Varying the rhythm, speed and power of your punches

[BarryRobinson]

I am a big fan of this. Guys who are very what I call "straight up" type boxers who are very predictable are easier to box. When guys can vary the speed, rhythm and power of their punches, it keeps the opponent off balance.

For some of you more experienced guys, what is your approach to getting better at this? What are some of your strategies for utilizing this? How do you train for it?

I've actually had a boxing trainer instruct me on the mitts to even out the rhythm of my punches on the mitts. I ignored that advice lol...can't fathom a reason why you should throw all of your punches with the same rhythm and level of intensity. Can you?

On a very basic level I touch on the subject here also

[mconstantine]

On a very basic level I touch on the subject here also

That's a good video...and pretty much what I was talking about.

I practice mixing rhythms, speed and power on the heavy bag...need more practice applying in sparring tho.

[BarryRobinson]

Try structuring your sparring so you can work on the things you want to work on.