The Basic Boxing Punches Explained | How & Why

[@wakstar1]

Hi Tony, I’m 42 and 13 weeks into boxing. Sparring and training 3 hours every Sunday with ex preofessional welterweight. You and him are well aligned in coaching approach so I find your videos fit nicely. I’m mainly working on my jab so far. I’ve got the bug. I can’t learn enough now. Working on my fitness all the time and I’m coming on with my technique… so much to learn… day at a time. Thanks again for really clear visuals and verbals.

[@ispeciprasebaunko111]

You need 2-3 years to become solid boxer.. best wishes

[@scottgoodison2666]

@@ispeciprasebaunko111 2/3 years lol

[@emello4you]

@@scottgoodison2666 And some whisky for a pre warmup

[@bigtsshackfestival9563]

40 myself and am loving the fitness and technique aspects of boxing. I was always a wrestler and never got into it myself but always did love watching great matches Great to hear. I’m 3 days in lol

[@elfnino4878]

Ah I'm coming back into boxing at 35 and I was wondering how I'd fare with it. No offense but since you're a bit older and still gettin' it in that gives me hope

[@No_Boxing_No_Life25]

I know you don't know me but you've been my boxing coach for a couple of years now. I've learned so much from just watching you're very detailed videos. People around me are impressed on how much I've learned, and some people are convinced that I had a lot of formal training. The best part is the amount of confidence in myself that I have gained. Thank you, sir! 🙏

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Glad to help mate!

[@danielgrey4426]

He's all of our boxing coach haha

[@_sarcasmiss2141]

My gym closed for renovation and I've only a punching bag at home. Im happy to be learning so much from your videos as a beginner! Keep it up!

[@farimalik5949]

Aye man you've made me box at my local gym and I'm loving it. Thank you for making these vids🙌

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Nice mate! Let me know if you got any questions or problem with boxing technqiues

[@zomb1elvis]

I love watching these videos! I've gone in and out of boxing for years so its always good to see someone patiently going over the basics so i can find flaws in my own techniques

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Happy to help mate 👊

[@revenant2943]

I'm in the same boat. What I do is train at a gym and use Tony's videos as a supplement.

[@waslospsscht1255]

@@revenant2943 nice! Never stop working on urself brother and you get stronger and stronger

[@rossfowler7530]

Tony’s videos genuinely improve my technique and boxing in whenever I train

[@marcosgoncalves8541]

​@@Tony_Jeffries A hug from Brazil. I have a doubt. At the moment of impact, does only the wrist stiffen or the whole body?

[@PopeyeBerlin]

Thanks, Tony, for all your videos. Not only I learn a lot of your videos but you are also able to motivate me to try harder. I am just boxing at home on a heavy bag, double ended bag and speed bag without a coach - up to now. From now on you are my coach. All your videos are very helpful and I love watching them. 👍🥊

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Great to hear mate! Keep it up... If u don’t mind, could u please share this vid on ya social media please. Will really help me out :) All good if not 👊🏻

[@PopeyeBerlin]

@@Tony_Jeffries Of course I will share this vid. 👊

[@marine5480]

I’m 42 and I’ve just got into kickboxing. Yes, I know it’s not just boxing. I’ve been loving videos like this because the techniques transfer. My biggest struggle is footwork. I struggle with balance due to being an amputee. Which is also why I’ve been doing so much research on striking. I’ve found a few videos pertaining to movement that I’ve found helpful, but it’s been a fun struggle trying to figure it out. I’ve found all the videos from this channel very helpful so far.

[@roycarder6179]

The best tutorial boxing coach on you tube he’s a credit to the sport of Boxing .

[@jjinmisang]

8:07 Screw Shot w/ the Lead Hand 8:35 Rear Uppercut 10:31 Jab to the Body 11:25 Bolo Punch

[@corinadinglasa2625]

Thank you for creating this video equally putting emphasis on the footwork. I am a 50 year old woman who had a lumbar injury almost a year ago. I am positive boxing will help me with my full smooth recovery. Accident happened June 2023. Thank you!!!

[@Gh0st_0723]

I love you man!!! Been training for 8 years, still pickup basics from you all the time.

[@petercherkos8019]

As a beginner, this is exactly the kind of technical video I was looking for. Logical & practical explanation with great video representation. Thanks! Instant follow!!

[@Nothing.T]

i don't go to the boxing gym but i love watching your videos and doing it by myself at home thanks

[@mertzonyoutube8995]

I'm one of those who loves boxing but there isn't a boxing gym near me but i practice all the stuff u teach even tho i don't have a heavy bag and i'm really enjoying it thank you so much!

[@Tony_Jeffries]

I appreciate it mate, try buying heavybag mate and for sure you'll enjoy it more.

[@kristianjensen5877]

Excellent breakdown. Definitely going to refer our beginner students to this video to give them an idea of what punches we'll primarily be working on over the course of our classes. =) Regarding the Bolo punch, I like to explain it as an "uppercut to the body". Strictly speaking this is nonsense (because the punch doesn't go very far up), but the bio-mechanical execution is very similar to a rear uppercut.

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Thanks Kris... appreciate it ma man

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Do you got a question about the Basic Punches in Boxing? Let me know 👇 👇 Watch Next: How to Pivot Hook on the Heavy Bag: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJSZdGiYpN2Wrc0

[@Miliotiiss]

Which body punch you think is best?

[@brianjohnson250]

First off your Legend and I love your Channel I have a punching bag that weighs in about 300 and change , solid sand is that too much , even though i have the power to practice properly

[@Fyrverk]

Great vid. Explains the basics, fast enough to keep attention, intresting and informative without going too far in detail. Best basics I've seen in a while

[@aliceinwonderland8926]

I love your videos Tony. I have been a fan of boxing for some time but too scared to commit to getting coaching or even practising in the gym. All of your technique videos help me heaps. My shadow and I have been in 100s of bouts so far. I think I am winning ;). Thanks again

[@vancenelson2099]

If someone is saying "me hands' instead of "my hands", I trust they know what they are talking about with throwing punches

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Haha 👍🏼

[@GatoSalvaje]

Thanks for re-explaining the basic principles, always need to know what, how and why!! Greetings from Guatemala!! 🥊🇬🇹

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Happy to help mate, have you watched this? kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXyneZepi7NjmJo

[@GatoSalvaje]

@@Tony_Jeffries Thanks!! I'm waiting for the spanish version of both videos!!!

[@davidellul788]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience Tony. I learn an incredible deal from each and every video.

[@Tony_Jeffries]

I appreciate it David 🥊 You can check all my videos here: kzbin.infovideos

[@wakstar1]

Even though I’ve seen this video several times I still find the “feint..pivot hook” gag so funny. We’ll delivered sir. Your comedy timing is as good as your punch timing clearly 🤣

[@Tony_Jeffries]

haha thanks Joseph... grate observation mate

[@emes8742]

I was pivoting wrong on the jab - I could see that after I watched this. Thank you.

[@Peer_Review]

Hey Tony, of the 8 advanced uppercuts what's the difference between 2. "Rear Uppercut" and 3. "Uppercut with Rear Hand", was there a mistake? or is 3. specifically the different ranges of 2.?

[@jordanmorrow4757]

I was wondering the same thing

[@sameerqureshi-kh7cc]

Tony you are a living legend! Your way of teaching is just fantastic! All the best good luck man 😊👍

[@joe.4199]

My favorite channel for learning boxing! Keep it up 🥊👊

[@Tony_Jeffries]

I appreciate that mate 👊

[@zenhen617]

Thanks for the new video tony! Starting on a new amateur program at my gym, gonna be lots of work but watching your videos give me the motivation!

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Let me know mate if you have any questions that I could help you with 👊

[@Samthebritishgent]

Found this channel today I love it it’s so informative and I feel like after a few months I’ll feel a lot more confident with self defence thank you sir from a young lad who’s trying to get a bit fitter

[@bryonwatkins1432]

GREAT tutorial, champ!!!! ESPECIALLY about the transfer of weight!!!! At Broadway Boxing in South Central, Los Angeles, Vernon Fletcher taught me this well!!!! That was back in the late 90’s!!!!

[@slayer5571]

Hey mate,good job as always.I have stopped traning boxing from quite some time due to other priorities,but you have returned my spark for practising the sweet science again.God bless you,mate !

[@johnfranchina84]

Great coaching as always! In addition to shadow boxing and a heavy bag, the only other thing for home training is a full length mirror. Learn a lot from a mirror and it doesn’t lie to you.

[@SsempijjaJohnMessi]

Hi Jonny am on national open in uganda bt I like your work🇺🇬🙋

[@davidrego4706]

Thank you Tony for the videos. I’m 54 and took up boxing to learn self defense and to get in shape

[@Twobarpsi]

I'm an intermediate, but found this video great as a review! Definitely learned some things! ✊

[@AkarshanSharma]

I have recently started boxing and your content really helps me. Trying to work on my footwork. Love from India.

[@ceciliaromia]

Amazing video, Tony! Super helpful! Thank you so much! Love from Argentina!

[@styloroc2000]

Hi Tony, I've been following your channel for some time now and, by far, you produce the best content on these topics on KZbin -- you do such a good job of communicating in a way that is technical but practical that I really appreciate. I was wondering if i could get your thoughts (and perhaps, can you do a video) on how to manage training in order to suit your strengths and goals -- strength vs. agility vs. endurance. Acknowledging that they're all important in boxing and fighting, sometimes you have to put emphasis on one rather than the other, depending on your physical attributes (eg. size, weight, height, reach, etc.), what you're training for (eg. boxing vs. self defense), and economics (time, resources, space to train). What would you suggest would be the way to make those decisions on what to emphasize and perhaps provide calisthenic exercises (or at least, exercises that do not require extensive/expensive equipment) to improve those aspects.

[@Joel_gym]

Really smart way to transfer people over to another of your videos!

[@Callmesi]

Brilliant video. Been boxing for a few months now and this clearly explained a few things I wasn’t sure of.

[@lologarroteiesteve227]

Just wanted to thank you Tony for what you doing here. Amazing job. The way you teaching and mastering boxing from the basics. Thank you so much for sharing your boxing knowledge. It is a privilege to get lessons from you for free anytime anywhere in the world. It is obvious you love this sport Just wanted to thank. Excuse everyone my grammar

[@Tony_Jeffries]

I appreciate it, more videos to come mate 🥊

[@Mma-basement-215]

I'm so glad you said break it down 5 different types of punches you have your Jab your cross your hook your uppercut and you have a overhand off the top my head that's the punches I'm thinking because the cross is a straight punch overhand can find its way over your opponent's hand or glove

[@hermisid]

Thank you, mate. A lot of additional material to practice. I'm old starter, 36yo, and your videos really helping me with understandings and ideas. Thank you, Tony, from Tony :)

[@Luke.hello.]

I'm just starting out with boxing, thanks for that. The punches performed correctly look amazing.

[@dhouibnouha8627]

I love watching your videos and focusing on every detail you mention...your videos are very helpful to remember the instructions to follow Thanks a lot

[@assimweamos]

Hi Tonny, I'm Nicholas 22years been training but have a lot to learn from you broth

[@boxinggamerz594]

The most completes tutorials ever made, they fix all my doubt, thank you champ💪❤️

[@Foamnation14]

Thanks tony, i watch your videos alot so i can learn how to defend myself.

[@enriquegilbert2002]

love the video man i just started boxing and im loving the sport

[@julianmarktorio7376]

Practicing boxing 1week Watching all video recommend Thank you so much tony

[@jacobquackenbush2981]

I’m kinda just using boxing as exercise, I don’t really plan on fighting, but knowing hip and foot movement combined with proper punches makes for a great workout

[@riffz6065]

I feel like my fighting IQ elevates just by watching this man's videos.

[@liledusty123456]

#1 00:35 - Jab (Lewy Prosty) 1:26 - Jab + Step #2 2:15 - Power Punch (Prawy Prosty)

[@jjlrb_b]

Tysm! My parents doesn't allow me to study boxing, so i thought i can learn from videos

[@salehaffan2608]

Please do a video on how to condition your abbs for fighting.

[@karllegrand]

Thank you for this video.

[@zxcvbnm6669]

awesome videos.. nothing like this on youtube. thank you for taking the time to make this happen..

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Thank you 🙏🏼 means alot Please share it :) will help

[@AdamsAndCompan]

Thank you for getting back to posting about boxing again. I never want to leave a negative comment but I all those self defense videos had me worried for a bit.

[@snakebox4049]

thank you for being the model for my art, no other good references so thank you very much

[@Sonarkhushi]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience tony sir.

[@vikaschaugule8890]

Hey Dude, thanks man I was waiting for this video, however now I am waiting for advanced body punching video. Waiting..............

[@Tony_Jeffries]

HI mate i got a lot of videos about Body punches search Tony Jeffries Body Punch

[@garryleach767]

WHAT A GEM OF A GUY .

[@barneymaurirere9592]

U Sir R in that small group of Coaches who become True Teacher's 👍. Brilliant delivery Mr Tony . Sticks in Ur brain like porridge sticks to Ur ribs . Nothing but effective. Thanku Sir .

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Ur welcome mate

[@duncantwaits5809]

Excellent Tony, many thanks!

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kimazd50]

ur my favourite boxing teacher💪🏼🔥🔥

[@sammyaberle2541]

Hey Tony! Which hand should be your jabbing hand? Your dominant? I’m right handed, so does that mean jab with my right? Just started watching these as instructional videos for heavybag workouts and love it!!

[@Tony_Jeffries]

You should jab with your left… most of the time. Have u got a coach?

[@sammyaberle2541]

@@Tony_Jeffries I don't have a personal coach, no. Not until I started watching your videos :)

[@antoniomcneary]

Great teaching and got a lot out of it. I really appreciate you going over the weight distribution of the feet and how you transition the weight to increase impact for them, however being very fond of % numbers I would have liked if you made it super technical and go over %-ages for every move. Although I have some martial arts experience I could tell a good chunk of your more subtle, finer points were lost on me and would appreciate if you had a guy to pose with the guard, spacing, and footwork shown more clearly. Thanks for your work and I love your content!

[@RenoArruba]

thanks champ... respect from indonesian

[@Kyle-pl2yb]

Beginner here…I always finish my boxing classes and come home watch your videos to perfect the technique and study more ❤ that bolo punch is the worst thing that can happen to someone 😂😂 takes the breath out of your whole body

[@tylerjack4290]

Can you do a video on how to Jab properly and what a proper Jab should feel like

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Hi mate, I got a video how I perfected the JAB - search TONY JEFFRIES HOW to JAB

[@mantap31825]

Boxing, is so pratically in daily life

[@thesaviour242]

This video taught me a few tricks, sometimes I forget to go over the basics and focus too much trickier combinations.

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Have you watched this mate? kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXyneZepi7NjmJo

[@richpoorworstbest4812]

Tony.... Do you teach to twist the straight punch Only until the front knuckles are pretty much completely horizontal.... Or do you teach to pop a little more twist so the straight punch hand twists past horizontal and the front knuckle ends up on a slightly downward dejectory ??? Like a final little bit of twist on impact??

[@TheOnerice]

Never boxed like this and never will, but thanks for opening my eyes to why I'm really a whimp. Subscribed :D

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Thanks for subscribing mate! You can check out more of my videos here: kzbin.infovideos

[@paulmaul2186]

I wished KZbin and your channel had been around when I was in public school!!

[@harleybrown2194]

I do my 1,2,3,4 training a bit different. I teach to take a tiny step with the lead foot and the jab with the foot and punch meeting at the same time. With the second punch I do not teach to get on your toes yet but to slid the back foot back to your base stance. This is for absolute maximum speed with fast quick foot movement and punches. Then comes the third punch being the hook and this punch comes from your big toe, your hips, your waste, your shoulder and most importantly you turn your hand over, and then you get up on your toes for the 4th punch and hit hard. The 1, 2 is just a set up for the 3, 4. If your throwing a hook to the body then the form your showing is good but if your throwing it to the head you need to turn it over. So the top of your hand should be at the top. Just pointing that out.

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Thanks for the comment Harley!

[@modetraining2961]

Can’t believe I’ve only just found & subscribed to this channel. Excellent content mate. Ta very much!

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Welcome aboard! Appreciate it ma man

[@modetraining2961]

@@Tony_Jeffries 😊

[@homerjacob6328]

Love the poonch haha. Good stuff.

[@jamealjordon1376]

What kind of heavy bag or double end bag (considering the bottom end is used to tie it down) is that?

[@kishorekancharala7944]

You are the best mate !! Keep doing these great vidoes... Excellent inputs! A lot of details... Awesome coach!! 👌

[@FedericoMusic_]

Hi, thanks for your videos. You say to be relaxed. However, do you tense your arm when you hit?

[@mrsbootsworkouts]

Pretty awesome, thank you!!

[@LaraCoimbra93]

Hello I'm 29 years old and I live with chronic patelar inflammation. I do phisiotherapy but now I have taken up boxing to lose weight and have fun.

[@Stlth-allied9]

What if you are sparring with someone shorter how do you use head movement to maneuver around him or do you just use foot work

[@clementegarcia4261]

Awesome video setup of listening to your lecture while seeing the demonstration using a split screen.

[@Tony_Jeffries]

What's your fav punches in the video mate?

[@clementegarcia4261]

I’m focusing on perfecting the left hook to the body. Being right handed, the left hook punch is awkward to throw. Thank you for all you do for us who are not pros like you!!

[@Clipsonly6969]

Just started training 12 years old thank you

[@statueteethtv]

Tony man you’re such a good trainer

[@mikoajkobylanski3016]

Fantastic Job with these videos ! thank you!

[@MaiNguyen-qo6wf]

Hey tony my son is a right handed boxer but he doesn’t use orthodox style he uses southpaw style instead can you make a videos on how that works?

[@bobmango8472]

A yo just a specific question: you mentioned to twist your body whilst in the boxing stance to avoid being a bigger target, but what do we do when we're fighting peek-a-boo? Isn't mike tyson be a bigger target while fighting too? Because i don't see him twisting his body, instead i see him bopping his whole body left and right whilst still keeping his body unrotated (while not punching obviously)

[@sloijen]

The peek-a-boo boxing style is more squared indeed. He did want his opponents to throw punches, so, he could counter them. Tyson got the power from his punches from slipping and throwing his weight behind it. He slips, generates power, then comes back with an unexpected combination against his way taller opponents. Tysons style is one of the most difficult ones to learn, you got to know how to dodge the punches or you will get hurt. He does rotate his body, the man is just so fast that you barely will see it unless you slow it down. His whole boxing stance is so balanced, that it did perfectly work for him.

[@bobmango8472]

​@@sloijen Nice comment, thanks. Neatly explained it. I do know he rotates his body, just when punching. I was asking about when he wasn't punching, his normal stance, there which he isn't rotating. One thing i love about Tyson is how he leans in towards his punches and pushes through them, having the opponents absorb all that energy. And the number one Tyson aspect imo was how frantically, constantly he moved around - he never stopped. He was like a damn machine. That's what's protected him so much and allowed him to attack imo: Perfectly combining offence and defence. 99% of boxers box stably, and not frantically like that.

[@ispeciprasebaunko111]

Tony give u basic boxing school rule.. after 10 years in boxing you can twist your body like Mike Tyson.. you must learn abs off boxing..that watch.. Floyd..Pacciao..or Tyson.. beacus theythey will confuse you 😉

[@faradaysage15]

I come from a taekwondo background long before MMA was even heard of by most in the United States. I met a boxing coach home has become my friend from professional circles and I'm looking forward to learn more about boxing. done nothing but watch it as a sport since watching Spinks' famous fights in the 1980s. now that I'm older and several tough shoulder surgeries to work through, I'm looking to challenge myself with boxing. any tips on training speed? I've done weight training pushing the iron as fast as I can on someone's crazy advice and it seems to help.

[@Twisty_]

I used to hate leaf hook but now years later it’s my favorite punch

[@jezrix]

Great video mate.

[@synchronicitypolicetribute8112]

Hi Tony. (Or any of you guys) What bag do you recommend for a very beginner? We have No where to hang a bag. It would have to be self standing of some sorts. Thanks for your time and info!!!!

[@Tony_Jeffries]

40-70 pounds mate.. check this out mate: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3asl2Scl9iAgKs

[@fordwk]

Thank you Tony...I will try it tomorrow.

[@Coltbreath]

Thank You First timer to the channel! Now subscribed! Cheers

[@PTL360]

Thanks for all the hard work! O36O!!

[@luiesmaes5333]

You’re the man Tony🎉

[@iphototherapybyilse5918]

Such creative videos you’ve on this channel. I just subscribed!

[@antman004]

Hey Tony, I got a question. Is it bad to to make your chest parallel to your jab hand when your punch has reached its farthest point? I’ve noticed that I do this sometimes and it seems inefficient.

[@birddaddydetta]

Parallel as in it's pointing 90 degrees to the right? I feel like you might lose some of the explosiveness of the punch but I am having a hard time imagining this

[@maximan4363]

That was fascinating Tony, thank you!