ThaiBoxer-

One of the things I have been trying to work on is moving my head while punching, specifically with the jab and the right cross. My coach told me the first giveaway that a boxer is a novice is that he does not move his head during or after punching. He tells me to contantly move off the centerline to avoid being countered. This is especially true with me since I like to pressure my opponent and press the action.

I try to throw my jab with a slight slip to my right (orthodox), or dip slightly when I step in with the jab. This moves my head just a few inches enough to avoid the return shot. I have to make sure that I mix it up so it doesnt become predictable. I will also jab then duck, slip, roll to give a different look after the punch.

I also try to always move my head down and left when throwing the right cross and overhand right. This also helps to involve your hips and body into the punch. I imagine myself like I'm a baseball pitcher throwing a fastball.