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Left Hook. Boxing
Left Hook. Boxing Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
Target
Shoulders
Equipment
Body weight
Body Part
Plyometrics
Primary Muscle
Shoulders
Secondary Muscles
Back, Legs, Core
Intensity
medium
Category
aerobic
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
8
Alternate Names
Boxing Left Hook
How to: Left Hook. Boxing
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent.
Rotate your hips and pivot your back foot as you throw the punch.
Aim to connect with your target while maintaining a solid stance.
Common Mistakes
Dropping the opposite hand while punching.
Overextending the punch leading to loss of balance.
Lack of body rotation which reduces power.
Modifications
Practice with lighter impact or without a partner.
Perform slower punches to work on form.
Tips
Maintain proper footwork to balance while executing the punch.
Keep your core engaged to generate power from your hips.
Follow through with your punch to maximize impact.
Left Hook. Boxing Alternatives
Jab. Boxing
Body Part:
Plyometrics
Boxing Right Cross (with partner)
Body Part:
Plyometrics
Boxing Right Hook (with boxing bag)
Body Part:
Plyometrics
Tags
boxing
aerobic
plyometrics
shoulders
core
strength
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