Boxing is a complex sport that takes many years to master. If you’re a beginner, it’s normal to make mistakes before you become more proficient in your technique. However, you can potentially avoid some mishaps with the following guide. 

4 Common Boxing Mistakes & How to Prevent Them

1. Watching One Area

Beginners often zero in on an opponent’s fists in the hopes of avoiding punches. However, narrowing your focus to one area will make you more likely to fall for feints and open you up to unexpected strikes from outside of your scope.

Instead, look in the general direction of where you want to go; just make sure not to telegraph your target with too much focus! At the same time, keep your opponent within your range of vision and pay attention to their movements to ensure they don’t take you by surprise.

2. Using Too Much Energy 

Boxing matches may range anywhere from four to 10 rounds. Many beginners expend excessive energy in the first few rounds, causing them to perform poorly toward the middle and end of the match. Avoid going too fast or hard during the beginning of the match to conserve energy.

3. Targeting the Head

Since head punches are the most likely to result in knockouts, many beginner boxers tend to focus on that area. However, it’s more effective to throw punches to other scoring zones on the body, such as the torso, first. Doing so will make your opponent let their guard down, giving you a better opportunity to go for the head. 

4. Arm Punching 

Arm punching is inadvisable because all of the power comes from the hand, arm, and wrist. Throw more powerful punches by bending your knees, rotating your torso, and moving the energy from your hips and shoulder.

When you’re ready to practice your skills against a professional boxer, get in touch with Tessa Moon of TM Productions. This female boxer has an impressive record that includes winning her first 12 amateur matches in a row. Call (808) 291-7817 to schedule a fight, and visit the website to learn more about her local, national, and international accolades.