This is how I throw most of my hooks as well, particularly as an (out) boxer, not an (in) fighter. It took a lot of practice because, as you indicate, they teach the textbook tight hook that really only works for infighting. To be honest, I think it should be the other way around. People injure themselves with tight hooks by throwing them too hard and incorrectly. Even learning the slap hook on the heavy bag can be beneficial to getting on the path to throwing the "half-slap" quickly and correctly. I describe it as using your body to swing a flail. Transfer the energy into it and let the ball at the end of the chain do the damage.

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

hahaha “swing a flail” is perfect!!! my fear of saying things is how people misinterpret my words but you said it beautifully

I like that I came to this trick indipendently. Works great and long hooks are fun

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

hahaha yes. we all figure it out eventually

@TheMatrixofMeaning

Жыл бұрын

Discovered this on the bags after years of throwing short pivot hooks. I figured out that if you throw an arm punch WHILE throwing a whole body pivot hook, the speed and power of that one punch is multiplied. It made such a difference that I learned quickly what angle and with what knuckles to land in order to prevent a serious hand injury. My coach always has to correct my form when he's watching because he doesn't understand what I'm doing Just thinks it sloppy technique like "you don't want to break your wrist" Lol my wrists will never break or fold from one punch, I only weigh 135lbs

Muay Thai teaches this to you very early on, and Charles Oliveria used it to knock down Michael Chandler as Chandler was using distance to try and hit, he ended up getting in the pocket and leaned out to a perfect ‘Slap-Hook’.

@expertboxing

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, it totally fits because of how muay thai guys like to hold their hands.

I really like throwing my hooks like this. In comparison most pros throw their hooks like this especially on the bag but even in-game. Floyd was known for this type of hook and it was snappy! 👍👍

@expertboxing

2 жыл бұрын

absolutely!!

Hello Johnny from expert boxing Great video 🤟

This made me subscribe!

Awesome. Great explanation.

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

you're the best man ! x)

Roy Jones Jr was the absolute king of this. Of course it helped that his biceps were twice the size of everyone else so he could still transfer the power even with the unfavourable elbow angle of the half-slap.

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t have Roy Jones biceps but this technique feels mechanically very strong to my body. Try it yourself and see how it works for you.

Its about gauging distance with your punches. You make a good point about the hook not reaching your opponent after a straight right hand. However, if you are moving forward with your punches, or your opponent is closing the distance, you will catch them with your hook. I was taught from a very young age to throw a long rage hook, and then you can shorten it up or lengthen the hook as needed in the ring. The biggest issue is that most coaches and so called boxing trainers try to teach beginners how to throw short hooks, but never focus on teaching a long range hooks. So they easily get exposed, when their opponent moves out of range.

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

It’s tough to teach range on the hook. Some people feel their hooks are too short. Others feel their hooks always go over.

@PalacBoxing

3 жыл бұрын

@@expertboxingI’m a firm believer that there are things someone can teach you. But on the other hand there are things, like gauging distance/range, that have to be developed by your own experience and application of what your taught in the ring.

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

amen!

Gold content as always. 💯

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that

Nice video brother

Started throwing my hooks like these over the past 6 months. My favourite shot by far now which was once my least favourite. Once you learn it this way, there's no going back 😅

Great video brother! Nice gloves btw ;)

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

Hehe! :D

i love this vid know my punches can get more powerfull

Thanks for this video❤️🙏

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

you’re very welcome

This is basically the professional/amateur left hook.

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha, yeah it’s pretty common. And really just one of many kinds of left hooks.

@carlosdelgado3704

Жыл бұрын

Thanks sherlock

Perfect video, good explanation and demonstration. Just what I needed! I saw pro fighters throwing the hook like a 'slap' and I wondered if this is legal and proper technique. I'm going to try your half slap technique, thanks!

@expertboxing

Жыл бұрын

Yes, try it and come back with comments how it felt to you.

Thank you for this enlightment. I agree. Some Boxers eventually use that like Fury.

This tip right here is golden

@expertboxing

4 ай бұрын

😎😎😎😎 iykyk

Great video

@expertboxing

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like it.

the master explain coach the good one i train please can you give another tecnic

When I really want it to hurt, I slap with the lower “knuckles” usually around the back, kidney level 🤷🏼‍♂️

As usual superb sir about to practice and master it please mates wish me luck it's my third match only and I want to return undefeated 😎🙏

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

best of luck to you!

Finally!!! I'm tired of textbook hooks that all youtuber trainers teach that no pros do. We need more advanced hook like this. Canelo and all the pros do this.

@expertboxing

10 ай бұрын

Glad you noticed! It's funny how many people try to argue with me because they can't see it and obviously don't have the real-world boxing experience to know that. Many MANY fighters throw this kind of hook.

This combo is not a problem at all, not at all, why is it a problem? Because often it is taught with a very wrong concept... that you only stay still while doing it. When you jab, cross you actually step in as the other option as you are doing them, and of course well set up... then you land your hook well as the person is covering up. I do not understand why it is a problem unless taught by an inexperienced coach that does not understand the combo. Good video.

Can you please do an indepth techinical breakdown of this? Mechanical differences between this and the textbook hook?

@expertboxing

10 ай бұрын

I already show the textbook hook in another video. I guess I could compare them side-by-side in the next video series if you prefer.

@med4u1

10 ай бұрын

@@expertboxing yes bro please do would appreciate it

@med4u1

10 ай бұрын

@@expertboxing Also maybe you can note some fighters who do throw this kind of hook for reference maybe even throw in some clips if that is possible

So if I understand correctly: are you saying all other tutorials are teaching to not use your arm and just rotate hips? And you are saying to curve your arm out abit before the hook?

@expertboxing

10 ай бұрын

I'm just comparing against conventional left hook technique. And even that has many little variables and nuances between each teacher.

As a beginner I didn't really understand the short hook. It never felt natural on the bag and my first sparring session with a taller person, I noticed I had a lot of distance to cover.

@expertboxing

5 ай бұрын

Yeaup! It’s not realistic in real fighting unless you’re way up close.

I have to understand what you're doing as sort of whipping with the arm a little. Have your ever done a video on RJJs bolo punch?? He is super effective with it. :)

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

I've never done the bolo punch and don't have much experience with it but I do have some tips as to how it should be done. I wouldn't say it's an effective punch. You can only use it against hurt/distracted opponents. It's a terrible move against an equal opponent or if you're losing the fight.

@PhoenixProdLLC

3 жыл бұрын

@@expertboxing Then that just makes RJJs effectiveness with it in his prime that much more amazing! :) Thanks for taking my question. 🙋

@headcoatee

3 жыл бұрын

@@PhoenixProdLLC RJJ was a rare talent that had the athleticism to break all the rules and still succeed. The majority of boxers who attempt his style learn the hard way that they don't have the speed for it. Trainers throw a fit if a young trainee emulates his techniques.

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

I think RJJ got it from Ray Leonard.

This is kinda how I throw the Gazelle punch naturally. I think that's pretty much what Ryan Garcia's go to move is. I have some struggle using it though, because this hits like a mf and I don't really like to go hard in sparring.

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

You can throw it light. Don't put so much crank in it.

Ehonda uses snap slap hooks but really fast lol 😂

@expertboxing

Жыл бұрын

uhhhhh

always seen floyd do this lol

What if you turned the hand over like a russian hook ? (palm facing outwards)

@expertboxing

2 жыл бұрын

I treat Russian hooks more as a “swing” punch and not a hook. It’s better for going OVER your opponents guard whereas hooks are for going AROUND your opponents guard. Try both and see what fits your style better.

Ryan g hook

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

hehe yes many long arm punchers use it

@t.m.t3215

3 жыл бұрын

Tyson Fury has that long hook too, uses it to good effect thanks to his height and reach.

ryan garcia entered the chat

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

hahahaha

1:19 3:10

Don't tread on me!

What size are those Winning Gloves?

@josesammut9396

3 жыл бұрын

Looks like 16-18

@expertboxing

3 жыл бұрын

16oz