so far)? Any thoughts from you JuicyJulian or Precision Striking?

[@JJDogz]

@@shevetlevi2821 I’ve been doing boxing/ mma for about 4 years and the shoulder pain could be from throwing those punches fully extended with a lot of force in it I wouldn’t recommend extending all the way out if there’s pain, also could be from bag work especially throwing with power and such. I believe you said you were 68 so also no longer a spring chicken. Could be all the years of wear and tear.

[@KostasK5]

@@shevetlevi2821 If its just soreness im pretty sure it will be fine. Ur maybe overextending too which can hurt ur arm. Try to not overextend.

[@dougkrauze5089]

When I first started sparring I was really afraid of getting hurt. I remember talking with my coach about it. How do I get past this, I asked. The answer he gave me was pretty simple. He said that all fighters feel this way. All fighters. So every time I walk into the ring I think of this and my fear of getting hurt lessens. That advice worked for me.

[@elpibe1924]

everyone but the Diaz brothers

[@reallyyes123]

@@elpibe1924 that's fucked up💀

[@fabioooh]

Probably not rodtang

[@Norrr3]

Great video. This is something that isn’t talked about much in the boxing community.

[@Vladimyrful]

Very interesting. In essence, this is similar to what John Danaher talked about in how they train fighters at Tristar gym: FIRST they work on defence, because when you're confident in your defence (the thing you most naturally fear is getting hit or submitted), THEN you can begin exploring offence because you know that no matter what happens you can handle it.

[@jackropes7544]

hmmm.. the mentality is not to win the sparring but to grow your confidence.. that sentence just gave me a little confidence knowing that I don't have to win. Thank you! -beginner here

[@itguru2037]

I have hundreds of rounds of sparring and still get anxious. It’s natural. I’ve never been put down even when sparring professional boxers and some champions. I’m 54 and started boxing at 44. Most of my sparring partners are half my age or younger.

[@mohammedaminekafil3678]

Hard to believe but if it’s true it’s really impressive

[@itguru2037]

@@mohammedaminekafil3678 ten years of boxing. I own my own gym as well. Thanks!

[@mohammedaminekafil3678]

@@itguru2037 God Bless You Sir

[@itguru2037]

@@mohammedaminekafil3678 praise Allah

[@cristiantorres9587]

The point of fighting is have fear, assimilate that fear and defeat it

[@Lao_moon]

This is exactly what I've been doing all the time - the indecisiveness, espacially against heavier opponents - thank you so much for the tip! Can't wait to work on that

[@alexstrom1396]

Great advice and tip. Thanks so much coach!

[@acts.412]

Thank you so much for this video Exactly the advice I need ! 🙏🙏🙏

[@marjamir5770]

Thank you coach for the confidence boost!

[@user-jv6uf2zc7y]

Learning both boxing and English language ;) Thank you for the videos.

[@miked9653]

This knowledge is such a gem. It's exposure therapy for beginner boxing.

[@theboxingcollector]

Great advises as always, thank you!

[@TheWildcry84]

Thank you for this clear explanation, I found it useful during sparring👍🏻

[@Magnapict65]

Magic video coach. Gonna be going over this one many times as with others. Needed this. Respect from northeast Scotland. Aberdeen 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 👊

[@spaceseed33rd89]

I love and appreciate all your videos but I can actually say this is one of the best especially in my case. The advice and strategy you gave in this video has become tried and true for me at least and has greatly helped me with my sparring anxiety especially since I'm working on competing as a master. 💪🏾🇵🇷

[@richardbarajas6953]

Bro I love how your teaching it’s great bro been wit u for a long ass time much love

[@Josh13301330]

You are helping me so much, I never comment on here but I just have to say thank you, for all my questions you have a video, an explanation and an answer, thank you so much, respect to you brother

[@MrWood-qd6kr]

I appreciate this. Very encouraging because I am going through this right now as I am sparring in Muay Thai

[@victorayala9007]

Thank you for this much needed drill!

[@adukill]

Great attitude, thank you man.

[@rogsolaris7411]

I love this guys videos. His information and teaching are so logical and interesting. I haven't boxed in years and I still watch his videos just because it's so interesting

[@marcusson1983]

Excellent video sir. Precisely what I needed

[@1DreamWarrior]

Best boxing coach I’ve come across Straight up Much appreciated

[@EstebanLopez-pc3jq]

Great stuff coach, been trying to get my kid to have more confidence, going to try this for sure. Thanks coach !!!!’

[@YaBoyRascal]

I had my first spar and stayed defensive most of the time, hitting 1-2 combos with some hooks, I was eventually taken down with a body blow to my stomach and fell in the 2nd round Edit: Hello all who responded and liked, it's been 2 months since and I've had multiple other spars, my most recent I went for 6 rounds! In the time frame of 2 months I narrowed down what my problem was and fixed it, my head movement is way better, my footwork is faster, and my Punches and combinations are faster and stronger, and with the summer coming there's a possibility of me competing in the Junior Olympics

[@Samual_33]

Nothing to be ashamed of bro just keep at it and increase bosyshot resistance training. I had a similar problem once a great first round countering and pivoting to the left until I walked into an uppercut in the solar plexus took a knee couldn't breathe. Was out of the fight. Took a while to get over it but just trained ferociously and learned at age 14 I wasn't made of steel like I had thought 😂

[@itguru2037]

Keep on punching. Great work! It’s not a contest.

[@artembless7914]

Sometimes a great defense is an offence, punch your opposition so they don't get comfortable

[@kennycameron828]

Keep it up

[@YaBoyRascal]

@kennycameron828 I'm washed up now man lol, I rarely go to my boxing gym now but I still train boxing and have improved tremendously. I plan on returning to boxing one of these days

[@michaelblair7348]

Excellent. Thanks

[@muhammadfauzan4450]

Thanks coach

[@WalterWhite1911]

Sparring advice for beginners at its best! As always... simple, straightforward, but REMARKABLY effective coaching. Thank you, Jason. :)

[@PrecisionBoxing]

Thank you Luca!

[@timm285]

I love videos like this.

[@Lokiigoggles]

This is exactly what I needed thank you so much!

[@codenameconovers3398]

I started at a new gym last week and they spar every Friday , this is great advice ! I can’t wait till this Friday !

[@SupremeSwaggy]

Thank you so much!!

[@thomasglaister8374]

This is the only channel I’ve seen which addresses this issue properly. I feel like I’m halfway defense and offense and now I know why

[@davidrzepka]

This was very helpful JT! Thank you so much! Your videos are so effective and help me learn. Keep up the great work.

[@pcbentley619]

great video as always.

[@thoughtleader8820]

Great video… I needed to see this :)

[@ogoxo]

Love your work mate

[@ninjasalsa3152]

Great video and advice

[@krns1695]

Fight or flight Fear = want to flight but knowing you have to fight without wanting to fight

[@Anonymous-lt1wi]

Great video we need more of these...and how do you get over the nerves before fighting

[@itguru2037]

If you are sparring with sensible partners, you will gain confidence over time

[@tonyflip5718]

🥊🥊🥊thanks coach

[@artofwar-3263]

Thanks for the knowledge coach !

[@NeymarJr-cj5jm]

Crazy I sparred on Thursday and I ended up getting anxiety today I spared again and that video came just on time

[@unidaspandemia9936]

Good explanation, I couldn´t agree more in some points when it comes to get closer and well covered, and "inviting" your oponent to punch over your controlled defense body zones. What you didn´t tell is it also depends on the power of shots. I´m a presure sparring partner, people likes me cos I make them work a lot but I go 70% of my punches strenght, but most of my partners go 90% more or less...

[@user-jc7tr5zy3n]

i learning english and boxing with you, thanks so much greetings from venezuela

[@Desperado665]

This is exactly what I needed. I definitely spar scared and halfway between defense and offense

[@apdhillonbrownmunde22]

This is exactly the video I needed at this point in my journey.

[@jfalconredskins]

Another great video

[@raiwatsagdeo1752]

Love the content

[@dougkrauze5089]

Thanks JT. Tough to fight an opponent a mile away. Become a nuisance. Great advice.

[@DemonHunterX]

Yes Started doing this in my 2nd sparring , right now just overcoming fear of getting of hit

[@Bugoy19]

Thanks!

[@PrecisionBoxing]

I appreciate your support!!

[@RedspadesX]

Mr. Clean with a clean technique

[@tyronyandrews4177]

Makes perfect sense, thanx Coach! Anyone here from Melb , Australia wanna train this with me? :-)

[@sincerelyme7423]

This helps me a lot.

[@PrecisionBoxing]

That's really great to hear! thank you

[@EL_TIBURON1]

Great video ❤️

[@alaaalaa3387]

Man l learn alot from you Coach

[@damiandavies1474]

Brilliant

[@hollywoodbb]

Trying this next time I spar! I have only sparred 2 times now and it’s like you said, quick exchanges, in and out. Kind of unsure of my range. And I was thinking to myself, “Man, how do I get inside and box?” I thought maybe because I’m 6’3” and have long reach, it wasn’t my territory. But I’m going to try this next time and see how things develop. I want to be well-rounded and not put into a box (pun kinda intended). Thanks man, your videos are INSANELY valuable.

[@Light-bw9fi]

I have a video « punches for 4 hours non stop » i think it can help you to learn how to use all your body to punch

[@MasteryEnglishPro]

This is great... im 50.. with about two years training... ive really worked a lot on my defence for three months but the downside is against stronger opponents im just defending !! I dont get hit much but i think this is just what i need

[@itguru2037]

Start working on your counter punching

[@Kuneho]

Well said coach

[@Kuneho]

Offense or defence, there is no in between

[@IRidez]

My man’s always dropping dimes

[@tmoneyofficial1]

The OG🥊

[@Samual_33]

I'm getting back into boxing soon at 28 thank you for this insightful and easily practiced knowledge

[@artembless7914]

Still have a lifetime in front of you

[@actcanine5277]

how is the boxing going for you

[@Samual_33]

@@actcanine5277 thanks for asking bro I was doing well up until the end of May. My new trainers spotted I had previously boxed soon as I got in my stance and started shadowboxing. Long story short I was planning to fight semi pro in December. Unfortunately I fractured my heel at work in June I'm relearning to walk with crutches at the moment. My physiotherapist said I should be able to box again but I'll wait and see how things go. It was a multiple fracture right underneath the ankle it's uncomfortable just putting weight on my now deformed heel. I went non surgery option.

[@hatmanularbore]

Most powerful advice👊🏻

[@mauriciom8430]

I train in Muay Thai but these videos are still useful because when we spar we also have to get inside and do punches. The only difference is that we kick, elbow and knee so we also spar kickboxing style so we just kick and there is more opportunity to get inside and box.

[@Sirclive]

Done 30 rounds for the last 3 weeks and still feeling hesitant. Thanks for uploading

[@tajwalikhan9995]

Khan vs Brook LETS GO!!! 🥊

[@BAMBINO-68]

this is my issue thanks man

[@fotis3v480]

I had my first spar after 4 lessons he put me up with a semi experienced 16 year and dang I was so 'scared'of opening up to hit the boy had zero confidence and ended up only blocking ( no head movement either) and kicking him off to reduce his pressure his hits might not have hurt or pushed me around but still the confidence part is so important. Second guy was an older really experienced guy i opened up more on him cause I didn't feel the pressure of not hurting him but i did catch a nice headkick lmao!! Good thing I've always kept my hands up instinctively. It's so fun to spar from what I've gathered and really helps finding your distance on moving targets.

[@taz2392]

We do jab only sparring however the amount of tapes my head gets rocked back is unreal and I’m 42. As soon as I get a little close BANG!

[@joaoguilherme2506]

This is video its literally for me kkk nice man god bless you (sorry for the english im brazilian)

[@mmartinisgreat]

I used to be so scared when getting into the ring. Lol

[@comicssmproduction955]

Honestly the main reason why I get anxious/ nervous is because I’m always sparring with different people. People I’ve NEVER seen or sparred with before so I don’t know what to expect, I don’t know how long they’ve been in the game for or how they fight.

[@PrecisionBoxing]

That’s ok, that kind of experience will prepare you much better

[@ronaldson57]

Can you post a new video on switching stance whole punching and throwing double right hand

[@Southpaw2198]

Solid advice. 51 this year, 30 years of boxing and still sparring but getting more and more gunshy as I get older

[@thesambongodragon1057]

Been watching this guy a long time basically call me a pro

[@jccloud7]

Hey JT, great training drill here. As a beginner, how do you deal with that "new person, ineffective half way offense and defense" mode sort of thing? I find myself trying to close distance with taller opponents (I'm 5"7) and trying to slip long jabs and then when I get close, they just back up and keep firing or they sit there and counter as soon as I go to punch. It feels like I can't win either way - I either get hit trying to move in or I try to hit them and get hit anyway. Hence the halfway defense on the way in. Loving your stuff!

[@j4m7yt59]

Learn how to cut off the ring you always have to out pressure in the center of the ring so you have control (ringeneralship) slowly step in but bring your lead foot foward without bring your whole upperbody so that way you push them back little by little, take ur time

[@beauherewini5972]

Just had my first sparring session today been boxing twice a day 4 times a week for 3 months a lot of my technique went out the window once i got in the ring i was landing some good shots but i was also a bit unsure on when i can actually get in there a punch without getting punched i was facing a much taller opponent but overall i felt good im going to focus a lot on sparring now and see how i go

[@lukekennedy6394]

I'd be scares if your rocking them casanivas when sparring!!! Amazing gloves

[@omadetrol8436]

Premium content as always

[@Grandpa_Boxer]

Awesome points coach. Would this also help with not getting gassed because of a so-called "bull-rusher"-?

[@PrecisionBoxing]

It's one way to deal with a bull rusher, but only if you know how to fight on the inside and you have solid defense.

[@thomashillman4860]

Hi Coach. I missed the the link for the Boxing collector. I'd like to check out their gloves. Can you get me the link or tell me how to get a hold of them? Thanks. Great video also

[@PrecisionBoxing]

thx for reminding me. I just added it.

[@fordylad285]

Started boxing for an event 6 weeks ago. Got 5 more weeks left and always get nervous about sparring, did 12 minute rounds on Monday and I always just freeze (I spa some bigger people) trying to get used to being punched is hard, I don’t mind the pain but I frustrate myself because I don’t throw enough

[@harrymcough5545]

Nice gloves

[@sainttrxy]

Just completed my first week in a boxing gym. Had my second body sparring session today and with 30 seconds remaining I felt like I was going to cry. I couldn't let my hands go, and basically just felt like a punching bag. I held back the tears and soldiered on, finishing the session. I've been feeling quite frustrated because of this. There's something mentally holding me back from actually pressing forward and boxing. I realize I've only been in an actual boxing gym for a week but I know I have it in me to do better. There was a brief moment on the ride home where I questioned whether boxing was for me. Whether I actually have what it takes. I don't have the answer but all I know is I'm not quitting. In this sport you will get hit. You will face resistance and it is up to you to decide whether to face it or whether to give up. There's very few things in my life that I've felt as passionate about as boxing. I'm 27 and for the past year I've been obsessed with this sport and have been taking steps to achieve my goal of doing (at least) one amateur fight. This might seem like a small goal but understanding how tough the sport is, it feels like a respectable target. I feel very humbled by how demanding the sport of boxing is. I just wanted to say that it helps so much having the wealth of knowledge that Precision Striking offers available at the click of a button. I feel confident knowing that if there's something I feel I need to work on, there's always a video or a breakdown for it. Many thanks to Jason and the team for always being in the corner of so many looking to learn and improve ourselves through boxing. I'm kinda broke so I left a small donation, but I also joined the membership and am looking forward to keep learning and pushing myself to reach whatever my potential might be. Thank you for being a part of this journey. 🙏

[@PrecisionBoxing]

Thank you for your support! It's much appreciated. I want the best for you in your boxing journey. I've been where you are where you are doubting yourself. Give yourself time to develop, be as consistent as you can. You are still quite young and will make big strides within the next two years. Keep at it!!

[@sainttrxy]

@@PrecisionBoxing Many thanks my man, I really appreciate the words of encouragement. 🙏🏽 All the best to you and looking forward to your videos, as always!

[@ocnbxng5038]

In terms of boxing I think, it's best to not be afraid of you get hit. If you're not afraid of being hit, you'll stay more relaxed and get better at anticipation. Likewise, in life, we shouldn't be afraid to fail.

[@mightyabdullah-el3401]

🥊💯

[@Khattab99]

You don't know how bad I want to become a professional boxer now adays.

[@segunfelix6821]

Thanks Coach , but can I use this without having boxing gloves on ??

[@joaoguilherme2506]

Yes uu can

[@sincerelyme7423]

👍🥊🙏💪

[@enfielddnepr]

Thank you for breaking the taboo of being scared..

[@raiwatsagdeo1752]

What to do once we get inside range... What are the things we should we looking at and working on ?

[@PrecisionBoxing]

Stay relaxed and focused forward, get comfortable being under fire. Then as you get comfortable start to understand the rhythm and counter punching opportunities.

[@raiwatsagdeo1752]

@@PrecisionBoxing thank you for the advice, Sir!

[@Gabehinojosatx]

Did my first sparring session on Wednesday. No trainer just tips from my friend over the phone and training solo. I was nervous AF as I’m 5’5 and 229 Lmaoo. So I’m fighting all heavy weights. Beginners too, but they train at the gym I went too. I kept getting hit and trying my best not to react or get in my head but wasn’t too successful. Did ok for my situation, landed some shots but about to go again. Still feel my stomach twirling lol we will see how it goes after a few months.

[@CREATEDBYJULIO]

what's the update homie? I'm 5'5" - 162 lbs. I have sparred about 5 sessions so far.

[@Gabehinojosatx]

Bro it’s been good! I’ve been sparring twice a week with a MMA guy. Guy is 6” 230 I think land he lets me work but also gives me lessons. Should be going to a boxing gym soon. But overall more comfortable!