Krav Maga Straight Punch
Quick Information
Category
Combat Sports
Difficulty
Beginner
Equipment
None, Focus Mitts, Kick Shield
Primary muscle group
Deltoids, Triceps Brachii, Obliques
Secondary muscle groups
Gluteals, Quadriceps, Erector Spinae
Movement pattern
Close-Range Strike
Training goal
Skill Acquisition
Sport
Krav Maga, Self-Defence, Tactical, MMA
Overview
Purpose. Deliver a straight punch quickly from any position, including without a stance, as a self-defence response.
How it fits the system. The foundation strike of the krav maga material in the Combat Sports section. Unlike sport striking, it is trained from unprepared positions. Related work in the library: Boxing Cross and Krav Maga Palm Heel Strike.
Primary muscles
Deltoids, Triceps Brachii, Obliques
Secondary muscles
Gluteals, Quadriceps, Erector Spinae
Movement pattern
Close-Range Strike
Equipment
None, Focus Mitts, Kick Shield
Difficulty
Beginner
How to Perform
- Start from a neutral standing position rather than a fighting stance.
- Drive the punching hand straight to the target while rotating the same-side hip forward.
- Keep the other hand up to protect the head and the chin tucked.
- Recover to a fighting stance and continue striking or disengage.
Coaching Cues
- “Punch from wherever your hand is.”
- “Rotate the hip, not just the shoulder.”
- “Never throw one punch and stop.”
Common Mistakes
- Waiting to establish a perfect stance, which costs the time the technique is designed to save.
- Throwing a single strike rather than a continuous burst.
Progressions & Regressions
Progressions
Add it from unprepared positions, then while moving, then under partner pressure with protective gear.
Regressions
Practise the mechanics on focus mitts from a fighting stance first.
When to Use It
When to use
Self-defence technique blocks and stress-inoculation drills.
When not to use
Any joint injury that prevents controlled striking, and always with a competent partner and protective equipment.
Programming
3–5 sets of 10–20 repetitions per side, then 2–3 rounds under pressure with a partner.
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