Boxing Footwork | Flat Footed Vs On Toes | Pros & Cons 

Are you flat footed? or on your Toes? Comment down below!! Watch next: How to Keep Balance in Boxing when Throwing Long Combinations: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-cJCIyAwGZ10.html

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İf you combine the pros for the two styles youd be on toes out side but once you get inside switch to a flat foot for more stable stance and more power .......might work wonderfully

I use to box flat footed, then forced myself to box on toes. It took a while to make my toes strong . But the end result is, I'm glad I learned on toes because you can generate more speed and control the fight. And when u plant your feet at the right time u can throw still as much power.. even if u can fight just having fast feet on your toes can at least tire out your opponent and frustrate him

Mix up the two at right time and place, combining the two and applying them properly will definitely work better than just either one of them.

“On me toes” I like that 😂 everything you said I’ve experienced I notice I hit harder flat footed and I am faster when I’m on my toes so many people teach to do only one

A classic "boxer" or stylist (also known as an "out-fighter") seeks to maintain distance between himself and his opponent, fighting with faster, longer range punches, most notably the jab, and gradually wearing his opponent down. Due to this reliance on weaker punches, out-fighters tend to win by point decisions rather than by knockout, though some out-fighters have notable knockout records. They are often regarded as the best boxing strategists due to their ability to control the pace of the fight and lead their opponent, methodically wearing him down and exhibiting more skill and finesse than a brawler. Out-fighters need reach, hand speed, reflexes, and footwork. Notable out-fighters include Muhammad Ali, Larry Holmes, Joe Calzaghe, Wilfredo Gómez, Salvador Sánchez, Cecilia Brækhus, Gene Tunney, Ezzard Charles, Willie Pep, Meldrick Taylor, Ricardo "Finito" López, Floyd Mayweather Jr., Roy Jones Jr., Sugar Ray Leonard, Miguel Vázquez, Sergio "Maravilla" Martínez, Vitali Klitschko, Wladimir Klitschko, Ivan Robinson. This style was also used by fictional boxer Apollo Creed. (Source Wikipedia) I thought this was actually quite spot on and I've always found Arturo Gatti v Ivan Robinson I & II an excellent study of a classic boxer v a classic puncher. Timely video Tony, as many guys and gals out there I'm sure get confused between 'feet first' boxing and other approaches and perhaps what they are best suited to given their fitness level, age, etc. I would add that it is always good to know how to push off of one's toes, but that it is probably not sustainable.

You have impeccable timing with these vids. Been dedicating my time to footwork recently and this is helping tremendously. Thanks again Tony.

YESSS THANKS Now do slipping vs blocking

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Found this so helpful! Every coach and train as it has always told me to be on my toes, so always assumed it was wrong to be flat-footed-even though my balance is so much better when I am! Thanks for clearing this up! Massively helpful!

I came from Taekwondo where footwork is very important and you will always have to be on your your toes. Glad that translated well to boxing. What I'm working on is planting my feet on the ground for really powerful punches. It's easy on training but on a real match where there's pressure, I tend to stick to what I know best.

Why do my fav vids you create, all feel like some of the best advice I’ve even gotten about fighting/boxing. Thanks again champ.

Hey Tony, just want to say thanks a lot. As a beginner boxer your videos have really helped me improve my fundamentals and become more confident to continue training boxing.

Just got out of wrestling a few months back after doing it all through high school and two years in college but I’ve missed competing so much and wanted to give boxing a try. I’ve been binge watching this legends videos ever since! Awesome stuff brother!

I really appreciate your emphasis on what should be "the basics" in any combat situation 👍👍

You’ve helped me improved my boxing knowledge and my footwork a lot more I’m still tryna learn certain moves but you’ve helped so much Thank you so much I just noticed I never subscribed but i just did and put on the bell

Im watching almost all your videos and i’ve learned so much! Thank you for giving proper boxing instructions and tactics! Appreciate your work, you deserve far more views and followers! Keep up the good work and stay healthy 🙏

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There’s no wrong or right answer.... depends on your style Love your videos Tony

Perfect explanation. Jumping rope helps a lot to be faster on toes. Thanks for the lessons Tony👊👍

IT s crazy , i was formulating my question, meanwhile watching your video, when i finished my question( about using both in different situations attack vs defense),You gave the answer, great teacher ,more than a coach...

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I love these videos! I really like how they are short but full of useful information, and it's free! Very much appreciated.

A video on a beginner conditioning and workout regimen would be amazing! Thank you Tony!!!!! You're the Best!

This was a great video for me because I'm older and my knees are shot. I have decent leg conditioning, but I just can't stay up on my toes for long. I'm glad to know there are some advantages to being flat-footed. I never thought there were. I will train to capitalize on those advantages, because that has become my default mode.

Nice one Tone, keep dancing mate, A moving target is harder to hit.

I've just started boxing training. But only to get fit, not for competitions. I have so much respect for those who subordinate their lives to this sport and train so hard! Your videos are great please keep it up! Best regards from Germany

Hands down, the best RU-vid channel for boxing! Thank you Tony.

very informative, thanks! i would also add that on-toes can also get you more foot blisters at the beginning(at least my experience), so it's good to be aware of it when training a couple days in a row.

Video on Pros and cons to switching boxing stance. Would love to throw a Tyson reverse hook but always feels weird being in a southpaw stance.

Hey Tony thank-you so much. I've recently took up an MMA class and know nothing about fighting. This definitely helps. Thanks again

Incredible way of breaking it down! Thanks for this video!🔥🔥🥊🥊

Also personally, I have my front foot flat and my back foot on its toes. It allows for the best of both worlds I've found, but I suppose to each their own - I still need to work out the kinks of the style, but it allows for the mobility as well as being able to plant my feet when needed.

I asked this very question in my gym tonight and the coach who shows us “Jason Williams” more or less told me the same as you. Would you be able to do a video on technical work such as blocking and catching punches Tony ?

I'm so glad, I saw you on RU-vid couple months ago,mostly I watch about sport or martial arts video, on the comments they just hating and debate which one is better. but you bring them together and the answers are so clear.very educating 🔥

Superb break down. At the moment I am spending hours on my footwork so this was really appreciated. Thanks.

another great video once I can get to a track I am going to start running backwards again like Ali

The hardest working man on utube is a fighter! Nice job

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I love the left body shot. It’s just many coaches told me to throw it different ways. Is my arm just coming straight out? Or is it coming kinda sideways? How do you hold your hand and arm when hitting it? Thanks for all the videos and stay healthy 🔥🙏🏻

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Could you make a video for tall fighters please if you haven’t already

Hello sir, good to have your views on this topic. I'd love seeing you cover the underrated/controversed 52 blocks system (at least the elbow blocking part).

Tony, I love your videos! I've been teaching group boxing/fitness kickboxing for a few years now, and am moving into the competition side. Your insights are SUPER helpful!

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THIS IS SO HELPFUL,do next HOW TO FIGHT WHILE MOVING BACK

youtube have so many videos for boxing footwork so I am so confused so please sir make a 1 best video for footwork plz plz plz...

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I'm flat footed, and as someone who's always been told that being flat footed is a disadvantage, it's relieving to know the pros and cons of my own foot anatomy

I’m always on my toes because I literally cannot put heel on the ground without losing my balance

Thanks for your perspective & another well explained video.

You are so correct. Good footwork in boxing or kickboxing is a huge asset. When your opponent keeps missing strikes it takes a lot of physical energy out of them but the mental stress it puts on them can be even more damaging. When you can't touch your opponent it's demoralizing . Thanks again Tony Jefferies 🥊🇺🇲🇬🇧👍

Thanks for the video. Love the breakdown. I like working on the inside most so I am naturally flat footed in my boxing but have been practicing a bit of on my toes for maneuverability and better defense. I believe, if I am not mistaken, Mike Tyson was more flat footed in his boxing style but had maneuverability with his movements.

In a street fight, be on your those because leg kicks wil be easier to miss

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What I love about your videos is that you teach techniques and give pros, cons, and examples. It reminds me a lot of MMA in the sense that you teach that there’s a time and place for all techniques. One isn’t overall better than another. Each has its strengths and weaknesses

Please make a video on fighters mindset(not afraid of getting hit)

Hello sir, I have a question. Where to look in a fight. At the eyes? Or the centre between shoulders?

Your content changed my heavy bag work massively. Love the insights man. Your hand wrap video is a game changer!!!

What do you think of Tyson’s footwork? Also, would love to see a video on southpaw’s avoiding the opponent’s right cross.

You're taller -> Stay on your toes. You're shorter -> Stay flat footed and better keep the pressure on. What do you think coach?

Oh thank you for making this video! Super helpful information! :D

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When you’re on the outside, stay on your toes, when you move to the inside, stay flat footed

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Having done kick boxing in the past, we were discouraged from being on the toes, being flat footed generates more power for kicks, but for punching, I definitely love the footwork I am seeing on these videos. NEW SUBSCRIBER!🥊🥊🥊🥊

What if: First rounds: on toes Later rounds: flatfooted

Canelo fights flat foot.

I love your videos so much, i was thinking to myself why my boxing coach tells us to always be on the toes and not flat footed, after watching the first part (best parts) of being flat footed and I see "power generation, better balanced, etc" and then i get the negatives of flat footed being: relying on head movement and reactions + slower punches and boxing is now more of avoid getting hit and land hits

Thank you! Badly needed this video!

So basically when you're in the ring its toes. When you're in a street fight its flat feet. Just a joke🙂

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Thank you for takings us through this. Amazing guy 🙏

Another very educational and informative video…delivered with passion and panache…Thanks Tony

Tony you are the best! I love your videos! Informative, no bs, straight to the point! btw I used to practice flat-footed but then my coach told me to "loose more on my toes" so he told me to be on toes and move. Thanks for the video!

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Love this video! Would love to see more footwork/defense videos

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Thanks for your efforts. Much appreciated

Great! My friend, i think this Is the best video you've done. Really helpful for me. Tomorrow i Will try the difference on my heavy bag

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These tips inspire me to get to the gym and I’ve improved quite a bit!

Tks a lot for sharing your knowledge. This kind of lesson i cant find it anywhere but your channel

Really appreciate the video!

I have five months training and have noticed I do get more tired on my toes but have not been taught the pros and cons of each until now. Thank you so much for your teaching. waiting for the next video!!!

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