Standing Top to Forward Punches (male)

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Instructions:

  • 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and engage your core
  • 2Raise your fists to the level of your chin
  • 3Push your right fist straight out in front of you, retract it back quickly while simultaneously extend the left hand
  • 4Switch between your hands with each punch
  • 5Keep the movement controlled and steady

Tips:

  • Always keep your wrists straight when punching
  • Keep your elbows slightly bent to protect your joints
  • Remember to breath while punching, exhale on the punch, inhale on the retraction
  • Keep your body stable and avoid swinging

Standing Top to Forward Punches Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs