Combinations
L-step, then one-two
FlowL-step → Left jab → Right cross
L-step, then one-two means quickly pulling your front foot in near your back foot at close range, then moving out to the left so your feet trace an L, and throwing a one-two from the new position. You take a spot the opponent can't easily see, such as right beside them or toward their back, before you punch. Use it as a way out of standing square and trading punches face to face.
| Type | Combinations |
|---|---|
| Notation | 1-2 |
| Number of punches | 2 |
| Footwork and defense | L-step |
| Goals | Footwork Techniques, Angle Techniques, Close-Range Techniques |
| Guard | Written for orthodox (left foot forward) |
L-step, then one-two: step by step
- At close range, quickly pull your front foot in near your back foot.
- From there, move out to the left and get off the opponent's front. Your feet trace the shape of an L.
- Once you're at their side, reset your guard and turn your body toward them.
- Drive in a left jab, then a right cross.
L-step, then one-two: key points
- Pull the front foot in quickly. If pulling in and moving out are one continuous move, you get to their side before they can turn.
- Aim for right beside them or toward their back. Take a spot they can't easily see before you punch.
- Use it at close range, as a way to get off their front when your bodies are close.
L-step, then one-two: common mistakes
- Pulling the front foot in slowly. The opponent reads it and turns to face you before you get to their side.
- Punching before you've turned your body toward them after moving out. The one-two comes from a broken stance and has no power behind it.
L-step, then one-two: how to practice
- In shadowboxing, pull your front foot in, move out to the left, turn back and throw a one-two. Repeat it, checking on the floor that your feet trace an L.
- On the heavy bag, start close to the bag, circle to its side with the L-step, turn back and drive in a one-two.
Moves in this technique
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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.