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One-two
Take this slowly, stay balanced, and ask your coach when something feels unclear.
category
punches
plain english
The jab followed by the cross. The first and most-used combination in boxing.
example
“One-two, reset” means throw both, then get your feet back under you.
why it matters
Almost every longer combination is built on this pair, so the cleaner it is, the easier everything else becomes.
common mistake
Throwing the second punch before the first hand has started back to guard.
related terms
- • Jab
- • Cross
- • Combination
difficulty
beginner