How to do it
Rotate your torso slightly as you extend each punch.
- 1
Stand with your feet together and hands in a guard position near your chin.
- 2
Step to the side with one foot and simultaneously punch forward with the opposite hand.
- 3
Quickly bring your foot back to the starting position and your hand back to guard.
- 4
Repeat on the other side and continue alternating for the desired duration or number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your movements explosive for the cardio benefit but controlled to maintain balance and coordination.
Common mistakes
- ✕Dropping the guard hand below chin level
- ✕Extending the punch across the midline
- ✕Landing the step foot with a locked knee