The left hook is the most difficult punch to learn correctly. It should never be used as a lead punch, only when actual openings are present.

1. This is usually thrown from a close position after a left jab or a right hand.
2. Use the left foot and hip to pivot or turn your body while bringing up the elbow to a horizontal position.

1. The right is normally thrown after the left jab.
2. Throw the right from the face and bring the right elbow up to about shoulder level.

1. Throw it from the head.

This is the most important punch in boxing. The purpose of the left jab is to keep your opponent on the defense and to accumulate points. If you are keeping a jab in your opponents face, he will have to concern himself with defense which will afford him less time to work on his offense (hitting you in the nose).

WARM-UP
It is very important that all athletes take at least 10 to 15 minutes to thoroughly stretch ALL of the major muscle groups (arms, legs, back, abdomen, etc.) before working out. A flexible muscle is less likely to cramp or pull. Remember that flexibility is just as important as power.