Lateral Movement With Punching

This video drill embodies these 3 principles. Work this drill for a few days and you will see big improvements.

The successful mechanics of boxing is really about co-ordinating the lower body with the upper body. It's about combining boxing footwork with punching and body movement.

This simple boxing drill will help you develop the skill of sideways moving combined with punching.

I explain all in the video. The essence though is using small movements executed under control.

Complete a 3 minute drill:

Minute 1 - Side steps (although it's not a step…it's a push)
Minute 2 - Side steps with the jab
Minute 3 - Side steps with the jab and back hand.

Remember, be precise and be controlled. Slow things down.

I've heard a saying from the Special Forces World - Slow is smooth, smooth is fast.

Have that in your mind when working this drill. This will translate into full speed execution during shadow boxing, bag work and so on.

I'm here to answer your questions.

Cheers

Fran

[TannerWilliam]

Did 12 two minute rounds of this, this morning along with my normal work out. I don't have it down yet but I'm excited to keep practicing

[rockerodestructor]

Your videos are the most oustanding things I've seen in terms of boxing in Youtube. No one comes close.

[federicotarroni]

I attend a gym, I learnt nothing, I just work my ... off there, all I learnt technically was from you Coach! Thanks Fran Sands

[o.astamp]

I already follow a few channels, but your coaching style is so simple and effective I often get more out these videos than others that are 20 minutes long.

Thank you

[gianluca]

I have a lot of respect for you coach, i've watched all of your videos and i've learned a lot of things about boxing but also how to control my body, thank you!

[frederikheikoop]

Dear Fran, I am a big admirer of your videos. I appreciate your way of exact teaching. On my turn I love to use your instructions for my students! So, please keep on going with your instructional videos! Thanks a lot!

[adnannaqash]

Lots of love from INDIA!. Thanks Coach.

[mistergeedotcom]

this was excellent. best boxing videos on youtube, hands down.

[seaeagle]

Thanks for your great lessons and a focus on the basic building blocks

[debbieperkins]

You're the best coach.... Simple adjustments make the most differences! I was stepping when moving laterally

[sunglee]

I enjoy your coaching Fran. I've gotten into boxing in my 50's and have been wanting to improve my footwork. Your videos have been a valued source for improved movement. Thanks!

[Mangraper]

You are right a fixed distance is alot harder than random distance. Nice one

[WS-bkuu]

Love how concise and precise these videos are. Keep up the amazing work Fran!

[lancedunbar]

Just getting into boxing, your channel is brilliant! Thank you and keep it up

[Minibeatz_mmltuaiay]

Fran! you are the best coach going online! love your videos man. they help me out soo much!!!

[alexanderjeffcott]

Another great video - very clear, practical and precise.

I really feel that watching these videos improves my training in the gym.

Great job Fran!

[untoldofficialyoutube]

thank you sir you're an excellent boxing instructor

[mmareviewer.]

This guy really knows what he is talking about... look at that poor bag in the corner there... dang... yoooo!!!!
Thank you for the video, I really need this stuff.

[mickbgb]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.

Breaking down and explaining technical details and movement components in such an easy to follow method is both helpfull and thought provoking.

[boxersfitness]

Dear Fran,
I really do appreciate your short concise vid tips on movement. Your method of teaching is very catching for me as a trainer, and I just simply enjoy the way you teach. My God bless you in abundance. keep it coming. Bless.
Ashraf - from East London.