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One-two, step back, left hook
FlowLeft jab → Right cross → Step back → Left hook
One-two, step back, left hook is a combination where you throw a one-two, step back and finish with a left hook. The order stays the same, but changing the tempo lets you throw off what the opponent expects. If you tend to keep attacking at one steady rhythm and get read, it also works as a drill to build changes of pace into your body.
| Type | Combinations |
|---|---|
| Notation | 1-2-3 |
| Number of punches | 3 |
| Footwork and defense | Step back |
| Goals | One-Two Techniques, Footwork Techniques, Setup-and-Power Techniques |
| Guard | Written for orthodox (left foot forward) |
One-two, step back, left hook: step by step
- Throw a left jab.
- Throw a right cross.
- Push off the floor with your front foot and step back.
- Throw a left hook.
- Bring your left fist back beside your chin and return to your guard.
One-two, step back, left hook: key points
- Throw the same order at different tempos. For example, throw the one-two fast, pause for an instant, then throw a fast left hook (fast, pause, fast).
- The other way around, draw the opponent in with a slow one-two, then make a fast step back and throw the left hook slightly late (slow, fast, slow).
- Don't lean too far forward on the one-two. If your weight stays where you can step back at any time, your step back won't be late.
One-two, step back, left hook: common mistakes
- Always running it at the same tempo. The opponent gets used to the rhythm and reads the moment the left hook comes.
- Letting your body drift forward on the one-two. Your back leg tenses and locks, and you can't step back quickly.
- Dropping your hands and waiting when you delay the left hook. You get hit during the pause.
One-two, step back, left hook: how to practice
- In shadowboxing, repeat the same order while switching between fast, pause, fast and slow, fast, slow. Check that you keep your balance even when the tempo changes.
- On the heavy bag, step back after the one-two and time a left hook to the bag swinging back. Change the timing of the left hook a little each time.
Moves in this technique
Related techniques
By goalOne-Two TechniquesFootwork TechniquesSetup-and-Power 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.