Punch technique & power drill
Uppercut mechanics
Teaches safe uppercut shape without over-swinging.
By DrillGrid Admin
Purpose
Teaches safe uppercut shape without over-swinging.
Setup
- Pair boxers as A and B
- Start at technical pace, complete the sequence, reset, then swap roles
Run it
- A throws short lead uppercut to body line on guard
- B catches on elbows
- Reset
Coach checks
- Knees bend
- punch travels short
- chin down. Check the purpose: teaches safe uppercut shape without over-swinging
Scale it
Add rear uppercut.
Common faults
- Rushing the drill
- overreaching
- standing still after punching
- or trying to win the drill instead of learning the skill
Amateur relevance
Clean visible contact, immediate answer after defence, and a composed exit help the boxer look in control.
Use it
Use short technical rounds. Keep it cooperative before adding scoring or pressure.