RingsideReady
Guard return
Take this slowly, stay balanced, and ask your coach when something feels unclear.
category
defence
difficulty
beginner
objective
Make returning to guard automatic, so it survives being tired.
setup
Clear space. You can do this seated against a wall if space is tight.
rounds
3
round seconds
60
rest seconds
30
equipment
- • timer
steps
- • Throw any single punch, then freeze in guard for two full seconds.
- • Check both hands are at your cheeks and both elbows are in.
- • Repeat for the whole round. The freeze is the drill.