Transitioning from "Traditional Martial Arts" to Boxing

Hi all,

Just want to share/have a discussion about transitioning from "Traditional" martial arts.
Not a Kung Fu vs Boxing talk :D

I spent almost two decades (on and off) practising Seven Stars Praying Mantis and Hung Gar back home and in Melbourne.

I started boxing 2 years ago, I love how direct and effective Boxing is, and the investment/return ratio in my effort is very high.

My issues:

1. I still struggle not to make a big movement when I parry. Well, at least I stopped using forearm blocks. In the beginning I feel like I unintentionally want to trap or redirect.

2. Also I always got flat-footed with cross and lead hooks. I feel like I have the tendency to get "grounded". One of coaches at the old club would keep reminding me that when we do bag sprints, which is very helpful!!

3. footworks!

How about you? I am not good enough to compete yet but try to be a bit better every day!