Page 25 - Doug Werner Boxer's Start-Up

Boxer’s Stance

toward your target.
Flex your knees and
bend a bit at the hips
keeping your back
fairly straight. Slightly
lift your back heel off
the deck.

This is more or less a
basic athletic posture
in which you’re bal-
anced and solid on
your feet. A push from
any direction will not
cause you to easily
stumble.You are ready
to move in any direc-
tion the action dic-
tates.This is the lower
half of the “on guard”
or ready position.

Boxer’s Stance:
Arms, Hands & Head
To complete the northern half,
tuck your elbows in close to
your sides and raise your fore-
arms 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

24