Punch technique & power drill

Step-back trap

Teaches step back and re-entry.

LevelIntermediate
CategoryPunch technique & power
BoxersCoach and 1 boxer
EquipmentCoach-spar gloves
TimingShort technical rounds

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Purpose

Teaches step back and re-entry.

Setup

  • Coach controls distance, speed and pressure
  • Boxer reads the touch or target, answers cleanly, exits, then resets

Run it

  1. Coach steps in with jab touch
  2. Boxer steps back, jab-right, exits left
  3. Reset, check shape, then repeat

Coach checks

  • Small step
  • immediate return. Check the purpose: teaches step back and re-entry

Scale it

Add coach second touch if boxer stays still.

Common faults

  • Turning it into a fight
  • feeding too hard
  • or letting the boxer memorise rather than read

Amateur relevance

This bridge work helps transfer drill skill into bout timing and visible scoring exchanges.

Use it

Run at rhythm pace first, then add one layer: speed, movement, counter, exit or coach call.