Straight:
The straights are brought from the starting position to the target in the most direct way. This is done by stretching the arm while rotating the hips and pushing off the balls of the feet on the same side. The elbow points towards the floor for as long as possible. As the punching fist is brought forward, the second fist goes back to the cheek (cover). The upper body and knees bend at the same time as the punch. The fist is at head height of the punching boxer. The head is thus protected by the shoulder. Afterwards, the boxing stance should be assumed again in a flash.
Exercise:
The partner stretches one arm slightly towards the other participant from the starting position and turns the arm so that the palm is facing the other person (open fist). The attacker strikes a straight cross into the palm of the partner's hand, whereby the lead hand is referred to as a "jab". After a few punches, the roles are swapped. Watch out for possible mistakes: Head turned away, rear leg lifted off the ground or back position during the punching movement.
