How to Throw a Boxing Jab and Cross Combo

The jab and cross combo, also known as the 1-2 punch in boxing, is an effective combination. The jab blinds your opponent, and the surprise cross can produce a knockout. Follow these steps to perform a jab and cross combo.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Master the jab and cross punches separately. After you can throw strong single punches, you can move up to combinations. In boxing, a cross is a punch that comes across the body, while a jab is a quick snapping punch.

2. Get into boxing stance with your right foot forward and your left foot back. Your weight should be evenly balanced.

3. Make a fist and bring your hands up to cheekbone level.

4. Snap your left arm out with a slight pivot of your hips and shoulders.

5. Rotate your shoulders so your extended palm is facing downward.

6. Snap the jab back into ready position.

7. As your jab snaps back, throw a strong right cross.

8. Bring your right hand back; both hands should now be at cheekbone level.

Tips & Warnings

• Right-handed boxers usually throw a jab with their left hand, and left-handed fighters usually throw one with their right hand.
• Don't throw wild punches or you will lose control and leave yourself open to counterpunches.
• Keep the nonpunching hand in position when throwing punches.

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