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Chapter 2

Boxer’s Stance:
Arms, Hands & Head
Now tuck your elbows
in close to your sides
and raise your forearms
up straight.Arrange the
pillars of your arms so
they protect that area of
your torso that faces the
target. Hold your arms
with just enough tension
to keep them upright.
This position shouldn’t
be tight or rigid. Bend
your head forward so
that you’re viewing your
opponent partially
through your eyebrows.
At this point, your hands
should be about chin to
cheek level. Palms are
The boxer’s stance: an athlete’s turned in.
ready position with hands up, chin
down and elbows tucked. This is your boxer’s

stance.You are equally prepared to throw punches as
well as defend against them. In this ready position you
are relaxed. Never tense.

Stepping
Boxing is a lot more like dancing than you might
imagine. One thinks of using hands and arms when you
box but not so much legs and feet. However, being able
to move rapidly and economically, balanced and ready
to attack or defend, is vital.

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