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07:35
The WRONG Way to Throw the “Check Hook”
I learned about the “Check Hook” a long time ago, but I missed the most crucial step: the proper #footwork. It wasn’t until Coach Thom Whillock of Norwegian Combat Academy showed me the proper way to throw this lead hook variation, that I understood the importance of stepping off center-line. This video will breakdown how to throw the punch, when to use it while fighting backwards, and how #boxing’s greats used it with much success... and also took advantage of their opponents’ improper technique.
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07:05
Manny Pacquiao Broke the Rules!
To celebrate Manny Pacquiao’s retirement, I’d like to share 3 high-level boxing strategies that he used to dismantle his opponents. We will focus on how he was able to develop such speed with his punches, different ways he cut angles, and used the southpaw advantage… to his advantage!
1. Rear-Hand Lead Punch (Scotty-Boy) (0:50)
2. 1-2-1 Variation (2:05)
3. Handcuff Punching (on one leg) (3:35)
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05:14
The 3 Steps to Adriano Moraes’ KO Over Demetrious Johnson
In this ONE Championship exclusive breakdown, we look at how the #ONE Flyweight champion, Adriano Moraes, was able to slay the GOAT — Demetrious Johnson — using 3 high-level fight strategies:
1. Utilize length & control the range with round kicks to the outside leg and high to the body
2. Threaten the center line with uppercuts & knee strikes, when DJ lowers his level
3. Frame to prevent Mighty Mouse’s wrestling when fighting against the cage
Tune in this Friday (September 3, 2021) at 7pm Singapore Standard Time (7am ET) for ONE: EMPOWER, as the world’s best female fighters take center stage in the first all-women’s event in ONE Championship history.
Shoutout to Felix Torres, and Coach Bob Peach for lending his expertise and filming location: Beacon MMA in Cherry Hill, NJ.
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08:11
Taekwondo Footwork Trick for Closing Off Distance
Here is a subtle, but essential footwork pattern used in #TKD, that we are seeing utilized in #MMA to setup powerful punches, deceptive head kicks, and more explosive penetration shots for takedowns.
The position we will first look at is referred to as the “Cat Stance” or “Tiger Stance”, where we load our rear foot forward, bearing more weight than the front leg. From here we look at variations, such as the pendulum step, to cover distance and cut angles.
1. Cat Stance/Tiger Stance and Back Stance (1:11)
2. Powerful Double-Jab for #Boxing (2:39)
3. Rose Namajunas vs Zhang Weili Head Kick Setup (4:10)
4. Penetration Shot for Double-Leg Takedowns (5:19)
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01:44
The Philly Shell... Elbow?! (Muay Thai & MMA)
Gaston “Dreamkiller” Bolanos brings you a fun, quick fight tip today — the Philly Shellbow! In this tutorial, he shows a variation to the spinning elbow, where he baits the right hand using the #PhillyShell (in #MuayThai or #MMA), uses the shoulder bump to defend, and spins into the back elbow.
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11:40
Are You Scared to Throw Low Kicks? You Don’t Have To Be!!
After the Dustin Porier vs Conor McGregor 3 fight this past weekend at #UFC264 many people are hesitant about throwing low kicks, because they’re scared of breaking their shin.... but you don’t have to be! 3 well-placed leg kicks can finish a fight — so you don’t want to remove an entire weapon from your arsenal out of fear. You just need to understand:
1. Shin Conditioning for Building Bone Density (1:53)
2. Trajectory and Placement (4:09)
3. Set-Ups for a Higher Success Rate (7:47)
4. Why We See This Fracture in #MMA, but Less Often in #MuayThai (9:28)
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04:23
No Equipment? Improve Your Punches by Boxing with a Towel!!
Here are 3 #boxing drills to find fluidity in a snapping jab, add structure to your hooks and uppercuts for more power, and build muscle endurance in your lats, shoulders, and forearms using... a bath towel.
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14:10
Develop Punching Power (Without Equipment)
Most beginners want to know how to increase their punching power... so I feel I have to open with this disclaimer:
DON’T OVER-CONCERN YOURSELF WITH POWER; TECHNIQUE/TIMING/ACCURACY IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN POWER.
That being said, if you feel your technique is properly developed, let’s discuss 5 ways to increase your punching power:
1. Rotational Torque
2. Leg Drive & Balance
3. Acceleration & Velocity
4. Impact
5. Technique
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08:46
How to Beat Someone with a Good Right Hand
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From street fights to professional #boxing matches, a single blow can end a fight quick. And a good right hand is one of the most feared weapons in all of combat sports. But if you know how to properly defend and counter it, you’ll take control of the fight.
5 ways to defend against a right hand:
1. Catch or parry with lead hand
2. Catch or parry with the rear hand
3. Block, pillar, or helmet guard
4. Slip, roll, Bob & weave
5. Pull away or step back
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08:44
So You Wanna be a Boxer? (4-Week Boxing Fight Camp)
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PLEASE READ BEFORE FOLLOWING THIS TRAINING REGIMEN. CONSULT WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE DOING ANY OF THESE EXERCISES.
This training schedule is NOT intended for extended periods. Reducing the amount of running/training is recommended outside of fight camps.
• Re: Alternative exercises to running — Obviously if you have knee problems, shin splints, or other injuries that prevent you from running, then you have to do alternative exercises like cycling, airdyne/assault bike, swimming, heavybag, rowing, elliptical, etc. But if you’re just making excuses because you dislike running... then NO, GO RUN!
Shin splints SUCK... but they are temporary. It’s just over-fatigued muscle (the imbalanced shape of the lower leg is the cause of shin splints — the calf is large and can sustain a lot more exercise, while the front of the shin has much less muscle). Once it recovers, it should be stronger than it was before — thus, no more shin splints in the future. Just gotta be mindful and recover properly.
• Re: 8x a week is excessive — Too much of anything is bad for the body, yes, but with a focus on proper form, recovery, and nutrition, I can confidently say that running 8x a week is not too much for the body. Especially since it’s not all long slow distance (LSD) runs. As mentioned in the video, these runs are split up into LSD, intervals, and sprints. Most Muay Thai camps in Thailand have their fighters run 10x a week, at around 16km (10 miles) per day. I personally think that’s slightly excessive, so I blended it with other running regimens that I’ve researched from other trainers and coaches.
To anyone who is considering running upwards of 8x per week, I recommend that they be mindful of any pain or discomfort that they feel in their knees/feet/calves/etc, and take plenty of rest when needed. Pair that rest with massage, ice, and even ibuprofen if applicable. And also, be sure to gradually work your way up to this amount — don’t start running 8 days in a row starting today — start off with 1-3 runs a week, then increase it little by little in the following weeks.
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10:03
Why I Haven’t Been Uploading Videos Lately...
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I wanted to share a few updates going on in my life and the channel. Thank you all for your continued support over the years, and I am very excited to have you be a part of the next stage.
1. Traveling (0:13)
2. New FIGHTTIPS Gym (0:29)
3. Ricardo’s Boxing Debut (0:43)
4. Uploading videos to another platform... (1:54)
5. FIGHTTIPS NFTs? (7:43)
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10:40
Don’t Get Hurt... Why You Need to STOP Hard Sparring
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In order to prevent CTE (brain degeneration caused by repetitive trauma to the head), hard sparring should only be done at very specific times throughout a fighter’s career:
1. After the fighter has a proficient understanding and ability to defend & counter incoming strikes
2. Two (2) or more weeks before their initial full-contact matches
3. No less than 10 days apart
Note: I am specifically talking about strikes to the head. Personally, I think going hard to the body is not only safe (when done correctly), but it’s also necessary for conditioning. But you can NOT condition the head!
WARNING: THIS ADVICE IS BASED OFF OF MY OWN PERSONAL EXPERIENCE AND RESEARCH. I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL PHYSICIAN, AND YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN/YOUR STUDENTS’ WELL-BEING.
In this video, we discuss alternative drills to build up the skills needed for developing offensive & defensive strategies, managing range, and keeping your eyes open.
1. What is CTE? (0:53)
2. Defense & Timing Drill: Shoulders & Knees (2:36)
3. Flow Drills (3:24)
4. Isolated Sparring (4:43)
5. When is hard sparring necessary? (6:50)
6. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT (9:16)
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When using the term “hard sparring”, I’m referring to throwing strikes with up to 100% power behind strikes (to the head, specifically). It is necessary for fighters, especially early in their competitive career, to understand how to deal with pressure and stress inoculation — this is when hard sparring should be done under professional supervision. As a fighter progresses through their career, hard sparring should dwindle from their training, as taking heavy shots to the head will have a detrimental effect on their brain and ability to “take a punch.”
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