Jab Cross
Master the jab cross, a fundamental boxing combo! Build speed, power, and coordination with this effective striking exercise.
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
Stance and Guard: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart in a boxing stance. Your left foot should be forward if you're right-handed, and your right foot forward if you're left-handed (orthodox or southpaw stance respectively). Hands up and ready in front of your face for protection, elbows tucked in.
Jab: Begin with the jab, a straight punch thrown with your lead hand. Quickly extend your lead arm straight towards the target, turning your fist so that the palm faces down at the end of the punch.
Cross: As you retract your jab, simultaneously throw the cross with your rear hand. The cross is a straight punch; extend your rear hand straight forward, turning your fist just like with the jab, and pivot your back foot to add power.
Form and Footwork: Engage your core and keep it tight throughout the motion to add power and protect your back. Always maintain good form by keeping your hands up, elbows in, and using the full extension of your arms during punches, along with proper foot pivot for the cross.
Continue the jab cross combination fluidly and rhythmically for the desired duration or number of repetitions. Jab Crosses can improve cardiovascular health, coordination, and punching technique for combat sports or general fitness.
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