Boxing Stances & Punches
The Orthodox Stance (Right-Handed)
- Left foot forward, right foot back
- Hands up, chin tucked
- Left hand = jab hand, Right hand = power hand
The Southpaw Stance (Left-Handed)
- Right foot forward, left foot back
- Mirror image of orthodox
- Right hand = jab, Left hand = power
The Punches
| Number | Punch | Hand |
|---|
| 1 | Jab | Lead hand (quick, straight) |
| 2 | Cross | Rear hand (power, straight) |
| 3 | Lead Hook | Lead hand (arcing, to the side) |
| 4 | Rear Hook | Rear hand (power hook) |
| 5 | Lead Uppercut | Lead hand (upward, close range) |
| 6 | Rear Uppercut | Rear hand (power uppercut) |
Common Combinations
| Combo | Punches | When to Use |
|---|
| 1-2 | Jab-Cross | Basic setup — use constantly |
| 1-2-3 | Jab-Cross-Hook | The bread and butter |
| 1-1-2 | Jab-Jab-Cross | Double jab creates opening |
| 1-2-3-2 | Jab-Cross-Hook-Cross | Four-punch combo |
| 3-2 | Hook-Cross | Inside fighting |
Tip: Master the jab first. It's the most important punch in boxing — it sets up everything else.
