Boxing Jab (with boxing bag) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Plyometrics
- Primary Muscle
- Shoulders
- Secondary Muscles
- Upper Back, Triceps, Chest
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- cardio
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6.5
- Alternate Names
- Boxing Jab
How to: Boxing Jab (with boxing bag)
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Position your non-dominant foot forward.
- Hold your hands in a guard position, protecting your face.
- Quickly extend your dominant hand forward to jab the bag.
- Retract your hand quickly back to the guard position to reset.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Overextending the arm.
- Not keeping the other hand up to guard.
- Leaning too far forward.
Modifications
- Perform against a wall to reduce impact.
- Use a lighter bag or shadow box if necessary.
Tips
- Maintain a straight wrist to avoid injury.
- Engage your core for better balance and power.
- Keep your knees slightly bent to facilitate movement.
Boxing Jab (with boxing bag) Alternatives
Tags
boxing
cardio
aerobic
shoulders
plyometric
strength