Slipping

There are multiple ways to slip punches in boxing, but the most basic types are slipping the inside jab, and outside jab. When slipping an outside jab, your body weight needs to be centered. As your opponent throws the jab, rotate your body clockwise and lean slightly to your right, which shifts weight to your rear leg. Pivot both your feet in the same direction. This places you on the outside of your opponent's jab, giving you the ability to counter punch over their jab. For the inside jab, as the opponent throws the jab, rotate your body counter-clockwise, lean slightly to your left and put weight on your lead leg. It's possible to just lean without rotating, but rotating helps the movement of your guard. Raise your rear hand ready for the opponent to throw a left hook.

There are many different mistakes you can make when trying to slip a punch:

• Slipping too early
• Slipping too wide
• Slipping inside the cross
• Only moving your head
• Dropping your guard

The best method to mastering slipping is practice against an opponent, preferably someone that is taller than you and has a longer reach. Another method is a slip bag you can hang up and move back and forth. This helps you improve movement, timing, and eye coordination while performing a slip. Repetition and patience is key to mastering slipping.