Combinations
One-two, step in, right cross to the body
FlowLeft jab → Right cross → Step in → Right body cross
One-two, step in, right cross to the body is a combination where you throw a one-two to the head, take one step forward, and go straight into a right cross to the body. The one-two to the head draws the opponent's guard up, and then you hit the open stomach straight on with the same right hand. Don't rush. Throw it while your body still has the angle from the right cross.
| Type | Combinations |
|---|---|
| Notation | 1-2-2b |
| Number of punches | 3 |
| Footwork and defense | Step in |
| Goals | One-Two Techniques, Body Punching Techniques, Footwork Techniques |
| Guard | Written for orthodox (left foot forward) |
One-two, step in, right cross to the body: step by step
- From your stance, throw a left jab to the head.
- Follow with a right cross to the head.
- As you bring the right back, take one step forward, front foot first.
- Bend your knees, lower your eye level, and throw a right cross to the body at the stomach.
- When you finish, bring your hands back in front of your chin and reset your stance.
One-two, step in, right cross to the body: key points
- After the one-two, step forward without rushing. If you hurry, only your upper body lunges in.
- Keep the body angle from your right cross as you step in and hit the body. If you wait until your body has turned back to face forward, you're late.
- It's a high-low setup: draw the guard up with the one-two to the head, then go low.
One-two, step in, right cross to the body: common mistakes
- Rushing the step-in. Your head comes forward and you offer your face to the opponent's return.
- Turning your body back to face forward after the one-two. You have to reset before throwing the right to the body, and a gap opens up.
- Bending at the waist and dropping only your head. Your fist can't reach and you lose your balance.
One-two, step in, right cross to the body: how to practice
- In shadowboxing, take one step forward after the one-two and, with your body still facing the same way, bend your knees and extend the right at body height. Use a mirror to check that your shoulder angle hasn't changed.
- On the heavy bag, throw the one-two at head height from a little farther away, then step in and drive the same right in at body height. Return to guard when you finish.
Related techniques
By goalOne-Two TechniquesBody Punching 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.