Ι was taught that same downward punch movement by a Savate teacher. He implemented a similar downward motion in low kicks as well and boy did they feel heavy!
@@schizoidman9781 All good Martial Artists I would say... I have seen hundreds of Instructors who have no clue to these concepts and by default, the same for all their students.
It’s an overhand right, bring your feet with you, off to the side with your head first. Stick it behind the jab, just touch it out there and follow with the overhand right. Of course it’s all just talk until the adrenaline arrives.
Thanks for the demo Russell. That exactly how I was taught to cross punch in Muay Thai. Similar with the low kicks and elbows. Power from the ground, via the leg, hip, shoulder and back down to ground with gravity. Agree with the acceleration and follow through also 🥊🙏
Love these videos you do, talking sense unlike a lot of the crap I see online! How you're demonstrating with a downward trajectory I've seen numerous bangers using this method... Thomas hearns, Gerald mcclellan, Anuwat kaewsamrit. Keep these coming.
Good stuff again mate , that shot at the end was perfected by Gerald McClellan , head to one side shortens the distance and the chop down good night Vienna.
That’s the difference between outside vs inside fight technique. Inside is high pressure using torque and leverage to over power. Outside is setting up from distance to create an opening.
Coach, thanks for the sound teaching. Around 5:24, I couldn't quite understand what you said. You said something about "4 5 6 7." Do those numbers correspond to locations on the head? And just before 5:24, I think you said "1" when you talked about rattling the brain. What do these numbers mean?
Thanks Russel having done boxing when i was younger and Karate in my late thirties till my mid forties your Techniques and explanation bring it right home great video.
The problem is we seem to be taught to aim for that snap type timing punch on the bag nowadays, rather than punching through the bag. I like the dual idea of moving your head out of line to get the punch positioning right, but which also helps to get your head out of the way for the counter.
However, I still have his complete course DVDs’ on snap punching and whip like palm slaps to the forehead for an instant knockout. In this demonstration he’s more in a boxing mode and to perhaps block an incoming right, your own right has already accelerated through the target making any incoming right glance away, (hopefully), especially with left in a defensive position. Just my thoughts.
@@SoldierDrew I am unsure of what you mean by snap punches - so can't comment. My meaning of snap punches, is a quick on / off as per many Martial arts styles - which are not very reliable.
Well explained and spot on. My old grandad who was a proper south London boy always said to me hit once and hit 'em hard as you can and if possible be first. I went to school with a lad of my age who could knock people out with one punch and it was always brutal because he accelerated so hard through the punch even if they weren't actually out cold the impact and shock would drop 'em and they never got up. I'm still friends with him and asked him a few years ago about his school day fights and he said never threaten, never get verbal don't bounce up and down trying to be the big I am, just hit them fast and hard.
I always understood that a strike is always aimed behind the target, I'm surprised that anyone should think that it stops at the target. On the other hand one has to hit the target or leave yourself exposed.
What he shows has it's use as long as you remember that when you fight good defensive opponent by ducking to your left while trying to knock him out you are actually multiplying chance of you being knockout with his right. Every technique has it's limitations and applications
Part of the reason many fighting techniques don’t teach this is the huge opening you give your opponent if you miss. I wish he had talked more about the position of his opponent in this scenario. He never punches down at head height. You need a good sense of when this opportunity presents itself, which comes from experience Enjoyed the video 👍🏼
Great Instruction- I always watched Tyson close the gap and come in low and he did that exact move ducking the head and bringing that right hook above his head at the off angle. Powerful stuff, took it to the heavy bag and works great. Thanks Russell
Great to see i was doing something right. My father taught me that the punch starts at your foot. I've always instinctively dropped my head left and low when going for a fight ender punch like this. Step into it. Getting a bit old for all that now but really enjoyed your vid, Subbed 👍
I think the other common factor with knockouts is if you study them the recepitant is usually caught by suprise. What I mean is you will see someone load up a huge punch and it will connect and nothing happens. Conversely Kos usually come when the person is already stunned from a previous shot or it's a short inside punch they weren't expecting. Just my experience.
Yes you are right, that is why the step off to the side and moving the head off line - hopefully avoiding that check hook. Unfortunately, every time we punch, we are open to something.
I did enjoy this. We've both been there many times I see. My favorite is a hard and fast straight jab followed with a hook fininsher and a third for good measure. The third is usually an uppercut while they are going down at a 45 degree angle. Very sad for the jerk that just refused to be decent.
This is some brilliant advice about moving the head off the centerline to generate power and avoid being a still target 👏👏🙌🙌 It's a real shame 99% of the UK gyms don't offer this kinda legit training, most gyms here literally just teach you one style "gloves up" (you only need to watch the likes of Ricky Hatton, Anthony Crolla or Liam Smith to see this is the truth), and you can go in any gym up n down the UK and i guarantee you 100% they won't teach you shoulder roll, peek a boo ect, but this is fantastic 👏👏
Thank you for the kind comments - MUCH appreciated. Unfortunately I think you are absolutely correct about most gyms these days. Too much of BS Padwork / Silly conditioning exercises and not enough CORRECT drilling to build proper skills and UNDERSTANDING.
@@RussellStutely yeah i couldn't agree more mate, it's why i was always hesitant to train here, because your only learning a very limited version of boxing. Thanx always 🙏
Street fighting is a different animal where it is quite possibly your life on the line. I have often thought, that a Bourne Identity type of fighting mentality is required, to stay alive, in such circumstances. Punch, punch, punch, punch, survey your opponent and continue till you are safe.
I have consistently dialed in 900 lbs on those bag machines you, find in bars using a hook . I am 6'2" and 225 lbs . I stand beside the bag squared up facing it . I shuffle slightly right as I throw my right hook . I have never punched anyone as hard in competition, sparring or in a street fight . I probably should have .
Hi Russel! Excellent presentation! I was wondering if you could help teach the style of how a rare group of fighters use this style of whipping punches. It's kind of hard to explain. But I have observed a small number of boxers who never punch the traditional way. Instead, they use their bodies to whip their punches in a totally unpredictable but very powerful way. And they are totally relaxed and smooth while they are doing it. Their punches come from every direction and angle regardless if they are balanced or not. I cannot fathom for the life of me on how they do it.
Thank you. I think you may be referring to the way Naz used to get his power! Or maybe the likes of the great Roy Jones Jr? There are also many examples of more "orthodox" fighters utilising the same principles - but in a less dramatic fashion.
Hello Russell. Yes. Exactly! There was a guy in the UFC too who as amazing at that. Oh, I definitely want to learn your pressure point system of fighting as well since it seems very pracitcal and effective.
great instructions! can i add the cherry on top? Imagine your favorite pitcher or quarterback. They take a confident step forward and smoothly release the ball, creating a beautiful arc with their arm. It's not just about the throw; it's about the mechanics that come together in that moment. As you practice, remember to be gentle with your hands. They’re small and delicate, so it’s important to avoid putting too much pressure on them, as overuse can lead to injuries. Before diving into any heavy training, I always recommend my friends to shadow box the motion. It helps refine your technique without overwhelming your body! so break it down to imagery & visualization emphasis on technique practice self care and awareness take your time and work gradually to stronger and stronger throws
I love all the experts in the comments , questioning his technique ! Remember when boxing it was always about returning the punch as quick as you landed it ( amateur boxing ) On the bag I felt I done things more naturally as you can feel when you hit the bag with power and follow through
@@MaxMax-th7uz YES... You are right....That is why we train, drill, practice etc - so that we are confident in what we can do, without being over-confident of course.
Nice video, as you know the brain goes unconscious upon impacting the skull after some type of force. The quicker the brain smacks into the skull, the more force is imparted upon the brain. 🤙🏼
great, classic NZ streetfighter punch. But hahaha one of the thing we have been working with last 10 odd years is balance. Going back over fight footage (and personal experience) if someone doesn't have good structure they are much easier to ko. Problem comes when an opponent is advancing and holding good structure-sports fighters. You see it in boxing all the time - good structure can take a punch but if your throwing your own balance is compromised. You see it in rugby all the time - if a player can brace themselves they can take heavy impact, but if got from side or back when they don't know they fold up. Im pretty sure you did a vid about balance ... balance when getting hit is a HUUUUGE key. I'm sure you agree hahaha should I say do you agree>
I could not agree more about Balance. It is an area that we have studied rather diligently over the years. Understanding your own balance AND how to upset / take the balance of your opponent is a fundamental part of our training - and should be with all trainers / sports fighters / martial artists etc
Coach, one more question if you don't mind: Do lefties have any advantage over right-handed fighters in, say, boxing, other than the following: The opponent is more used to fighting those who are right-handed and therefore may be more likely to be surprised at times by a leftie? Any biomechanical advantage? And/or do lefties tend to be smarter tactically? And/or quicker? Stronger? More patient? More endurance?
Howdy! I subscribed and liked the video--but, I've learned that by stepping into my opponent as I land my vertical fist (no gloves or padding) I can launch all of my nearly 200 lbs of weight, concentrating it in my two knuckles (index and middle finger knuckles), and have broken people's cheek bones, broken their front teeth and sometimes ribs. These are usually one or two punch fights--not sporting events competing for points, but just trying to stay alive.
It seems like you handled those situations like a Boss - if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Just try it my way on the heavy bag and see what happens for you. I reckon you will hit even harder after a few rounds of practice.
I don't think he wants to show people how to kill. His information can be helpful in avoiding witnesses and other statements when someone's dead. Your information is valid in a life or death situation or collapse of civilisation scenario. I've seen some Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee movies, so I can speak with some experience. Watching movies, not killing.
cool like it .. although I query the 'readability' of any locked strategic techniues that becoem formulaic for the sake of belief that they are somehow more powerful. The problem being is 'readability' i.e. a powerhouse martial artist will always have the best 'liine/s' (not just centre-line) yet they will never give their 'line/s' away, moreso the mind-set you are locked into gives away predictive 'lines' they adhere to mentally/physically/esoterically). The best 'line' always wins with truly skilled martial artists.
Great advice and I have a question. I am smaller than most people at 5ft 3" and aged 71. Is there a reverse strategy for this for an upward punch? You might say why does a 71 year old need that info. Alas the punks come out at night when I sometimes go for a walk.
There is - but the best advice is avoidance and awareness. Move the time you go for a walk.. make it day time and also when there are normal good people around.
If you going to fight, you have to understand, that you're going to get hit ! Just as when dealing with a Horse ! You need to stay in tight ! Better to be pushed away, than be struck by a Hoof at full extension ! Same is true with an opponent ! Don't stand where their power is, at the full extension of their punch ! Easier said than done, but like I said, your going to get hit ! Especially by the ones that sucker punch you ! 💫 🤕 🥊
I wonder if the fact i used a makiwara for a long time and used to punch through it makes a diff . I also used a back fist strike to side of head a lot as well .But back fist can be dangerous if you end up striking the side of the temple.
Punching THROUGH the target and accelerating as you do that are 2 very important factors in achieving the K.O. The temple is a very weak area (TW23) in Chinese Medicine.
Snap back. I've never known anyone to swipe down after the punch. It comes straight back to defend and always punch through the target. Going down leaves us open to attack.
The punch down part comes from Arts like Aikido and Judo. You can literally push a man from standing to prone on his back with a forceful push down on somewhere like his chest. Doesnt take much effort.
I get that putting your body into is what does it, but swinging you head into some one elses fist, Idk, that's why old timey boxer stood strange, bent backwards to keep themselves able for the next fight. They would protect their faces from getting broken, but if done wrong breaking their arms wasn't much better
You have to send the punch at the right time - as you do with any punch. Also, when you throw any punch, you are open somewhere, somehow. If the preceding jab was aimed at the opponents rear hand for example, that could stop them from throwing the counter you mention.
Most bang knockouts I have witnessed mostly in the street or in pubs are hooks , uppercuts or just basically a banger of a punch that lands on the opponents head somewhere , I have never seen a guy knocked down or out by a single jab or straight right hand punch …. I have on the other hand put most yobs back with a punch to the solar plexus which takes the wind out of their body for up to a minuet followed by a few kicks to the knee , rib cage and or side of the head ….. basically a kick boxer will destroy a ring trained boxer any day “ fact “ and not a UFC shuffler I mean a fully competent kick boxer either Muay Thai or most Asian trainer kick boxers , some European kick boxers from UK and Holland are also extremely skilled in the lock box art but the basics of the fight art are from Asia ( Thailand , Vietnam , Korea , China , Cambodia, Laos , Philippines) these guys train in the same principles of technical and speed with power which is a deadly combination and very hard to defend against , the punching power of the fist if correctly thrown is deadly I agree but the power of the kick from Muay Thai trained kick boxer is life ending if delivered to a normal person ….. self Defence is a skill for the masses it teaches methodology on how to avoid being hit and counter Defence techniques which in my view are much more beneficial that teaching people on how to fight ….. defending one’s self against an aggressor is not the same as fighting…. If a fighter who wants to fight goes up against a Defence trained “ competent “ self defender there is one winner and is not the aggressive fighter guaranteed…. To learn the art of self Defence is an art and discipline like no other “ Yes “ one can be a black belt in Taekwondo and be trained Muay Thai kick boxer but still have all the self Defence training to incapacitate an aggressor with a few simple moves “ punches - kicks - strikes ) it ends like that and the competent self Defence Person walks away unscathed in most cases ….. the moral of my comment “ story “ is to train , learn , study the art of self Defence from there you will learn to fight should the need arise , I teach “ Self Defence Strike Methods “ per say as a means to an end most of my students over the years have learned how to fight during the journey by default but they don’t fight unless attacked …… it’s the disciplined way to live “ The Art “ “ The Discipline “ with training anyone can fight but be assured to be capable of the Art it’s a lifestyle choice of how to live on a daily basis …..
Self defense is indeed different to a fight - most problems occur when the "defender - good guy" allows a self defense situation to develop into a fight - then you are reliant on your fight skills. Kick boxers / Thai / Kun Khmer etc should beat a Boxer when fighting in their discipline and vice versa of course. I try not to say art X beats art Y - as, in most cases it is down to the individual and does not really prove the point.
You visualise where the head is and hit it. So, when training on the bag, it could be in a different place each time you strike. I think you have got a bit confused, there is no kicking going on.
That is right - because of the reduced risk of damaging yourself, mentally people can hit harder. However, bare knuckle on bone is so much more painful than a glove. The reduced area of contact also makes the strike much more effective.
@@RussellStutely Oh, it's definitely more painful for the recipient, even without a 'normal' pair of gloves. But it does hurt if you're doing the punching too. I think a lot depends on how strong your wrists are and how resilient are your hands. You watch a traveller bareknuckle fight and rarely see a knock-out. I'm sure if they wore boxing gloves, someone would be flat out pretty quickly.
The key is all self defense is IF YOU HAVE TO STRIKE. Obviously not being there is the best by miles.. in that regard you are correct. You only get time if you commit the crime (in a normal world). Hitting in self defense is not a crime.
This is exactly how Mike Tyson used to throw his rear right. Jab followed with rear hand whilst moving his head off line to the left and stepping in. Watch how he broke Andrew Golota’s cheek bone. Also how dropped Fran’s Botha. Both much bigger men than him.
To get a result in a street fight simple extend fingers and aim at eyes. Doesn’t matter how big your enemy is once you gouge the eye out it’s game over. Top Tip. Just don’t bite your finger nails afterwards 😆
@@RussellStutely absolutely but if someone wants to attack me then I’m going to do everything I can to protect myself. I’ll deal with the consequences later.
@@zozoa1 I agree with you - that is why I said depends on the situation, for getting into a ton of trouble. If it was a simple argument and you took an eye out, that is one thing... If he came at you with a machete, that is another... 2 extremes to show what i meant - but fundamentally agreed!
I was taught that if you hit someone in the head with your bare fist, you'll probably break the small bones in your hand and it'll be the last punch you throw in that fight.
Depends where you land and how you punch. You have another hand to throw with in a real fight as well... You will not stop throwing, even with broken knuckles / metacarpals etc... not if your life depends on it.
Thats why we harden our hands and feet with the makiwara in Karate. Its THE most important part of physical training in Karate. Hands and Feet can be turned into weapons.
I am curious, are you not looking at the target at the tail end of this punch? Or is it that your face is turned a bit away but you are maintaining visual focus on the target?
@@streuselhead4058 I know Geoff and know of Lee - Met him once from memory. Both were / are big names in the UK Self Defense scene. Done a few Seminars teaching with Geoff and Peter Consterdine. Both great people.
Always punch with first two big knuckles, yeah it hurts to begin with but will hurt the person you hit more. Never, never punch with small knuckles, best way to get a broken hand and lose alot of power.
No....punch with the whole fist with all your knuckles in a straight line and punch through the target. It really is a hammer blow. In a sirvival situation you want your first blow to hit and hurt and hopefully make your oppnent think twice about contonuing with the conflict. Bruce Lee advocated using the two "big" knuckles with a twisting motion on impact. Effective on sternum etc but speed and accuracy key
@@chrisevans1731 I dissagree Chris. You do what works for you mate but I can tell you, you lose too much energy punching with all the knuckles as the energy is dissipated over a bigger area. Scientific Fact. Also the 2 small knuckles and bones break very easy even if you hit with all the knuckles. Its like a hammer trying to hammer in a blunt/flat nail compared to a pointed one. Exactly the same principle. You can and ideally want to add a twisting motion to the end of all your punches same with punching through the target. Leaving a slight bend at the elbow and not locking out fully when you punch will help punch through a target and protect the elbows. Double the weight and you double the power double the speed and power increase is x4. Yes, speed and accuracy are key. Peace!
Untrained men can neither physically not mentally take hits very well. It's as jarring to them as every other over confident schmuck before they got hit. Train for 30 years and there is an unclosable gap between you and those who either don't train or who start too late.
Not sure about this. Good video anyway. But by making it less straight and whipping it you’re just slapping harder. By keeping it as straight, but adjusting your target for a deeper impact, then you’re actually breaking the opponent Ask me how I know.
Ι was taught that same downward punch movement by a Savate teacher. He implemented a similar downward motion in low kicks as well and boy did they feel heavy!
Yes, those kicks can be sickening
All good Martial Arts understand this concept. I always respected Savate.
@@schizoidman9781 All good Martial Artists I would say... I have seen hundreds of Instructors who have no clue to these concepts and by default, the same for all their students.
@@RussellStutely Sad but true.
It’s an overhand right, bring your feet with you, off to the side with your head first.
Stick it behind the jab, just touch it out there and follow with the overhand right.
Of course it’s all just talk until the adrenaline arrives.
Same with everything and every technique. It's how you deal with the adrenaline that matters.
Thanks for the demo Russell. That exactly how I was taught to cross punch in Muay Thai. Similar with the low kicks and elbows. Power from the ground, via the leg, hip, shoulder and back down to ground with gravity. Agree with the acceleration and follow through also 🥊🙏
Thank you - sounds like you learnt Muay Thai at a great gym.
I've heard this all my life. Spot on, Coach!
Thank you
Love these videos you do, talking sense unlike a lot of the crap I see online! How you're demonstrating with a downward trajectory I've seen numerous bangers using this method... Thomas hearns, Gerald mcclellan, Anuwat kaewsamrit. Keep these coming.
Thank you. We can learn so much by watching those great fighters K.O their opponents. The downward trajectory is there for so many of them.
Good stuff again mate , that shot at the end was perfected by Gerald McClellan , head to one side shortens the distance and the chop down good night Vienna.
Thank you... yes, McClellan could sure bang!
That’s the difference between outside vs inside fight technique. Inside is high pressure using torque and leverage to over power. Outside is setting up from distance to create an opening.
You are absolutely right
Coach, thanks for the sound teaching. Around 5:24, I couldn't quite understand what you said. You said something about "4 5 6 7." Do those numbers correspond to locations on the head? And just before 5:24, I think you said "1" when you talked about rattling the brain. What do these numbers mean?
@@overkillblackjack2910 They are for people who understand Chinese medicine and give precise locations.
@@RussellStutely Oh, Ok, thanks.
Very interesting, thank you. Could you please discuss follow up strikes after that style punch,?
Thank you - coming later this week
Thanks Russel having done boxing when i was younger and Karate in my late thirties till my mid forties your Techniques and explanation bring it right home great video.
Thank you
Perfectly stated and accurate, your experience and truth is appreciated and spot on. Thank you.
Thank you
The problem is we seem to be taught to aim for that snap type timing punch on the bag nowadays, rather than punching through the bag. I like the dual idea of moving your head out of line to get the punch positioning right, but which also helps to get your head out of the way for the counter.
Thank you - yes, we need to get "off line" and accelerate through the target.
However, I still have his complete course DVDs’ on snap punching and whip like palm slaps to the forehead for an instant knockout. In this demonstration he’s more in a boxing mode and to perhaps block an incoming right, your own right has already accelerated through the target making any incoming right glance away, (hopefully), especially with left in a defensive position. Just my thoughts.
Snap punches are for bareknuckle and driving through are for gloved boxing
@@SoldierDrew I am unsure of what you mean by snap punches - so can't comment. My meaning of snap punches, is a quick on / off as per many Martial arts styles - which are not very reliable.
Well explained and spot on. My old grandad who was a proper south London boy always said to me hit once and hit 'em hard as you can and if possible be first. I went to school with a lad of my age who could knock people out with one punch and it was always brutal because he accelerated so hard through the punch even if they weren't actually out cold the impact and shock would drop 'em and they never got up. I'm still friends with him and asked him a few years ago about his school day fights and he said never threaten, never get verbal don't bounce up and down trying to be the big I am, just hit them fast and hard.
Thank you - It sounds like your mate worked out for himself exactly what works and he was spot on!
Thanks for that, appreciated. Brings the mechanics right back of a proper punch.
Thank you
I always understood that a strike is always aimed behind the target, I'm surprised that anyone should think that it stops at the target. On the other hand one has to hit the target or leave yourself exposed.
You are so calm and collected…. Nice delivery…
Thank you
GREAT VIDEO
Thank you
Good advice
What he shows has it's use as long as you remember that when you fight good defensive opponent by ducking to your left while trying to knock him out you are actually multiplying chance of you being knockout with his right. Every technique has it's limitations and applications
Part of the reason many fighting techniques don’t teach this is the huge opening you give your opponent if you miss.
I wish he had talked more about the position of his opponent in this scenario. He never punches down at head height.
You need a good sense of when this opportunity presents itself, which comes from experience
Enjoyed the video 👍🏼
great lesson as alway
Thanks
Great Instruction- I always watched Tyson close the gap and come in low and he did that exact move ducking the head and bringing that right hook above his head at the off angle. Powerful stuff, took it to the heavy bag and works great. Thanks Russell
Thank you - yes Tyson was incredible at that... so dynamic and fast.
Great to see i was doing something right. My father taught me that the punch starts at your foot. I've always instinctively dropped my head left and low when going for a fight ender punch like this. Step into it.
Getting a bit old for all that now but really enjoyed your vid, Subbed 👍
Thank you.... Your Father taught you right!
I think the other common factor with knockouts is if you study them the recepitant is usually caught by suprise. What I mean is you will see someone load up a huge punch and it will connect and nothing happens. Conversely Kos usually come when the person is already stunned from a previous shot or it's a short inside punch they weren't expecting. Just my experience.
Well said. I discovered this on my own a few years back while practicing boxing on my B.O.B.
Thank you, yes BOB training is very beneficial for this.
What should be added here is punching downward could expose you to counter like check left hooks. so once u alive to that risk then you can avoid it
Yes you are right, that is why the step off to the side and moving the head off line - hopefully avoiding that check hook. Unfortunately, every time we punch, we are open to something.
Thanks for this great advice, but simple advice, I'm going to review my training.thanks again.
Thank you
Excellent video Russell.
Thank you
Lol
You're not just moving your head offline, you're also taking a bigger step forward when you move your head offline.
That is absolutely right.
Some very good points there
Thank you
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Great points here that even Leo Fong missed in his old Knockout Punching book!
Thank you
You're easy to learn from.
Exemplary instructor. 💎
Thank you!
I did enjoy this. We've both been there many times I see. My favorite is a hard and fast straight jab followed with a hook fininsher and a third for good measure. The third is usually an uppercut while they are going down at a 45 degree angle. Very sad for the jerk that just refused to be decent.
Thank you - that will definitely do it. The 45 degree uppercut is my fave version and is already filmed ready
@RussellStutely Great minds think alike sir!
This is some brilliant advice about moving the head off the centerline to generate power and avoid being a still target 👏👏🙌🙌 It's a real shame 99% of the UK gyms don't offer this kinda legit training, most gyms here literally just teach you one style "gloves up" (you only need to watch the likes of Ricky Hatton, Anthony Crolla or Liam Smith to see this is the truth), and you can go in any gym up n down the UK and i guarantee you 100% they won't teach you shoulder roll, peek a boo ect, but this is fantastic 👏👏
Thank you for the kind comments - MUCH appreciated. Unfortunately I think you are absolutely correct about most gyms these days. Too much of BS Padwork / Silly conditioning exercises and not enough CORRECT drilling to build proper skills and UNDERSTANDING.
@@RussellStutely yeah i couldn't agree more mate, it's why i was always hesitant to train here, because your only learning a very limited version of boxing. Thanx always 🙏
Great technical explanation. Thanks
Thank you
Hip rotation before punch key to big power
Absolutely right
Street fighting is a different animal where it is quite possibly your life on the line. I have often thought, that a Bourne Identity type of fighting mentality is required, to stay alive, in such circumstances. Punch, punch, punch, punch, survey your opponent and continue till you are safe.
I could not agree more
I have consistently dialed in 900 lbs on those bag machines you, find in bars using a hook . I am 6'2" and 225 lbs . I stand beside the bag squared up facing it . I shuffle slightly right as I throw my right hook . I have never punched anyone as hard in competition, sparring or in a street fight . I probably should have .
Hi Russel! Excellent presentation! I was wondering if you could help teach the style of how a rare group of fighters use this style of whipping punches. It's kind of hard to explain. But I have observed a small number of boxers who never punch the traditional way. Instead, they use their bodies to whip their punches in a totally unpredictable but very powerful way. And they are totally relaxed and smooth while they are doing it. Their punches come from every direction and angle regardless if they are balanced or not. I cannot fathom for the life of me on how they do it.
Thank you. I think you may be referring to the way Naz used to get his power! Or maybe the likes of the great Roy Jones Jr? There are also many examples of more "orthodox" fighters utilising the same principles - but in a less dramatic fashion.
Hello Russell. Yes. Exactly! There was a guy in the UFC too who as amazing at that. Oh, I definitely want to learn your pressure point system of fighting as well since it seems very pracitcal and effective.
@@joej782 Thank you - There is a ton of info on that on my site russellstutely.com
Thanks, Russell! JD (Michigan)
Thank you
I boxed are used to spare Prince Charles Williams. Of course I don’t have the experiences you. But your spot on.
Thank you. Great to be sparring someone like Williams - I think he beat Bobby Czyz for the title.
great instructions!
can i add the cherry on top?
Imagine your favorite pitcher or quarterback. They take a confident step forward and smoothly release the ball, creating a beautiful arc with their arm. It's not just about the throw; it's about the mechanics that come together in that moment.
As you practice, remember to be gentle with your hands. They’re small and delicate, so it’s important to avoid putting too much pressure on them, as overuse can lead to injuries.
Before diving into any heavy training, I always recommend my friends to shadow box the motion. It helps refine your technique without overwhelming your body!
so break it down to
imagery & visualization
emphasis on technique
practice self care and awareness
take your time and work gradually to stronger
and stronger throws
Absolutely right - you are 100% bang on.
Always beneficial to be taller than your opponent too 😁
Yes - and bigger and stronger and faster and better. 🙂
Very good instructions,,,,thanks for Ur years of knowledge....
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After a lifetime of learning I'm still a beginner,,,,I never seem to get enuf,,,,thank U again...Ur brilliant...
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Good stuff..downward trajection works better because energy always tends to move downwards
Thank you - yes.. let gravity work for you.
Tell that to Tyson and Demosey and Marciano
@@JohnSmith-le5oe No need, they knew this and much more
Wow U love the sound of your own voice ...
If I don't who will?
I love all the experts in the comments , questioning his technique !
Remember when boxing it was always about returning the punch as quick as you landed it ( amateur boxing )
On the bag I felt I done things more naturally as you can feel when you hit the bag with power and follow through
The heavy bag tells no lies - unlike most of the BS Pads I see out there.
@@RussellStutely it’s having the faith of landing a punch on someone as you can on the heavy bag …
As the bag doesn’t punch back !
@@MaxMax-th7uz YES... You are right....That is why we train, drill, practice etc - so that we are confident in what we can do, without being over-confident of course.
Clear and concise. Legend.
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what if you are a foot or more shorter? how do you get downward trajectory then? Jump first? tdk
Great Video just Subscribed.
What about if you are a shorter person vs a larger person. It might give you a good gut punch, but a "knock-out"?
You will be shocked at how a body punch can achieve the K.O. If the height disparity is even larger and it is a street fight, you can punch the groin!
Informative. Thanks Captain
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Cool. How many people have you personally knocked out ?
Was it in the ring ? Or the street ?
Nice video, as you know the brain goes unconscious upon impacting the skull after some type of force.
The quicker the brain smacks into the skull, the more force is imparted upon the brain.
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Thank you - hence the need to accelerate through the target, to make the K.O much more likely.
My pinky knuckle knows that parabolic punch well
great, classic NZ streetfighter punch. But hahaha one of the thing we have been working with last 10 odd years is balance. Going back over fight footage (and personal experience) if someone doesn't have good structure they are much easier to ko. Problem comes when an opponent is advancing and holding good structure-sports fighters. You see it in boxing all the time - good structure can take a punch but if your throwing your own balance is compromised. You see it in rugby all the time - if a player can brace themselves they can take heavy impact, but if got from side or back when they don't know they fold up. Im pretty sure you did a vid about balance ... balance when getting hit is a HUUUUGE key. I'm sure you agree hahaha should I say do you agree>
I could not agree more about Balance. It is an area that we have studied rather diligently over the years. Understanding your own balance AND how to upset / take the balance of your opponent is a fundamental part of our training - and should be with all trainers / sports fighters / martial artists etc
I like to use a Palm strike or and elbow Strike. 💥
They work fantastically well too. The elbow is particularly vicious.
Coach, one more question if you don't mind: Do lefties have any advantage over right-handed fighters in, say, boxing, other than the following: The opponent is more used to fighting those who are right-handed and therefore may be more likely to be surprised at times by a leftie? Any biomechanical advantage? And/or do lefties tend to be smarter tactically? And/or quicker? Stronger? More patient? More endurance?
No, only the advantages you mentioned
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Howdy! I subscribed and liked the video--but, I've learned that by stepping into my opponent as I land my vertical fist (no gloves or padding) I can launch all of my nearly 200 lbs of weight, concentrating it in my two knuckles (index and middle finger knuckles), and have broken people's cheek bones, broken their front teeth and sometimes ribs. These are usually one or two punch fights--not sporting events competing for points, but just trying to stay alive.
It seems like you handled those situations like a Boss - if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Just try it my way on the heavy bag and see what happens for you. I reckon you will hit even harder after a few rounds of practice.
@@RussellStutely Will do, Master...
I don't think he wants to show people how to kill. His information can be helpful in avoiding witnesses and other statements when someone's dead. Your information is valid in a life or death situation or collapse of civilisation scenario. I've seen some Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee movies, so I can speak with some experience. Watching movies, not killing.
I subbed and liked! Good lesson
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cool like it .. although I query the 'readability' of any locked strategic techniues that becoem formulaic for the sake of belief that they are somehow more powerful. The problem being is 'readability' i.e. a powerhouse martial artist will always have the best 'liine/s' (not just centre-line) yet they will never give their 'line/s' away, moreso the mind-set you are locked into gives away predictive 'lines' they adhere to mentally/physically/esoterically). The best 'line' always wins with truly skilled martial artists.
Great advice and I have a question. I am smaller than most people at 5ft 3" and aged 71. Is there a reverse strategy for this for an upward punch? You might say why does a 71 year old need that info. Alas the punks come out at night when I sometimes go for a walk.
There is - but the best advice is avoidance and awareness. Move the time you go for a walk.. make it day time and also when there are normal good people around.
If you going to fight, you have to understand, that you're going to get hit !
Just as when dealing with a Horse !
You need to stay in tight !
Better to be pushed away, than be struck by a Hoof at full extension !
Same is true with an opponent !
Don't stand where their power is, at the full extension of their punch !
Easier said than done, but like I said, your going to get hit !
Especially by the ones that sucker punch you !
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I wonder if the fact i used a makiwara for a long time and used to punch through it makes a diff .
I also used a back fist strike to side of head a lot as well .But back fist can be dangerous if you end up striking the side of the temple.
Punching THROUGH the target and accelerating as you do that are 2 very important factors in achieving the K.O. The temple is a very weak area (TW23) in Chinese Medicine.
Snap back. I've never known anyone to swipe down after the punch. It comes straight back to defend and always punch through the target. Going down leaves us open to attack.
Just look on YT at a ton of K.O's with the rear hand - I would bet that over 90% do it the way I described.
Hi Coach, what do the numbers mean around 5:20? You mention "1" and then "4 5 6 7."
The punch down part comes from Arts like Aikido and Judo. You can literally push a man from standing to prone on his back with a forceful push down on somewhere like his chest. Doesnt take much effort.
That is so true - most Arts, however, do not truly understand HOW the body is balanced and how easily that balance can be taken.
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I live in Cambodia - never heard of you - where is your class - Olympic stadium?
I have never heard of you either :-) I do not teach classes to the public, like you have at Cambodian Top Team. Nice rolling mawashi-geri you did.
@@RussellStutely - Thanks. Alright man, God bless. 😁
I get that putting your body into is what does it, but swinging you head into some one elses fist, Idk, that's why old timey boxer stood strange, bent backwards to keep themselves able for the next fight. They would protect their faces from getting broken, but if done wrong breaking their arms wasn't much better
You have to send the punch at the right time - as you do with any punch. Also, when you throw any punch, you are open somewhere, somehow. If the preceding jab was aimed at the opponents rear hand for example, that could stop them from throwing the counter you mention.
I learned to punch through the target in Tae Kwon Do. If a punch stops at the target you will never break wood/brick/tile/jaw.
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Coach, is what you just taught true of the jab too, or is a jab "just" a jab and not an accelerating-through-the-target kind of punch?
the Jab can and should be used in all manner of ways, from a light feint up to a K.O punch. It is incredibly versatile with many many variations.
@@RussellStutely Ok, thanks so much!
Most bang knockouts I have witnessed mostly in the street or in pubs are hooks , uppercuts or just basically a banger of a punch that lands on the opponents head somewhere , I have never seen a guy knocked down or out by a single jab or straight right hand punch …. I have on the other hand put most yobs back with a punch to the solar plexus which takes the wind out of their body for up to a minuet followed by a few kicks to the knee , rib cage and or side of the head ….. basically a kick boxer will destroy a ring trained boxer any day “ fact “ and not a UFC shuffler I mean a fully competent kick boxer either Muay Thai or most Asian trainer kick boxers , some European kick boxers from UK and Holland are also extremely skilled in the lock box art but the basics of the fight art are from Asia ( Thailand , Vietnam , Korea , China , Cambodia, Laos , Philippines) these guys train in the same principles of technical and speed with power which is a deadly combination and very hard to defend against , the punching power of the fist if correctly thrown is deadly I agree but the power of the kick from Muay Thai trained kick boxer is life ending if delivered to a normal person ….. self Defence is a skill for the masses it teaches methodology on how to avoid being hit and counter Defence techniques which in my view are much more beneficial that teaching people on how to fight ….. defending one’s self against an aggressor is not the same as fighting…. If a fighter who wants to fight goes up against a Defence trained “ competent “ self defender there is one winner and is not the aggressive fighter guaranteed…. To learn the art of self Defence is an art and discipline like no other “ Yes “ one can be a black belt in Taekwondo and be trained Muay Thai kick boxer but still have all the self Defence training to incapacitate an aggressor with a few simple moves “ punches - kicks - strikes ) it ends like that and the competent self Defence Person walks away unscathed in most cases ….. the moral of my comment “ story “ is to train , learn , study the art of self Defence from there you will learn to fight should the need arise , I teach “ Self Defence Strike Methods “ per say as a means to an end most of my students over the years have learned how to fight during the journey by default but they don’t fight unless attacked …… it’s the disciplined way to live “ The Art “ “ The Discipline “ with training anyone can fight but be assured to be capable of the Art it’s a lifestyle choice of how to live on a daily basis …..
Self defense is indeed different to a fight - most problems occur when the "defender - good guy" allows a self defense situation to develop into a fight - then you are reliant on your fight skills. Kick boxers / Thai / Kun Khmer etc should beat a Boxer when fighting in their discipline and vice versa of course. I try not to say art X beats art Y - as, in most cases it is down to the individual and does not really prove the point.
Hey Russell, you are 100% correct, brother! This is coming from a 30+ year karate practitioner.
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5’4” guy, best punch to knock out bigger guys?
It is up to the situation for the height of a punch. If the opponent is leaning away, you will punch lower, if standing tall, punch higher!
Right, and where is the opponent’s head at that moment? Or you are kicking a child?
You visualise where the head is and hit it. So, when training on the bag, it could be in a different place each time you strike. I think you have got a bit confused, there is no kicking going on.
@@RussellStutely you right, there is punching, somewhere in the area of lower chest or stomach of an adult man.
@@shelonnikgrumantov5061 It could well be yes. Many a K.O to the body
I was taught to punch down in muay thai is that correct?
Yes... absolutely right
Pressure Point Fighter..???.
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Thank you for the blessing.
Interested in your comment re hitting bareknuckle punching being more effective. This is fine, but you can hit harder if you're wearing gloves.
That is right - because of the reduced risk of damaging yourself, mentally people can hit harder. However, bare knuckle on bone is so much more painful than a glove. The reduced area of contact also makes the strike much more effective.
@@RussellStutely Oh, it's definitely more painful for the recipient, even without a 'normal' pair of gloves.
But it does hurt if you're doing the punching too. I think a lot depends on how strong your wrists are and how resilient are your hands.
You watch a traveller bareknuckle fight and rarely see a knock-out. I'm sure if they wore boxing gloves, someone would be flat out pretty quickly.
@@peezebeuponyou3774 Could not agree more
And get 20 years for a one punch death. Plus live with the fact you killed someone over an argument. Just walk away, go home and read a book!
The key is all self defense is IF YOU HAVE TO STRIKE. Obviously not being there is the best by miles.. in that regard you are correct. You only get time if you commit the crime (in a normal world). Hitting in self defense is not a crime.
This is exactly how Mike Tyson used to throw his rear right. Jab followed with rear hand whilst moving his head off line to the left and stepping in.
Watch how he broke Andrew Golota’s cheek bone. Also how dropped Fran’s Botha. Both much bigger men than him.
Yes... he was savage with that rear hand like that.
To get a result in a street fight simple extend fingers and aim at eyes. Doesn’t matter how big your enemy is once you gouge the eye out it’s game over. Top Tip. Just don’t bite your finger nails afterwards 😆
And people call me extreme for saying K.O them! Depending on the situation, that method could get you into a ton of trouble.
@@RussellStutely absolutely but if someone wants to attack me then I’m going to do everything I can to protect myself. I’ll deal with the consequences later.
@@zozoa1 I agree with you - that is why I said depends on the situation, for getting into a ton of trouble. If it was a simple argument and you took an eye out, that is one thing... If he came at you with a machete, that is another... 2 extremes to show what i meant - but fundamentally agreed!
I was taught that if you hit someone in the head with your bare fist, you'll probably break the small bones in your hand and it'll be the last punch you throw in that fight.
Depends where you land and how you punch. You have another hand to throw with in a real fight as well... You will not stop throwing, even with broken knuckles / metacarpals etc... not if your life depends on it.
Thats why we harden our hands and feet with the makiwara in Karate. Its THE most important part of physical training in Karate. Hands and Feet can be turned into weapons.
I am curious, are you not looking at the target at the tail end of this punch? Or is it that your face is turned a bit away but you are maintaining visual focus on the target?
Yes, maintaining focus, for any potential follow ups - get away etc if something goes wrong.
@@RussellStutely Thank you. Are you a fan of Geoff Thompson and Lee Morrison?
@@streuselhead4058 I know Geoff and know of Lee - Met him once from memory. Both were / are big names in the UK Self Defense scene. Done a few Seminars teaching with Geoff and Peter Consterdine. Both great people.
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Can you knock out Mike Tyson... If you can knock out anyone good luck
If you KO someone in the street in Holland, you end up in jail for years.
That would depend on the situation.
Always punch with first two big knuckles, yeah it hurts to begin with but will hurt the person you hit more. Never, never punch with small knuckles, best way to get a broken hand and lose alot of power.
No....punch with the whole fist with all your knuckles in a straight line and punch through the target. It really is a hammer blow. In a sirvival situation you want your first blow to hit and hurt and hopefully make your oppnent think twice about contonuing with the conflict.
Bruce Lee advocated using the two "big" knuckles with a twisting motion on impact. Effective on sternum etc but speed and accuracy key
@@chrisevans1731 I dissagree Chris. You do what works for you mate but I can tell you, you lose too much energy punching with all the knuckles as the energy is dissipated over a bigger area. Scientific Fact. Also the 2 small knuckles and bones break very easy even if you hit with all the knuckles. Its like a hammer trying to hammer in a blunt/flat nail compared to a pointed one. Exactly the same principle. You can and ideally want to add a twisting motion to the end of all your punches same with punching through the target. Leaving a slight bend at the elbow and not locking out fully when you punch will help punch through a target and protect the elbows. Double the weight and you double the power double the speed and power increase is x4. Yes, speed and accuracy are key. Peace!
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Yes - superb example
Sort of like an ice pick going in and chipping away down?
Yes - good analogy
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against someone without martial arts training you don't need much. against someone with, you won't even hit him
Untrained men can neither physically not mentally take hits very well. It's as jarring to them as every other over confident schmuck before they got hit.
Train for 30 years and there is an unclosable gap between you and those who either don't train or who start too late.
Not sure about this. Good video anyway. But by making it less straight and whipping it you’re just slapping harder.
By keeping it as straight, but adjusting your target for a deeper impact, then you’re actually breaking the opponent
Ask me how I know.
If you are not sure - try it.
I knocked myself out !
Be careful ... don't practice in front of a mirror :-)
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