Join Coach Keith Keppner as he takes you on a journey through a transformative chapter in his boxing training, reflecting on how observing James Toney became a pivotal game changer for him.
Renowned for his meticulous analysis, Coach Keith dissects Toney's techniques, strategies, and mindset, offering profound insights into the methodologies of one of boxing's most influential figures.
In this video, you'll gain a deep understanding of the nuances that made James Toney a standout in the ring, from his defensive prowess to his counterpunching brilliance. Whether you're a seasoned boxer seeking to refine your skills, a passionate fan of the sweet science, or someone eager to glean insights from elite athletes, this breakdown offers invaluable lessons and perspectives.
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0:00 Intro
1:37 How watching James Toney helped me
3:31 Fight starts
4:44 1,2 up top and then 1,2 to the body
5:18 Southpaw liver
6:13 Angle past the guy
7:05 lean back and inches
7:55 circles
10:13 Countering in the middle
11:05 Circle with right hands
12:07 Combos while thinking
12:45 Right are spin
13:11 Short right hands
13:33 Left hook body and uppercut same side
14:23 Block the hook shoot the right
15:10 Bend at the waist and get away from two
16:06 Holes to watch out for
16:41 Maneuver them with the left hook to the body
17:28 Guard talk
17:56 Don't be boxed in with Technique!!!
18:51 Hands up is not enough
19:20 Better vision
21:08 Doesn't matter where you hold your hands
21:35 How to spin someone and how not to
23:22 Head jerking short combos
24:07 More opportunities for rear hook up top
24:42 How to spin people in boxing
25:42 Finish at the head
26:06 Angles and what to do
26:35 Overhand avoidance
27:01 Head on different sides
27:49 Put punches together against a counter puncher
28:53 Double up on sides
30:11 How is Toney durable?
31:02 Put the pieces together with smoothness
32:00 Experiment on defense story
33:18 Motor learning theory for boxing
35:48 Last round
36:13 Analogy of grabbing tricks
38:21 Slipping to the inside counter
42:36 Hands up amateur and thoughts
43:17 Toney sees the opportunity and hurst him
46:37 Wrap up
