Introduction: Inside Slip to Lead Body Shot

This drill focuses on executing an inside slip followed by a lead body shot counter—an unconventional but valuable offensive option against the jab. This technique expands the practitioner's defensive and counter-striking arsenal beyond traditional head-focused responses.

Footwork Foundation for Inside Slip

Proper foot positioning is critical for generating power on the inside slip counter. The practitioner must maintain rear foot to front foot alignment; slipping to the inside while off-balance produces an awkward, powerless punch.

Executing the Inside Slip Movement

As the opponent throws the jab with forward pressure, the defender slips inside by maintaining correct foot positioning. The slip must be crisp and directionally aligned to set up the follow-up counter effectively.

Body Shot Mechanics: Loading and Recoil

The lead body shot is launched by pulling the rear shoulder back sharply, creating significant recoil that drives power through the punch. The hand must retract fully to load the rear leg properly, ensuring the 'engine' (hip rotation) is fully engaged.

Combination Strategy: Double Body Attack

Once a clean body shot lands, immediately return to the same target rather than switching targets. If the opponent shows signs of impact (hunching, breath loss), a follow-up body shot capitalizes on the damage and compromised defense.

Full Combination Sequence

The complete drill executes as: catch the jab, slip inside, deliver the first body shot, reset positioning, throw the one-two, then deliver a harder second body shot. This sequence demonstrates pressure escalation and target commitment throughout the combination.

Training Intensity and Execution

Practitioners should execute the combination with increasing intensity on each repetition, particularly the final body shot. Controlled power and accuracy to the body remain paramount—avoiding accidental strikes to the face ensures safe, effective drilling.

Contextual Training Framework

This inside slip drill was part of a comprehensive seminar covering five distinct counter-options to the jab: outside slip, inside slip, head counters, and both outside and inside body counters. This systematic approach ensures well-rounded defensive and offensive capabilities.

Knockout Combinations: Inside Slip Tutorial with Left Body Shot Counter

Day One Martial Arts

Inside Slip

2 min read·8 key moments·PT4M20S video

Key Takeaways

•Introduction: Inside Slip to Lead Body Shot
•Footwork Foundation for Inside Slip
•Executing the Inside Slip Movement
•Body Shot Mechanics: Loading and Recoil

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this video teach about inside slip?

This video covers introduction: inside slip to lead body shot, footwork foundation for inside slip, executing the inside slip movement. It provides detailed instruction from Day One Martial Arts.

How long does it take to learn inside slip?

The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 8-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.