Jab Strategy

R. Michael Onello, author of Boxing: A 12 Week Course gives this advice about using the jab stragetically:

1. The jab keeps an opponent in a defensive mode, breaking his rhythm and timing. Throwing it does not alter your defensive position or stance so throw it often.

2. Measure distance or drive opponent back with the jab, keeping him off balance, blocking his vision and setting him up so you can create openings and move in to control the bout.

3. Vary the speed of your jab and the placement (moving it up and down) so your opponent cannot time it; this will confuse him.

4. Thrown in multiples the jab can be effectively used to block your opponent’s vision with the first punch and land the second or third (double / triple jab).