Standing Top to Forward Punch

Standing Top to Forward Punches

Positioning:
1. Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Keep your knees slightly bent and your core engaged.
3. Place your hands together at chest level, as if in a prayer position, with your elbows bent and hands close to your body.

Movement:
1. Begin by raising your hands above your head while keeping them together.
2. As you bring your hands down to shoulder level, extend your right arm forward into a punch, rotating your fist so your palm is facing down.
3. Quickly return your right hand to the starting position at chest level.
4. Repeat the punch with your left arm, extending it forward while keeping your core engaged.
5. Continue alternating punches, focusing on the movement coming from your shoulders and core.
6. Aim for a controlled tempo: punch out for a count of one and return for a count of one.
7. Maintain a straight back and avoid leaning forward or backward during the exercise.

Repetitions:
- Aim for 10-15 repetitions on each arm, maintaining good form throughout.

Tips:
- Keep your movements crisp and controlled.
- Breathe out when you punch and breathe in as you return to the start position.
- Focus on your balance and core stability during the exercise.