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Build a Pendulum Step Worthy of Oleksandr Usyk!

How about mastering a technique that is used extensively in the amateurs and forms a fundamental part of the Oleksandr Usyk boxing style?

This technique is absolutely central to building a super-effective boxing style that is based upon mobility.

In this video you will get 3 boxing drills that will help you master the pendulum step.

The Pendulum Step

These boxing drills are simple in nature, and are progressive, with each being a logical step on the journey to properly master the pendulum step.

If you are able to avoid the common faults that I describe in the video then in no time at all we’ll have you executing a pendulum step of which Oleksandr Usyk himself would be proud.

Cheers

Fran

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  • Neri September 6, 2022, 11:29 am

    Hi coach,
    Trick question –
    How do you *beat* a boxer that uses a lot of the pendulum step? Just keep the range?
    Can’t keep with those younger horses anymore..:)

    Thanks

    • Fran September 7, 2022, 7:22 pm

      Hi Neri

      Feints (to trigger) and then be willing to push back with shots. Try to get them to commit. The double arm block is always good too👍

  • Jack December 2, 2021, 5:18 pm

    Great stuff as always Fran! This is really a challenge for me! I’m just not that light footed anymore…:-) I felt a bit silly and clumsy when i tried this, hoping not too many people were watching… Have to get over that i suppose because it really adds something to my boxing arsenal. Thank you!

    • Fran December 5, 2021, 8:00 pm

      That’s it Jack, it’s all about versatility and giving yourself options. Glad you enjoyed it pal, thanks for watching.

  • Bobby November 30, 2021, 3:51 pm

    Love this lesson Fran and your demo on the heavy bag. If you do it on a double end bag it increases the difficulty markedly and really sharpens your footwork and hand eye co-ordination.

    • Fran December 5, 2021, 7:57 pm

      Good shout on the double end bag Bobby – combining feet would be a massive challenge👍

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