Right Cross. Boxing
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Exécution
- Rotate your right hip forward while pivoting slightly on your back foot. This movement should start from your lower body and transfer upwards.
- Simultaneously extend your right arm straight forward towards your opponent. Make sure your fist is horizontal with your thumb facing the floor.
- Aim to hit with your two biggest knuckles, and remember to keep your left hand up guarding your face as you throw the right cross.
- After throwing the punch, quickly retract your right hand back to its original guarding position near your face. This is to ensure you remain protected against counterattacks.
Présentation
À propos de cet exercice
The Right Cross is a fundamental boxing exercise that helps improve strength, speed, and coordination. It is suitable for both beginners and advanced boxers, offering a full-body workout that particularly targets the arms, shoulders, and core. People would want to engage in this exercise as it not only enhances physical fitness but also serves as a practical self-defense technique.
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Conseils techniques
Common mistake beginners make is throwing a punch with just their arm. The power of a right cross comes from the rotation of your body. When throwing a right cross, rotate your back foot, hip, and shoulder simultaneously. This will generate more power and also protect you from counter punches.
When throwing a right cross, it's important to keep your left hand up to protect your face. A common mistake is dropping the left hand, which leaves you open to counter punches.
Avoid leaning too far forward or throwing your punch too far