Combat stances

The stances of boxers in which they fight differ in many ways. Everyone has his own, special, convenient position for him to fight. Many outstanding boxers can be recognized by their characteristic stance, and it is not even necessary to see his face. Despite the visible differences, all boxing stances can be classified according to similar features.

boxer stance– optimal arrangement of body links for solving various motor tasks. There are three main fighting stances of a boxer.

left-sided typical for most right-handed athletes: the boxer is turned to the opponent with his left side, his left hand is in front.

right hand- is typical for most left-handed boxers who stand with their right side to the opponent.

Frontal- Feet shoulder width apart, body weight on both legs. During training, it is often used as a training rack. In combat, it is most often used at close range (Fig. 3.2).

Rice. 3.2 Front stand

Depending on which part of the support accounts for the main weight of the boxer's body, there are ways to perform combat stances. An athlete's body weight may be to the center of the support(Fig. 3.3-3.6), to the front support, that is, on the front leg (Fig. 3.7-3.10), on the back of the support that is, on the back leg (Fig. 3.11-3.14).

Depending on the grouping of the muscles of the body, the methods for performing combat stances have the following options: open low(Fig. 3.6, 3.10 and 3.14), open high(Fig. 3.4, 3.8 and 3.12), closed low(Fig. 3.5, 3.9 and 3.13), closed high(fig. 3.3, 3.7 and 3.11).

Rice. 3.3 Left-sided stance, body weight at center of support: closed high

Rice. 3.4 Left-sided stance, body weight at center of support: open high

Rice. 3.5 Left-sided stance, body weight in the center of the support: closed low

Rice. 3.6 Left-sided stance, body weight at center of support: open low

Rice. 3.7 Left-sided stance, body weight on the left leg: closed high

Rice. 3.8 Left-sided stance, body weight on the left leg: open high

Rice. 3.9 Left-sided stance, body weight on the left leg: closed low

Rice. 3.10 Left-sided stance, body weight on the left leg: open low

Rice. 3.11 Left-sided stance, body weight on the right leg: closed high

Rice. 3.12 Left-sided stance, body weight on the right leg: open high

Rice. 3.13 Left-sided stance, body weight on the right leg: closed low

Rice. 3.14 Left-sided stance, body weight on the right leg: open low

Each of the racks listed above has its own characteristics that create certain advantages for boxers and, conversely, disadvantages.

So, when an athlete is in a stance in which the weight of his body falls on the center of support, it will be convenient for him to transfer weight to the front or back leg, to strike without difficulty with a step forward and step back, to perform any defensive and deceptive actions with his body.

The boxing stance with the weight of the body on the front leg allows you to very effectively use the back tilt (“pull”), quickly break the distance, deliver very powerful and unexpected blows with your front hand. The disadvantages of this stance are the difficulty in moving forward and quickly delivering an accented blow with the back hand.

The position of the boxer with body weight on the back leg makes it possible to instantly deliver a strong blow with the back hand, as well as to quickly approach the opponent with a step forward. The disadvantage of this stance is the difficulty in quickly breaking the distance with a step back and limited opportunities use of protection tilt back.

Boxers fighting in closed stances make extensive use of defenses with their hands. Given that the arms are raised high, it is easier for athletes to reach the opponent's head.

One of the first to use the closed stance was James Jeffreys (Fig. 3.15). Before him, boxers worked with their hands half-lowered and mainly at long and medium distances. Jeffries, on the other hand, used a "crouch" - a low closed stance, while being mainly at medium and close distances. The fighting style he developed allowed him to become world champion in 1899 and unconditionally hold this title until 1905, when he voluntarily left boxing undefeated. The style of James Jeffries was the basis for the formation of the American school of professional boxing.

Rice. 3.15 James Jeffries

Fighting in an open stance allows you to provoke the enemy more and work more successfully in the counterattack. Boxers who prefer this stance actively use body defenses while keeping their arms free to strike. Only experienced boxers with good feeling distance and impact.

The open stance was often used by Muhammad Ali. The great champion took defense to a whole new level with the help of the torso. Possessing an amazing sense of distance, Ali allowed himself to work with half-lowered hands even at medium and close distances, being pressed against the ropes (Fig. 3.16).

Rice. 3.16 Muhammad Ali (right) evades a punch with a torso tilt

The low stance gives the boxer stability, which allows him to strike and use defenses effectively with the help of his torso. Its disadvantage is the difficulty of movement.

The low stance was used very effectively by one of the greatest boxers of our time, Rocky Marciano. The absolute world champion of 1952-1956 was only 178 centimeters tall and weighed 83-84 kilograms, so he almost always had to fight taller opponents. Marciano decided to compensate for the lack of height in a completely illogical way: he did not try to stand higher on his short and thick legs, but, on the contrary, used a very low stance. And as a result, he turned into a very uncomfortable opponent. He instantly approached his tall rivals, leaning forward significantly. Once at medium and close distances, Rocky, masterfully using body defenses, became invulnerable. He processed the body of his opponent with a protracted series of monstrous blows, and then attacked the head (Fig. 3.17). Rocky Marciano ended his boxing career with 49 fights without a single defeat.

Rice. 3.17 Rocky Marciano (right) in the ring

A high stance allows a boxer to maneuver well in the ring and perform quick punches. Athletes who use it, as a rule, are tall. They have the ability to deliver a series of quick strikes with steps forward, backward and sideways. In the high stance, the 1978 world champion Leon Spinks boxed.

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Hello, friends. A boxer's stance is a very important, even key aspect in boxing. It is important to know its basics and principles of proper construction. To do this, they study in detail and work out the main and other types of racks.

This article discusses the criteria for a proper boxing stance. Attention is paid to the racks of right-handers and left-handers. The methods of competent movements are affected. The material also deals with similar aspects in the discipline of Muay Thai. Useful photos and videos are offered.

Benefits of the right stance

The basics of a boxing stance depend on its type. The classic varieties are:

  1. Right-sided. For lefties.
  2. Left-sided. For righties.
  3. Frontal. Universal.

Each species has its own anatomy and construction methods. The optimal stance is considered to be the one that is most comfortable for the boxer and his style. This is an individual criterion.

It must have a balance between key combat components. In a competent stance, a boxer receives:

  1. Defense and power.
  2. balance and distance.
  3. Safe combat and maneuverability.
  4. Reliability and mobility.

With the right boxing stance, the fighter gains power in both hands. At the same time, he can arrange an effective defense against enemy counterattacks. He provides himself with a suitable attacking distance with both hands. You won't have to do awkward maneuvers, stretch or lose your balance.

With a competent stance, the boxer increases the range of strikes. However, it is not particularly disclosed. He also retains good stability and the ability to deviate if necessary.

General principles

The basics of the stance are a must for all boxers, especially beginners. For example, the following video with a boxer's stance was suggested:

It is important to properly manage the whole body. An analysis is made of the correct position of its lower and upper sides.

Anatomical analysis of the position of the lower side is as follows:

Anatomical study of the position of the upper side:

  1. Shoulders and arms. They are relaxed.
  2. Elbows. From below they are pressed.
  3. The position of the fists is the top.
  4. Chin position (P) - pressed.
  5. The direction of the shoulders is slightly towards the enemy. They don't stick out to the sides. Case does not open.
  6. The role of the front hand is to cover most of the body.
  7. The position of the back hand is the level of the cheek, at an angle to the chin. This hand protects against left side hooks and straight jabs.
  8. The position of the left hand: 25-30 cm ahead of P. The position is high to protect him. But also such as not to obstruct the view. This hand defends against right crosses.

The indicated principles are reflected in the photo of the boxer's stance.

Right-handed and left-handed work

A right-hander in boxing tends to work in. Her anatomical analysis is as follows:


This is the work of the upper side in the stance of a right-handed boxer. An anatomical study of the actions of the lower complex is also needed:

  1. Pelvis: deployed in right side along with the top side.
  2. Legs: They have a slight bend in the knees. The left leg is bent slightly less than the right.
  3. Weight ratio on legs: left - right 60 - 40%
  4. The support for the left leg is the front side of the foot. The heel is slightly elevated above the surface.
  5. The support of the right leg is the toe. Heel position too.
  6. Both feet are turned to the right, the right - a little more.

This is the analysis of the correct position of the right-hander in his classical stance. A photo of a right-handed boxer's stance is offered below:

In general, racks have similar principles. And in the anatomical analysis of the boxer's stance, they can be traced. Only the roles of arms and legs change. So, for example, a left-handed boxer's stance has much in common with a right-handed stance. The positions of the arms and legs have been changed. This can be seen in the following photo:

About movement

A boxer must possess excellent skill of movement. This is the basis for solving many problems.

In boxing, movement techniques are steps and jumps.

Stepping movements are performed in three ways. These are the steps:

  1. Ordinary.
  2. Attached
  3. Small, seedy.

The classic version of the jumps: the push is performed with one or two legs. All methods depend on the motion vector: sideways, forward or backward.

Pros rarely use horse racing. The reason is that it takes a lot of energy. Often professionals work with movements on the entire foot, for example, this video:

Here you can see how skillfully the stance and movements change. At the same time, the fighter does not forget about protection.

About training

To train the stance, boxers need to know all kinds of mistakes and not make them. In training, the basic principles are worked out and fixed, especially in a combat situation.

Training the correct transitions from stances to movements and the movements themselves includes:

  • all running variations
  • tire training,
  • jumping rope,
  • exercises with small balls,
  • other specialized exercises.

Muay Thai

The main stances in Thai boxing are identical to boxing stances: left-handed and frontal. How right-handers and left-handers should be grouped is shown in the following table:

On their basis, the racks of Thai boxers of right-handed and left-handed people are formed.

In training, the front stance is often used as a training one. In the ring, it is usually used in close combat.

In Thai boxing is:

Muay Thai has a whole set of rules for racks. And every fighter should know the basic rules of the fighting stance in Thai boxing. This code contains the following items:

  1. Keep your eyes always open.
  2. Always tilt your head slightly forward. At the same time, a good view of the opponent must be maintained.
  3. For psychological tactics, use a grin.
  4. Maintain self control.
  5. Don't give up.
  6. Don't step back.
  7. Rapidly move from defense to attack.
  8. Keep your jaws clenched. Breathe through your nose.
  9. Work on reflexes. Perceive the work of the enemy visually. And immediately proceed to the response.
  10. Organize the defense in the direction of the opponent's attack.
  11. Use your arms and shoulders to protect your head. Don't turn your back on your opponent.

The blow must also be as fast as possible. It must come from the correct stance in muay thai. The fighter invests his mass as much as possible.

In Thai discipline, when implementing blows, the attacking arms or legs should not hang. On contact, there must be sticking to the opponent. Then there is an instant transition to the starting position.

Conclusion

Setting the right stance is the foundation of boxing and its Thai counterpart, and similar disciplines.

The boxer's fighting stance is where boxing starts. It is the starting position for any movement, including all defensive and offensive actions. It is its development that should be given maximum attention at the first stage of training. An athlete without experience in regular sparring will make a number of mistakes, which will make him vulnerable to an opponent. The same will happen if an inexperienced boxer has not worked out the correct stance to automatism.

Let's talk about what a fighting stance should be, why it is needed, and discuss some points in detail.

Why you need a boxing stance

Everything has to start somewhere. As we said, boxing starts with the right stance. The boxing stance is a universal position that allows the athlete to carry out attacking actions while being as closed as possible. Along with this, the position of the body should be comfortable for the boxer - he should be able to move freely in any direction, while expending a minimum of energy.

Particular attention should be paid to the coordination of movements. Maneuverability does not interfere with any boxer. In addition, at the time of the fight, he is not just moving around the ring - he is boxing. His task is to hit the opponent and avoid the blow himself, and this greatly complicates the task of maintaining balance and requires good speed of movement.

What should be the stance in boxing

It should be noted right away that, despite the existing classic variations, the stance can be individual for each boxer. Ultimately, it is determined by the athlete's anthropometric data, his physical fitness, experience, fighting style and other parameters. Therefore, I will not be able to write here how many centimeters the distance between the legs should be, at what height you need to hold your hands, and so on.

In the classic version, the fighting stance (left-handed - for the right-hander) can be adopted in this way:

  1. Feet are approximately shoulder width apart.
  2. The right leg is retracted conditionally half a meter back.
  3. The weight of the body is distributed so that the back leg has a little more load.
  4. Both legs are slightly bent at the knees. But only slightly.
  5. The front foot is turned inward (to the right) by about 40 degrees, and the back foot is turned 5-10 degrees to the right.
  6. Fist right hand close the right side of the chin, the shoulder is relaxed and lowered. The elbow covers the liver.
  7. The left shoulder rises to the chin, covering its left side, and the fist is placed approximately at the level of the left eye, without blocking the view, but hindering the attacking actions of the opponent. The elbow covers the left side of the body.
  8. The head is slightly lowered forward, which allows you to protect the chin, which is its most vulnerable place, from a direct hit as much as possible.

Having taken such a position, the boxer must understand that he is comfortable and that the stance meets all the necessary requirements. Let's analyze:

  1. Security. Due to the slight transfer of body weight to the back leg, the boxer increases the distance. The chin and body cover the shoulders, elbows and fists of both hands, thanks to their optimal location.
  2. visibility. Tilting the head forward slightly improves its position, which does not affect visibility. Left hand, located in front, should also not obscure the picture.
  3. Maneuverability and stability. The boxer stands partly sideways, partly frontally, which in most cases is the best solution, combining not only protective functions, but also a good opportunity for movement with the necessary stability.

At the same time, the fighting stance should not limit the boxer in carrying out attacking actions. From it, he must freely work with his front hand, inflicting various blows and making feints. It should also be possible at any time to strike with the back hand or to carry out a series of blows. After performing any action, the athlete comfortably takes the starting position.

Alternatives to the classic stance

It should be noted that the transfer of body weight to the back leg is soviet school boxing, and not everyone does it. But at the beginning of the article, I named the factors on which the combat stance depends. This is the growth of an athlete, and the level of his capabilities - hence the whole variety of stances, and indeed the techniques that can be seen in world boxing.

Once a man told me: a blow is like handwriting. Everyone is taught to write the same way, but then everyone has some unique deviations from the standard, and this is not always a bad thing. It is the same with technique in any sport, including boxing: there is always room for some kind of deviation.

It is beneficial for a tall boxer to “stab” into the back leg, handling a shorter opponent with the front hand and having the opportunity to develop an attack with a strong hand at any time. It is difficult for him to get it, and the only task of the tall one is to keep the distance favorable to him.

But a shorter athlete is interested in rapprochement, and this may lead to the convenience of more body mass on the front leg. At the same time, he will not be able to deliver the same strong blows, but at the right moments he will win in speed.

Some Features

Separately, it should be said about the inappropriate use wide rack. There are the following reasons for this:

  • maneuverability worsens - movements in any direction are complicated;
  • there is no possibility of applying a strong and long blow;
  • the degree of vulnerability for the head and torso increases, due to their openness;
  • the risk of losing balance increases, especially at the time of the opponent's active attacks.

However, even here there are unique ones who are comfortable boxing like this, and they resort to such a stance in a number of cases.

Stand too frontally in relation to the opponent is fraught with the following points:

  • vulnerability of the liver area;
  • decrease in the force of impact with the back hand;
  • during an opponent's attack, it will not be possible to effectively step back.

Excessive side stand, where the front and back legs are almost on the same line, on the one hand complicates the task of the opponent at the time of the attack and does not interfere with the left hand, but on the other:

  • stability decreases;
  • the possibility of delivering an effective blow with the right hand is excluded, and the work with the side ones is complicated;
  • there is no possibility of lateral movements;
  • when an opponent enters behind the leg and reduces the distance, the degree of vulnerability increases and the likelihood of losing balance even after an indirect hit with his left side kick.

Thus, the classic stance that we have reviewed confirms again what is optimal in terms of all the parameters listed. It allows the boxer to be strong, defend effectively, move confidently around the ring. However, depending on the specific situation, boxers may temporarily resort to various variations.

Afterword

And once again: we are all different, and it starts even at the level of characters. Agree, it would not be so interesting to watch the competition of the same athletes. After all, it is always the struggle of different techniques that attracts more. We are all taught to write and walk in the same way, but by learning we bring our own changes to these processes, which, like many other things, make us unique.

The boxing stance is the basis for fighting and for defending against the blows of the enemy.

In boxing, there are several classic types of stances - these are the left-handed stance, the right-handed stance and the front stance.

The left-handed stance is used by a right-handed boxer. To perform a boxing stance, it is necessary to put the left leg forward and to the side so that the legs are shoulder-width apart, and a straight line passes between them. The feet are parallel to each other. The knees should be slightly bent, and the weight of the body should be transferred to the right leg. The right arm is bent at the elbow joint and pressed against the body so that the fist is pressed against the chin and the elbow protects the area of ​​the liver. The left hand is also bent at the elbow joint and extended 10-15 cm in front of the head. The left shoulder is raised and pressed against the jaw, thereby providing its protection.

The right-handed stance is used by the left-hander. It is performed similarly to the left-hand one, only in this case the boxer has his right leg and right arm in front.

The front stance is used when fighting at close range. The definition of the front stance is the following characteristics: the legs are placed shoulder-width apart parallel to each other and bent at the knees, both arms are bent at the elbow joint and pressed to the body, the chin goes down, and the fists are pressed to the head just below the eyes. For better protection, the case needs to be bent slightly.

These three types of stances are fundamental for beginner boxers. In the future, with an increase in skill, a boxer can make any adjustments to his stance based on personal parameters and preferences.

The front stance is the stance from which the first steps of a novice boxer in the boxing section begin.. It is from this position in front of the mirror that they learn straight, side and bottom blows, as well as defensive actions (slopes and dives).

When the boxer has secured the front stance, they proceed to the "parsing" of the fighting stance. With the growth of the athlete's skill, he learns various combinations in boxing, which are conducted at various boxing distances. At one of these distances, the front stance is the basis for close combat.

front rack technique

The boxer's legs are shoulder-width apart, slightly bent at the knees. Head bowed, chin on chest. Hands at the chin, fists clenched. Body weight is evenly distributed on parallel feet.

To get used to the position of the front rack, you need to do a series of exercises while maintaining it:

  • low jumps in place;
  • 8-10 small semi-squats. Only the ankle, knee and hip joints work, the torso moves progressively vertically;
  • turns left and right around the vertical axis of the body;
  • slight torso tilts to the left and right in the lateral plane;
  • walking in frontal stance. Walk on your toes with short steps.

These exercises should be performed several times in any order with a sufficient pause for recovery. Next, you can try punches from the front stance position.

Direct hit from the front strut

The first boxing punches learned are straight left and right punches from the front stance..

The basis of the technique of the left direct strike:

  • transfer the entire weight of the body to the right leg. In this case, the left foot of the leg is deployed to a position that is perpendicular to the original;
  • turning the body from left to right (shoulder line to the perpendicular to the original);
  • shock movement of the left hand (extension in a straight line from the initial position in the frontal stance to the target). The target is an imaginary point in front of the Boxer's face at chin level and at punching distance. The leading link in the technique of any impact is the impact movement of the hand;
  • the position of the right arm and leg, head (all in the initial position of the front rack), torso - straight;
  • return to the starting position (everything is in reverse order).

All links of the basis of technology are listed separately, but meanwhile all of them are parts of the whole, which are included in the action one by one and end at the same time, in the closest relationship, at the moment of impact. Since the transfer of weight from foot to foot is a longer matter than extension of the arm in a strike. So, you need to start doing it earlier.

The rotation of the body should be carried out only around the vertical axis. This conditional axis is a straight line connecting the highest point on the boxer's body and the center of the support area. There should be no bending, bending, bending of the body. When performing a strike, one should try to strain the muscles that are not involved in the performance of the action as little as possible. And as often as possible, relax the working muscles.

Technique of hitting the right straight to the head - a mirror image of the technique