Combinations
One-two-hook, side step, one-two
FlowLeft jab → Right cross → Left hook → Side step → Left jab → Right cross
One-two-hook, side step, one-two is a combination where a one-two-hook (jab, cross, left hook) pins the opponent in place, you move to the side with a side step, and then you drive in the power one-two. While the opponent stays facing forward and stopped, only you move and change the angle. Punching before they turn to face you lets you avoid a head-on exchange.
| Type | Combinations |
|---|---|
| Notation | 1-2-3-1-2 |
| Number of punches | 5 |
| Footwork and defense | Side step |
| Goals | One-Two Techniques, Angle Techniques, Footwork Techniques |
| Guard | Written for orthodox (left foot forward) |
One-two-hook, side step, one-two: step by step
- From your stance, throw a left jab.
- Follow with a right cross.
- Follow with a left hook to pin the opponent facing forward.
- Move to the side with a side step.
- From the new angle, throw a left jab.
- Follow with the power right cross.
One-two-hook, side step, one-two: key points
- Throw the first one-two-hook to pin the opponent in place and keep them facing forward.
- While the opponent is stopped, only you move to the side and change the angle.
- The power punch is the second one-two. Drive it in before the opponent turns to face you.
One-two-hook, side step, one-two: common mistakes
- Losing your balance on the first one-two-hook. Your side step comes late, and the opponent turns to face you before you get the angle.
- Punching before your stance is set after moving to the side. The power one-two has no power behind it.
- Moving too little to the side. The angle doesn't change and you're back to a head-on exchange.
One-two-hook, side step, one-two: how to practice
- In shadowboxing, after the one-two-hook, move to the side with a side step, turn back toward where the opponent is, then throw the one-two. Check that your stance hasn't broken after moving.
- On the heavy bag, after the one-two-hook, move to the side and drive in the one-two from a position at a new angle to the bag.
Moves in this technique
Related techniques
By goalOne-Two TechniquesAngle TechniquesFootwork Techniques
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.