Step 1: Keep your weight centered with both the hands up
In order to slip your opponent’s punch inside the jab, position your hands near your face and keep your weight centered – squared over to both the legs. This will help you get in a perfect position to be able to move your body and slip a punch.
Keep your feet in line with your shoulders and move your less dominant leg slightly in the front. For instance, if you’re left-handed, your right foot should be slightly ahead. This position helps improve the overall balance when you want to slip a punch or throw one. Do not undermine the importance of defensive positioning. Maintain eye contact and be ready to move quickly.
Step 2: Move and rotate your body Counterclockwise direction
When wanting to rotate Counterclockwise, lean slightly towards the left and transfer the weight of your body on the left leg. As you’re leaning, try and rotate our body in an anticlockwise direction. Doing so will help you maintain the guard whilst slipping incoming punches. When moving Counterclockwise, pivot your back foot in the same direction. It should mimic your body movement. Use your back foot for a little lift and then turn with the rest of your body i.e. pivoting.
Step 3: Hold your rear hand slightly higher
Your head hand obviously has to be your dominant hand. That’s the basic rule that you might already know. By raising your rear hand, a little, you will be able to protect yourself better in case of an unexpected attack. For instance, if your opponent instead of measuring you with a jab tries to throw a vicious left hook. This raised hand will protect your chin whilst also allowing you to set up a counter. As soon as you are through the danger, you can step in with your lead foot and counter with a jab or a heavy punch based upon you and your opponent’s position.
Step 4: Keep the body movement compact
When you’re trying to slip inward, you can make your body movement compact. For instance, against an incoming left jab, you can pull your right shoulder towards your left knee instead of ducking the movement. At the same time, you can bend your knees slightly and move your hips in a Counterclockwise direction. Not only will these sets of movements make you compact but will help you counter with considerable force. Maintain eye contact and keep your chin tucked behind your shoulders to avoid getting caught in case of any mishaps.