Jun 19 (edited) • General discussion
📅 Week 3 – Striking Setups: Round vs. Straight Shots
Last week we focused on using levels to move your opponent’s guard. This week, we’re shifting focus to attack angles — combining round shots (hooks, kicks) with straight shots (jabs, crosses) to manipulate your opponent’s defense.
🧠Core Concept:
- Straight shots narrow your opponent’s guard, opening up the sides.
- Round shots widen the guard, creating lanes for straight attacks.
🎯 This principle works both on the feet and on the ground.
Example:
From mount — use wide hooks to open the center, then drop hard straights.
On the feet — go jab, hook; or body kick to rear straight once they start reacting.
đź“š Your study this week:
- Use straight shots to set up round ones
- Use round attacks to open up straights
- Mix your ranges and tools (elbows, kicks, punches) to break predictable rhythm
🛠️ Drill it. Play with it. Make your opponent chase your openings.
Drop your favorite combo or a sparring clip where you used this concept below! 👇
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📅 Week 3 – Striking Setups: Round vs. Straight Shots
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