Combinations
Simultaneous left jab counter (catch)
FlowCatch and Left jab at the same time
Simultaneous left jab counter (catch) means stepping in as the opponent throws a left jab, catching it with your right hand just as it starts, and throwing your own left jab at the same time. You don't knock their jab aside. You stop it head-on, which breaks both their forward movement and their rhythm. Use it against an opponent trying to take control with the jab.
| Type | Combinations |
|---|---|
| Notation | 1 |
| Number of punches | 1 |
| Footwork and defense | Catch |
| Goals | Counterpunching Techniques, Defense-to-Offense Techniques |
| Guard | Written for orthodox (left foot forward) |
Simultaneous left jab counter (catch): step by step
- Watch for the opponent's left jab as it starts.
- Don't flinch. Take one step in, front foot first.
- Catch their jab head-on with your right palm while it's still starting.
- At the same moment you catch it, shoot your own left jab to their face.
Simultaneous left jab counter (catch): key points
- Don't swipe their jab sideways. Press it and stop it head-on. Once it's stopped, both their momentum and their punching rhythm break.
- Catch and punch at the same time. Rather than throwing the left jab hard, shoot it out as if placing it in front of their face.
- Step forward instead of back. Stepping in takes the force out of their momentum head-on.
Simultaneous left jab counter (catch): common mistakes
- Backing away because you're afraid of their jab. Your catching hand isn't in time, and your own jab doesn't reach.
- Splitting it into two moves, catch then punch. The opponent has time for their next punch, and the point of punching at the same time is lost.
Simultaneous left jab counter (catch): how to practice
- In shadowboxing, make a small catching shape with your right hand in front of your face while throwing a left jab at the same time. Use a mirror to check that both hands move on the same beat.
- On the heavy bag, make the shape of lightly pressing the bag with your right hand, and at that moment take a step in and drive in a left jab.
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Left and right are written for orthodox (left foot forward). If you're southpaw, swap left and right as you read. How to read the notation
This is Japanese-style boxing: techniques as taught at a boxing gym in Japan. American or Mexican coaches may teach some of them differently.