The Blind Man Stance | Improve Your Balance

[@TheLusaso]

When you said "sit back" and then you did this little dance, honestly it made so much sense. Even when dancing you don't lean forward. You have so much more balance amd mobility at the hips like that - resulting in better slipping and more power. Thank you once again 🙏

[@gd1465]

Funny you say that, I have often thought that if boxing was masculine its feminine counterpart would be dancing, and I begin to believe that balance is necessary to understand anything truly. I wanting to start dancing for this reason but not really finding many instructional here on KZbin. But to confirm my theory, the need to dance with a partner and solo, Lomenchenkos father forced him to dance at one point, telling him it was essential to boxing. If anyone has exceptional footwork, angles and strategy in boxing, its Lomo (even though I seen he just lost recently). Marvin, if you happen to see this, I was curious if you knew any fighters to recommend studying. Your style is very unique, and I think seeing things applied against you're more typical fighter would give alot of clicks and "aha " moments. I know you've mentioned savate in general in one of your video. Thanks, take care gents.

[@s52pana]

I trained for 3 years and did plenty of sparring, but I feel like I didnt receive anywhere near as much information as this man gives. Really inspires me to wanna train again. Thank you for your videos!

[@andypiek30]

change your coach or team... start read more, choose better sparring partners, watch games. should work

[@s52pana]

@@andypiek30 this is past tense smartass

[@raymeester7883]

Why is that? Sounds unbelievable.

[@raymeester7883]

@Steel Rain Outdoors That's amazing.

[@s52pana]

@@raymeester7883 the coaches didnt teach footwork, the rifle, how to stay in true boxer stance while moving, jabbing, staying on balance at all times,... I know these are mr. Cooks terms and we learned a lot. We did plenty of mit work, sparring against other gyms, and drills and everything. Even had champion amateur fighters. Not saying it wasnt a good gym because it was. But the way he breaks down his concepts and passes on knowledge in such simple ways makes me realize how much I actually didnt know.

[@prixfighter4120]

That gym has a strange aura, I cant explain it. It just makes me want to train there

[@stan5032]

Nahh you are just trippingg I ain't saying nothing wrong about the gym but you

[@prixfighter4120]

@@stan5032 i said it for real man. Maybe it is the bags in the bag, or maybe it is how everyone is paying attention to the coach and willing to learn. There are some gyms where you can feel that energy. You can say whatever you want tho, i dont really care

[@stan5032]

@@prixfighter4120 it's okay Bro I understand what you want to say

[@prixfighter4120]

@@stan5032 thanks man i am from Argentina so i know my english can be hard to understand

[@rhashidvertus]

No music

[@winterramos4527]

Marvin is the hero we wanted and he became the HERO WE NEEDED!!! MARVIN 2021

[@ilimelekitiko7222]

🤣🤣🤣

[@thecopilot-twitch5085]

I really appreciate this kind of content. Informative and interesting. Thank you so much brother

[@XXX-ir4iq]

This gym reminds me of my own, old school, real good information, hella great instructor, and a respectful environment.

[@jimmynich4791]

I love the way this guy breaks it down and the analogies he uses to help his students understand.

[@Cloppa2000]

Marvin's movement is incredible! You can see such a difference from the subtle changes that he demonstrates! So glad he's back!

[@HugoFalconii]

Marvin's the only youtuber whose videos I like before actually watching them. You just know it'll be gold.

[@jrvapor]

Its funny how I've talked to plenty of coaches trained with different folks, but none of them have taught me the strategies that you have Mr. Cook, you're no joke man!!!

[@jahmonwilliamsreti5847]

Dude i havent seen you put a vid out for years. Good to see your still going man. Learnt alot from you when i was young

[@davidfernandez8515]

Marvin yours is one of the two channels I have the bell on. God bless you for the good you're doing with these

[@starshipdjs7524]

Thanks for keping em coming much appreciated 👍

[@ghostwolf5586]

So so happy you're back. Thank you for returning, you're one of a kind

[@Sanestpenji]

YOUR BACK! You have taught me everything I know about footwork in boxing. Thank you so much my dude! Love and respect from Dfw Texas!

[@duumek201]

Wow that's boxing gems ! Thanks

[@thankyouplease9870]

This vid is 100% .. the pointers covered in this vid are the the same pointers iv learned the hard way. In sparring. It’s great to see someone put this info in a well presented vid on KZbin👍

[@philipbessong6842]

This man may have single handedly saved my boxing career in 3 mins, thanks Marvin.

[@averagejoe2325]

Its nice to see you are back coach, keep it up !!! 👊👊👊

[@xKaiVibes]

This dudes dope

[@DrLongSchIong]

The king is back. Thank you marvin

[@thenegotiator7875]

Im orthodox and blind in my left eye, I've been using this stance for so long and didn't know it even had a name and this guy explains it so accurately

[@moses2626]

I'd start hating life if I had to square up w/ this guy in the streets. I'd be like "let's just drink a beer 🍺!"

[@BaselessTheoryLive]

Same is true for kicking! Awesome bro!

[@MrKeepnit100]

Once again another gem this stance definitely helped me in sparring....I'm a little harder to hit now

[@dretheboxer1061]

Ive watched ALOT of trainers, and you ate the ABSOLUTE best at explaining/teaching the art. I wsh i could pay you to train me. Keep grinding💪🏾

[@WolframtheBlessed3499]

We equate power with wind up. Damn that is so true and i had never really consciously noticed it. Great teaching!!!

[@azizdelta2693]

How is it possible he doesn't have millions of views.

[@jasonnorton2821]

Thrilled you are back! Some of my favorite YT content!

[@marlongrimm4606]

Man, i practice muaythay, but since founding your channel i'm giving to boxing one hour everyday at home... my thanks, master

[@theboltthrower8661]

Indeed, this is a great channel to merge your Muay Thai with pure technical Boxing and improve your striking.

[@ahmadnassar3366]

This guy is teaching the fundamentals for boxing he's teaching balance which is a big part of boxing he's teaching foot work which is a major disadvantage of practicing muai thai. I say focus on footwork for muai Thai because the knees and elbows and clinches and kicks combined with angles is dangerous

[@Fuice1]

@@ahmadnassar3366 The biggest dangers when adapting boxing is the heavy head movements, leaning and ducking makes you vulnerable for knees. Also cutting angles and having bodyweight on front leg. Apart from that there are huge benefits with implementing basic boxing to muay thai. Theres a lot of top muay thai fighters that has basic footwork and striking from boxing. Also balance is major key in mastering muay thai. Boxing has great balance when striking which is used same way in muay thai

[@HolTukIj]

@K R Being able to quickly switch stances seems to be key for effectiveness when combining mutiple disciplines.

[@ahmadnassar3366]

@@Fuice1 i know i am not saying to adopt the boxing guard because you'll be vulnerable to low kicks but up close it could be very useful because most of muai thai guys aren't used to loose the angles and the punches you throw are made to setup kicks unlike kickboxing they punch just like boxing

[@MARLONdaman]

Basic true facts and fundamentals of boxing‼️💯💯💯🔥

[@nathanhedger1751]

I have to retract my criticism from the other video. This video literally made his concept about hiding the foot much more simple to understand and will try it.

[@JK-ic1ot]

I was wondering what happened to you I always found your video is very informative and on point I’ve been binging them all day and I look forward to new ones thank you for making these videos 🔥

[@andrethomazonipessoasilva123]

This make a lot of sense. Nice tip, coach

[@mongopoe5099]

You’re an amazing explainer. I wish I could go to your gym

[@Economy872]

This is very useful information and it keeps me motivated to "keep training" even though gyms are closed a second time where I live due to COVID-19

[@timchavis9420]

I salute you Marvin cook FR NC !!

[@francescovitug5750]

Very interesting, it looks like the type of stance Andre Ward employs, he easily tracks his opponents down easily because of his balance and varying jabs.

[@Darron_]

I'm french, i don't understand all, but thanks for your Amazing content ! I learn really some basics, thanks you !

[@c.galindo9639]

Nice video and a big advantage in giving time and reaction against your opponent

[@headroom007]

Damm I'm so glad you're back. Great content

[@ojsimpson4040]

Great explanation. So clear in your instruction and excellent demonstration

[@M7lxl]

thank you coach you helped me a lot

[@damonphillips3151]

Great again never disappoint 👊🏿✊🏾

[@jonnycarter46]

This is great info for beginners getting into boxing or mma

[@damianprendergast1284]

Such a good tutor man, keep it up 💪🏼

[@krislawrence4117]

I want to be a future boxer,thank you for the information couch

[@richardv2270]

Yo finally. Welcome back sir

[@etherealentity7675]

You must do both!

[@ronaldmcburney8806]

You are absolutely right because if you look at the fight Terrence Crawford had with kell brook thats how he knocked brook out with that power shot that he didn't even see and had no time to react because there was no wind up perfect description 😉

[@By_Any_Means_Necessary]

It's like every wrong example of how not to fight is how i use to think was the right way to fight lol definitely drop jewels every video

[@javierwickham7906]

Oh shoot he's backkkkk!!!!!!!

[@TheFox711]

Great basics!

[@jandropicasso4941]

Love the content!

[@AyooMel42]

My model when I'm at home hitting the heavy bag, is it means nothing if you don't bring it home. Marvin Cook"

[@w4rf4c39]

Welcome back bro. Big ask here.. can you provide some advice for shorter boxers vs taller boxers? I’m 5’9 and I spar people that are 6’1 - 6’4. I know in actual amateur/pro matches the matchups aren’t so drastic but I need all the help I can get sparring these guys with 20+ pounds and a reach advantage. 🙏

[@NattyWerewolf]

I would sign up at this gym

[@diamondninja1118]

I love your videos dude ty

[@Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA]

If I was only Boxing, I would punch the leg, just like in kickboxing with kicks.

[@moo3992]

Whoah. Thanx!

[@JC23783]

I would love to get the chance to ask Marvin who he thinks would win a boxing match between '66-'67 Ali and pre-Douglas fight Mike Tyson.

[@doormatt1391]

Marvin is necessary esp 2020

[@32BitMikeTyson]

Your the best dude

[@johnroslin4348]

Marvin, is there any chance you could create a video on tips to work the heavy bag correctly?

[@indigameriseminalindian]

Thank you.

[@FiggyvonKaan]

Was Marvin Cook a professional or amateur boxer? I'd love to watch him fight.

[@tonesbones502]

Closing your eyes is a good trick to find balance but I don't think thats why fighters lean forward. It's putting the bait out there so you can counter hit. It also allows you to do a full weave back without having to step back. Leaning forward works great for guys with fast movement and hands, many champions do it. If you're not that fast I recommend you don't do it.

[@felon8222]

Talks a lot of sense

[@tellzrapsproduces7303]

Peek and Boom.

[@hafidzmohmar5620]

So move in sideways position using your hips?

[@nicocontreras5366]

I didn´t get why is called blind man stance but really liked the video anyway :)-

[@cubant2258]

What gym does he coach at so I go to a seminar ?

[@creamofthecrop5868]

Thoughts on wide stances? Because I see a lot of boxers stand some bit wider than you do.

[@anthonybeckman]

I train Muay Thai an I'm wondering if this is applicable in my discipline.

[@DoomRater]

Switching into this stance means your legs will be vulnerable to kicks. Switch in to throw jabs and cut a corner then step back into Thai stance. Shane Fazen did something similar in his first pro Muay Thai fight to disrupt attacks with a sharp jab!

[@seanthegreat211ttvbtw4]

Why are toes pointed so inward. If I were to change stances and circle to the right you would be off balance. The guy even cought you off balance and you had to adjust him for doing a something every fighter is taught. Which is to step with your jab because closes distance for other options. But what do I know I'm some random 🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️

[@zareh805]

These guys look MMA

[@sportsaddict790]

damn you’re back i thought u died or smth

[@iblameabel]

Would like your thoughts on the greats, such as Salvador Sanchez

[@timothyfreeman97]

Iesum Christum Domine is calling you.

[@iblameabel]

@@timothyfreeman97 Yahshuah is my God. Jesus Christ, Son of the Living God.

[@iblameabel]

@@timothyfreeman97 put away your IDOLATRY ways! Stop following religious teachings and traditions. Start following YESHUA AKA JESUS CHRIST! Exodus 20:4 4 Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth. Matthew 23:9 King James Version 9 And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven. Matthew 6:6 King James Version 6 But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. It says to pray to your FATHER in Heaven, not MARY! Or the saints! And call no man FATHER!

[@ryanbaileyboxing]

👏🏾

[@build-a-beastboxingtv9535]

No sir, we equate with. Shifting weight from the back foot to the front foot & vice versa while twisting hips & shoulders naturally moving your head east to west across your opponents head to generate maximum power! Punches thrown in this fashion at a true boxing stance practitioner will be overwhelming proving this truth to be false!

[@michaelbishop9276]

Who’s a fighter I can study that demonstrates this style?

[@jamesmiles1328]

Muhammad Ali is exactly the boxer he’s talking about,but he had a more cocky swagger about him hands down stuff,Ali would make you come out of your stance lose balance he would just pop you with counters

[@chiliblack02]

Hey Marvin cook are you still teaching or are you retired?

[@mcmma9209]

Retired. These videos are from years ago

[@333mike2]

i really need help with something if anyone can help, im 14 rite i box started about a month ago and i was sparring with someone in the gym, and i know the basics somewhat and i know since my wingspan is shorter i need to get in the pocket more, but looking at fighters like tyson who are similar to me wingspan and height wise and he out jabbed his opponents when i try to throw any type of punch i get jabbed in the nose and i know i need to improve my head movement and foot work but i have no clue how

[@iiSomeone]

You should rewatch Marvin’s videos, it’s all about stance champ

[@333mike2]

@@iiSomeone appreciate you

[@thenegotiator7875]

@@333mike2 once you get your stance down the next thing you'd wanna do is yeah practice with a friend but not spar freely, a good drill for footwork and stance is to have a friend and just move around together, in and out left and right and circular motions without punching and just focus on your feet. Then just make it light jab sparring when your comfortable, this drill will help you with stance n footwork, it will help you find your range quicker too when you add the jab. And just slowly build up from there to straight punches only that will test your guard abit but that's alright you need to get used to holding shape when getting hit and not breaking stance, make certain rounds straights or curved punches only, jab only, lead hand only, just so you get a feel of how to defend certain punches without being thrown right into sparring without it. But if your a month in master the basics, work on your footwork, rotation on your punches, work on your jab and different types, and most of all stay consistent.

[@thenegotiator7875]

This is pretty easy technique to learn, put this into your jab sparring kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHvEfI1_lNSimKM

[@333mike2]

@@thenegotiator7875 thank you will do 🙏🏼

[@BLUELIFELIBERTY]

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[@xatheus]

Dr Sick

[@illumin6ti515]

why other dude so stiff??

[@TRVPx0]

:)

[@aidenwood2273]

Face reveal

[@omarblaze9194]

Guy knows his stuff but talks about it too much, over complicates it

[@johnhubble9765]

Your videos are awesome, I've trained and fought Mauy Thai, and learned the peekaboo style, because of the square stance similar to Mauy Thai. But this is some informative stuff, and enjoy learning new techniques, Thank you.

[@rhashidvertus]

Good stuff 🙌