Glossary

Pivot

Technique

Rotating the body around the anchored lead foot to change angles, evade attacks, or set up counters.

Related Technique
Lead Foot Pivot

Swinging the rear leg around the anchored lead leg like a compass to quickly change angles, evade attacks, and set up counters. Popularized by fighters like Pernell Whitaker and Vasyl Lomachenko, the lead foot pivot is a cornerstone of angular boxing that turns a defensive escape into an offensive position by repositioning you on the opponent's blind side in one explosive motion.

More Technique Terms

Angle

A position off the center line of the opponent, created through footwork. Fighting at angles makes you harder to hit and opens up new lines of attack.

Backpedal

Moving straight backward. Generally considered bad footwork because it surrenders ring position and can lead to being trapped against the ropes.

Bob and Weave

A defensive head movement technique where the fighter ducks under punches in a U-shaped motion, shifting weight laterally to avoid hooks.

Body Shot

Any punch targeted at the torso, including the ribs, liver, and solar plexus. Body shots accumulate damage and slow down opponents over rounds.

Catch

Using the open glove to absorb an incoming punch, neutralizing its impact while maintaining guard position.

Check Hook

A lead hook thrown while simultaneously pivoting away from an advancing opponent. Uses the opponent's forward momentum against them.

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