How to do it
Drive your rear hip forward in sync with each punch for added power.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent.
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Raise your fists to chin level, elbows tucked in.
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Extend one arm forward in a punching motion, rotating your torso as you punch.
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Quickly retract your arm and repeat with the other arm.
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Continue alternating punches for the desired duration or number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Rotate your torso with each punch and keep your hands up to protect your face, mimicking a real boxing stance for a full-body workout.
Common mistakes
- ✕Overextending the punching arm at full reach
- ✕Letting the feet pivot outward on each punch
- ✕Dropping the guard hand below chin level