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As soon as you’ve delivered the blow, return your hand immediately to its original, “ready” position. Do not get lazy and let your hand drop after the moment of impact, as this habit leaves you vulnerable to a counterstrike over your hand and into your face (see Figs. ssss1 and ssss1).

The Boxer’s Jab

The same mechanical principles apply in executing a boxer’s jab. The only difference is that you use your fist instead of the heel of your palm (see Fig. ssss1). The basic fist formation consists of closing all of the fingers tight, then resting the thumb over the closed fingers (see Figs. ssss1 and ssss1).

Some people leave their thumbs dangling when punching. They put themselves at a greater risk of injuring their thumb while executing the punch because their thumb may strike their assailant’s head or hit a bony area or another object (see Fig. ssss1).

If you decide to use a fist when you get into a physical altercation, practice closing your open hand into a proper fist as quickly as possible. Do this drill a few times a day, and you will form the habit of making a proper fist automatically when you need to.