Quote Originally Posted by manchestermatt1986 View Post
So if im doing this correctly, im finding that i can punch throu harder and further, knocking the opponent back with a cross. but even thou i am not leaning forward im still closer to the opponent overall?



I dont know if you will get closer overall but it will allow you to hit angles and get in and out faster because you will have good balance. If you feel your in closer I would say this is why. Your forward, backward and lateral movement is likely more fluid and you are actually getting inside not leaning in.

Also, as far as the leaning issue, you could have been reaching to far with your punches. Regardless it sounds like your on the right track.