Exercise library · Shoulders
Alternate Punching
The Alternate Punching is a bodyweight exercise that targets the shoulders, with the core assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Shoulders
- Also works
- Core
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Body part
- Cardio
Step by step
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and bring your hands up in a light guard position.
- Engage your core and keep your posture tall and balanced.
- Extend one arm forward in a controlled punching motion without locking your elbow.
- Retract the punching arm back to the guard position while simultaneously extending the opposite arm.
- Maintain a steady alternating rhythm, keeping your movements smooth and controlled.
- Keep your breathing consistent and your core stable throughout the motion.
- Continue alternating punches for the desired duration or intensity.
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