How to do it
Keep your chin tucked behind your right shoulder as you punch.
- 1
Stand in a boxing stance with your left foot forward.
- 2
Rotate your body to the right, pivoting on your back foot.
- 3
Extend your right arm straight towards the target, turning your fist down at the end.
- 4
Bring your right hand back to your face quickly after the punch.
- 5
Reset and repeat the cross.
Expert tip
The power of the cross comes from your back foot pushing off the ground and the rotation of your hips.
Common mistakes
- ✕Dropping the left hand away from the face
- ✕Locking the right elbow at full extension
- ✕Leaning the head past your front knee