How to Throw a Jab

When you practice martial arts or boxing, a jab is one of the first punches that you learn how to throw, and even though it is not considered a very strong punch it may be the one that you use more often. Usually if you are right handed it will be more natural to throw a left punch and vice versa if you are left handed then it will be easier to throw a right jab.
The following are instructions for a right jab.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Gloves
• Mouthpiece
• Head piece
• Chest protector
• Shins

1. Position yourself with your left foot ahead of you but not too much so you do not lose balance.

2. Next position yourself with your elbows close to your chest, so that you are ready to defend and your right arm a little higher than the other one.

3. Raise your left foot enough to push yourself ahead and give you power with out losing balance.

4. As you are stepping forward to reach almost full extension, rotate your fist over to punch.

5. Pull the punch immediately back and pull your chin down so you can protect your shoulder.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are practicing with someone else always wear your gear
• Practice on a punching bag, using gloves