How to do it
Shift your weight slightly forward onto the lead leg as you extend each punch.
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Stand with one foot forward in a boxing stance, hands up to protect your face.
- 2
Throw a jab with your lead hand, extending it quickly and then bringing it back to guard.
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Follow with a cross from your rear hand, rotating your body and pivoting on your back foot.
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Return to your boxing stance immediately and repeat the combination for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Rotate your torso with each punch and engage your core to increase power and stability.
Common mistakes
- ✕Dropping the lead hand below chin level
- ✕Failing to pivot on the rear foot
- ✕Snapping the elbow past full extension