i try and use this all the time, however, i struggle amidst the flow of a loose snapping punch to clench into this shape properly on impact. if i hold that shape while throwing, generally im too tense in the arm. work in progree i guess.
i try and use this all the time, however, i struggle amidst the flow of a loose snapping punch to clench into this shape properly on impact. if i hold that shape while throwing, generally im too tense in the arm. work in progree i guess.
i try and use this all the time, however, i struggle amidst the flow of a loose snapping punch to clench into this shape properly on impact. if i hold that shape while throwing, generally im too tense in the arm. work in progree i guess.
So having watched the video by Sinister a few years ago I've learned how to properly punch with correct knuckle placement.
Then I came across this video where the train advocates hitting higher up to develop good habits of keeping the hands up and shoulder endurance. However, isn't aiming the punch higher up going to mess with the knuckle placement on a heavy bag and training you to hit with poor form? You're not hitting with the index and middle knuckle anymore when you aim slightly up. Instead you use your 1st finger knuckles.
@Sinister do you have any thoughts on this?
So having watched the video by Sinister a few years ago I've learned how to properly punch with correct knuckle placement.
Then I came across this video where the train advocates hitting higher up to develop good habits of keeping the hands up and shoulder endurance. However, isn't aiming the punch higher up going to mess with the knuckle placement on a heavy bag and training you to hit with poor form? You're not hitting with the index and middle knuckle anymore when you aim slightly up. Instead you use your 1st finger knuckles.
@Sinister do you have any thoughts on this?
if you know how to punch and aim the chance of hitting with your fingers first isn't that good...it's pretty low...If you punch with horizontal punches, there is quite good chance to land with your fingers first and after this with you knuckles.
Yeah, theoretically sounds great, but try to land first with you knuckles. Just try it. If you fo to the chin, it is ok, but if there is something below your knuckles it is goong to meet your hand first.if you know how to punch and aim the chance of hitting with your fingers first isn't that good...it's pretty low...
to the OP, if you were sparring with gloves on, i dont see how anyone would be able to determine what knuckle you are hitting with.
what knuckle I hit someone with while fighting is not on my mind at all. i dont aim with my middle knuckle or whatever......I just punch. Just aim with the center of your fist and you should be fine. I think making a proper fist is more important than what knuckle you hit with.
It makes a significant difference though imho. Punches feel much more solid and penetrative is the best way I can describe it. The wrist is much more stable as well.
You can't really notice it wearing 16oz gloves for sure. But next time you put on heavy bag mitts/gloves - try punching the heavy bag with the first two knuckles as opposed to what you might usually do. You'll feel the difference immediately.
I think it's equally important to learn how to make a proper fist and learning to land with the first two knuckles. They go together.
You can make a proper fist but if you don't orientate or land your punches correctly you'll tweak your wrists and potentially ruin your hands when they make contact with something.
You can get away with it wearing sparring gloves but you can't get away with it wearing bag mitts or anything less.
This was how I was taught to punch at least - proper clenching of the fist alongside landing with the first two knuckles. I've always punched like this even when sparring too.
It's just a good habit to get into. Otherwise you develop a habit you can't break and next thing you know you've injured your hand because of it.