Overhead punches – how to do it right
Punch upward quickly in turn, brace your core.
This is how Stickfreed, our glowing stick figure, shows you the exercise on your TV – here the start, middle and end position. In the app he turns slowly so you can see everything.
How to do it
- Stand a bit wider than hip-width, soft knees.
- Fists at your chin, punch up fast in turn.
- Tight core, no arched back.
- Shoulders away from your ears, don’t lock your arm.
How long?
In BLOX: 30 seconds on, 10 seconds rest, three rounds.
If something niggles
Shoulder niggling? Then do Shadow boxing instead – BLOX swaps it automatically if you mention it at the start. Stop if it hurts; if you have complaints or pre-existing conditions, check with a doctor or physio first.
In BLOX
Part of these blocks: Low-impact cardio. BLOX builds your workout from them – based on your time, energy and how you feel today.
Similar exercises
Shadow boxingFists by your chin, punch straight ahead in turnJumping jacksHop lightly, arms overheadSide hopsJump sideways over a line on both feet, land softlySide lungesBig step to the side, soft knees, come backMountain climbersIn a plank, drive your knees to your chestHigh kneesRun on the spot, knees up