Drill 2 of 5
Step Back Counter Drill
Make opponent fall short and counter.
How to practice
- Partner rushes in behind combinations. Step straight back just far enough to make them reach.
- As their punch falls short, plant your back foot and counter with the cross or hook.
- Drill the pendulum rhythm: rock out as they commit, rock back in with the counter.
- Practice at three depths: short step, full step back, and step back with a pivot at the end.
- Finish live - your only scoring shots are counters stepped back into their reach.
Coaching cues
Stay balancedKeep guard/position safeMove with purposeReset cleanly
Common mistakes
- Rushing the drill
- Poor posture or guard
- No reset after the action
Video references
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