Boxing Stance

The foundation upon which all boxing skills are based is the stance. Stand, sideways, in front of the mirror, presenting your shoulder to your target. Your  leading  side is the opposite of your preferred hand. Lead with your left shoulder if you are right-handed or your right shoulder if you are left-handed.

Your feet should be about shoulder apart.

If you are leading with the left shoulder, place your right foot out in front of yourself, so that the heels of your right foot lines up with the toe of your foot. With both  heels in places, swivel your feet 45 degrees toward your target. Flex your knees and bend a bit at the hips keeping your back fairly straight. Slightly lift your back  heel off the  deck.

Make sure you are balanced and solid on your feet. A push from any direction will not cause you to easily stumble. From this position you are ready to move in any direction the action dictates. If your feet are spread too far apart or too close together, your opponent can easily topple your base. If you can’t maintain a perfect stance, make sure you are balanced to be able to attack and defend from any position.

Now, tuck your elbows in close to your sides and raise your forearms up straight. Arrange the pillars of your arms to they protect that area of your torso that faces the target. Hold your arms with enough tension to keep them upright. This position shouldn’t be tight  or rigid. Bend your head forward so that you are viewing your opponents partially through your eyebrows. At this point your hands should be about the chin to cheek level. Palms should be turned on.

Now, you are equally prepared to throw punches as well as defend against them. You should be relaxed – never tense.

You should also check this video on proper boxing stance