How to Use Long Guard to Control Distance

Learn how to use the long guard to manage distance, stay safe, and create better striking opportunities.

Coach breaks down how to use the long guard to measure range, control space, and circle around an opponent instead of standing directly in front of them.

Covered in this video:

• Long guard fundamentals
• Measuring striking distance
• Using the lead hand to manage range
• Circling and creating angles
• Staying just outside your opponent’s best range
• Maintaining balance while moving
• Using footwork with the long guard
• Setting up cleaner striking exchanges

Range management is one of the biggest differences between simply throwing strikes and actually controlling the exchange.

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