Drill detail

Boxing Conditioning

Close the Gap

Distance-closing fitness

LevelAll levels
CategoryBoxing Conditioning
BoxersBoxer + pad holder
EquipmentPads and partner
TimingSet your own rounds
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Instructions

Pad holder creates distance. Boxer closes safely behind jab or footwork. Once correct range is reached, throw a combination.

Coach cues

Enter behind something.

Common mistakes

Running forward.

Progression

Make distance unpredictable.

Regression

Shorter distance.

Coach required

No separate coach required