PRACTICAL DRILLS FOR IMPROVING FOOTWORK

In Muay Thai, footwork is just as important as your strikes and defenses. In fact, a well-timed step or shift can set you up for a knockout blow or help you avoid taking one.

The key is being light on your feet and always ready to move—whether it’s advancing, retreating, or sidestepping. As much as Muay Thai is about power and precision, it’s also about positioning.

The first thing you need to focus on is staying light on your feet.

Too many fighters fall into the trap of becoming flat-footed or sluggish, which makes them slower to react. Imagine the difference between a fighter who glides across the ring and one who’s rooted to the canvas. It’s the first fighter who controls the pace and positioning.

I’ve found that when I worked on staying light and mobile, my reactions got faster, and I had a much easier time landing shots or escaping dangerous situations.

Mastering angles and distance is another major component of Muay Thai footwork. ...