Boxing Techniques - Counterpunching by Parrying the Jab

http://www.myboxingcoach.com - The key to successful counterpunching lies in understanding that there is more than one key to successful counterpunching! I don't mean to be abstract with that statement, it's actually very true. If you are seeking to find out how to become a top counterpuncher overnight by reading one article and watching one video then I'm afraid you are misguided. But, and this is a big but, being a sound conterpuncher will most definitely require an aptitude the boxing techniques of blocking punches and parrying punches, in particular blocking and parrying a jab. We have already covered counterpunching the jab with a block, now it is time to examine the use of the parry when counterpunching the same jab.

As with a block, using the parry to block an opponent's jab has 3 main benefits:

It is an efficient defensive action which uses little energy.
It's an assertive defense, providing the dominant position to go 'on the attack.'
Having blocked an opponent's jab, it stands to reason that you are in range to respond successfully with your own shot.

If you want to be a counterpunching genius then learning the boxing techniques of successfully parrying an opponent's jab is an absolute must, and using the parry offers an excellent variation of the conventional block. Watch the video then please leave any comments or questions below!