Okay, so a lot of people have been asking, “How do I increase my punching power?”
There are a lot of different ways, but the most common seems to be the Olympic bar push punch. Not only does this add power to your punches, it also develops your core, as you have to it for balance. Okay, here we go.
Grab the barbell below the plate. You’re trying to mimic an actual punch here, and holding it too high will simulate an unrealistic punch. Also, make sure you’re positioning in your punching stance. This will allow you to generate the power need, and it will add to the overall functionality of the punch. You need to have enough weight on there to make it difficult, but keep an eye on your form, otherwise you’ll be wasting time and energy. A mirror or spotter is good for this. And, as always, you should treat this as an explosive exercise, hammering out that bar!
The Routine
3x sets
15 reps per set
Do both arms, then begin the new set (15x each arm)
Rest for 1.5-2 minutes
Here’s an example. The guy does a good job, but it’s hard to tell if his stance is off, it sort of looks like it. Also, really focus on using that hip movement when you extend, and don’t let your arm lock at full extension. Good luck!
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