There are two main elements to striking with footwork. They are 1) the type of step taken and 2) how the step is coordinated with the striking arm.
1) Type of step
There are essentially two types of steps used when striking: shuffling and shifting
a. shuffling involves taking small steps. The idea is to move without sacrificing your stance.
b. shifting is when you take a full step while punching. This allows for a great deal of movement but is also risky in that you are less balanced while moving.
2) Coordinating steps with the striking arm
There are two ways you can coordinate your step with the striking arm. Same side stepping and opposite side stepping.
a. Same Side Stepping is when you step with the same side as the striking arm.
b. Opposite Side Stepping is when you step with the foot opposite the striking arm.
Example: In this video the striker uses shuffling steps with same side stepping while moving forward and opposite side footwork while moving backward.
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