How to Throw a Hook Punch
Assess the situation before throwing a punch., Know your punching range.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Assess the situation before throwing a punch.
If you do not observe your surroundings, a punch will not help you much against a crew of people twice your size. -
Step 2: Know your punching range.
A hook punch is most effective at close range.
If your opponent is far away from you, close up the distance between you and your opponent before executing a hook punch.
If you try to throw a hook too far from your opponent, they can block it, leaving you wide open for a punch to the face.
Practice your punches and know how close or far away from your opponent you need to be for your punches to be effective.
Detailed Guide
If you do not observe your surroundings, a punch will not help you much against a crew of people twice your size.
A hook punch is most effective at close range.
If your opponent is far away from you, close up the distance between you and your opponent before executing a hook punch.
If you try to throw a hook too far from your opponent, they can block it, leaving you wide open for a punch to the face.
Practice your punches and know how close or far away from your opponent you need to be for your punches to be effective.
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