Things You'll Need:
- 12 by 12 inch pine board
- Martial arts practice board
- Athletic tape (to wrap knuckles)
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Step 1
Wrap your knuckles before attempting to break a board with a punch. The skin on your knuckles is thin and is easily scratched or punctured by the sharp edges of a board.
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Step 2
Hold the pine board by the top, with your weaker hand. Make sure the wood grain is running horizontally to allow for a smooth break.
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Step 3
Position your body with your punching hand drawn all the way back by your side. With your other hand, hold the board extended in front, your hips squared with the board. Make sure the board is facing you and not at an angle. You must strike the board directly on its face for a successful break.
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Step 4
Swivel your shoulders forward to increase the power of your punch. As you extend your punching arm, the same shoulder will rotate forward, adding power and speed to your strike.
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Step 5
Punch through the board rather than just striking its surface. Aim for a spot about six inches past the surface of the board to ensure a powerful impact.
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Step 6
Strike as fast as you can and withdraw your punch even quicker to achieve a speed break. Since you're holding the board yourself, there is an element of slack in the bottom of the board. If you strike it too slowly, it will only push the board, not break it.
