Boxing Basics: The 6 Core Punches

This video shows you the 6 basic punches in Boxing. While there are many more punches and there are many different variations on each type of punch, these are the 6 elemental punches you’ll need to get started in Boxing or Kickboxing Punch #1 The Jab. The Jab is a straight punch directly to your opponent’s nose thrown with your left hand. Punch #2 The Straight Right Hand. The Straight Right Hand is sometimes called a Cross. It’s a punch thrown directly to your opponent’s nose. The Straight Right Hand has tremendous power because you’re complimenting the punch with the rotation of your hips and shoulders. Punch #3 The Left Hook. The Left Hook is a punch that you’re throwing to the right side of your opponent’s face. Punch #4 The Right Hook. The Right Hook is an exceptionally powerful punch that is thrown to the left side of your opponent’s face. Punch #5 The Left Uppercut. The Left Uppercut is a punch thrown with your left hand that travels up from the floor. You’re trying to hit the front of your opponent’s face or jaw with this punch. Punch #6 The Right Uppercut. The Right Uppercut is a powerful punch thrown with your right hand that has tremendous power due to the rotation of your hips and shoulders. You’re trying to hit your opponent’s jaw with this punch. To view the entire KB Beginner series go to https://www.infighting.ca/blog/the-ultimate-beginners-guide-to-kickboxing/