Reach is a stat on the tale of the tape which shows stats of two different fighters for comparison. It can be used to determine the relative striking distance between two combatants. There are two different ways to measure a fighter’s reach. How is Reach Measured in the UFC / MMA In the UFC, reach … Read more How to Measure Reach in UFC and Boxing
I’ve always learned martial arts in a school or gym, but I get asked by beginners “What’s the easiest martial art to learn at home?” The simple answer is boxing. These days there are many tools online that will help you at least learn the basics of boxing at home. Anyone who doesn’t think boxing is a martial art … Read more Easiest Martial Art to Learn at Home
The cross, also known as the straight, is a power punch thrown with the dominant hand (right straight for orthodox and left for southpaws). It’s a longer range power punch with knockout potential. Cross Tips Do not load up or cock your punching hand. It telegraphs your punch and makes you vulnerable to a hook. … Read more How to Throw a Cross Punch
In stance, the jab is thrown by punching with the lead hand (left for orthodox stance and right for southpaw). It’s the first punch you learn, but like anything in martial arts it takes a lifetime to master. The jab is as versatile as a punch can be. Below I’ll outline different uses. This is … Read more How to Throw a Jab Punch
