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Chapter Three
position shouldn’t be tight or rigid. Bend your head for-
ward 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 turned in.
There you go.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.
Box Trot
Boxing is a lot more like dancing than you might
imagine. One immediately thinks of using hands and
arms when you bout but not so much legs and feet.
However, being able to move rapidly and economically,
balanced and ready to attack or defend, is vital.
Moving Forward: The lead or left foot steps first then the right
foot closes the distance. Steps are small. Note that the stance
remains intact throughout. When moving back, the back or right
foot leads.
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