
Boxing is all about the fine art of not getting hurt. A key part of boxing is learning how to respond to a punch. Although it is almost impossible to avoid being struck, you can reduce the chance of being hurt by your opponent's punches with some simple techniques. Floyd Mayweather's pull counter is a classic technique. You will take a small forward step to avoid your opponent's punch and then jump forward. You can capitalize on a missed opponent’s shot by using your back foot for a springboard. Then, you can move forward. This technique can often be used to your advantage and help you win the fight.
Smothering your opponent is another way to avoid getting punched. This involves getting too close or projecting your chest onto your opponent's forehead. This method can prevent your opponent from throwing a punch, but you should avoid smothering if possible. It is better to move your back foot to the same side as your lead foot. You want to ensure that your opponent is unable to reach your throat, or grab your weapon.

The key to avoiding a punch is to avoid it from landing on you. You can counterpunch with a powerful punch by slipping and not being hit. Avoid being caught by the striker. You need to move quickly and maintain balance. Although there are many ways to avoid a punch, these are the best. If you want to make the most of your boxing skills, these are the techniques that will help.
One of the most important skills in boxing is slipping. This technique allows for you to move around the opponent without being hit. The less likely that you get hit, the more slips you can make. Mike Tyson (Muhammad Ali) and Mike Tyson were the first to use this technique. Slipping allows for you to shift your head and upper body back while reducing the impact of your opponent’s punches.
Using the right stance is the key to avoiding a punch. Unintentionally missing a punch can be caused by a wrong stance. Proper stances are essential to avoid getting hit. This technique is also known to be the rabbit punch. The rabbit punch is illegal. However hook and uppercut both are legal. These techniques can be used to block punches.

Shoulder roll. The shoulder roll requires the fighter to place one arm across his midsection. This will allow them to avoid punches and help shift their weight. The shoulder roll, also known as the'shoulder-roll', is a common technique in boxing. The defensive strategy of boxing includes the shoulder roll.