
Jab-Cross Combo
CardioMuscles worked
shouldersobliquescoretriceps
- Equipment
- No equipment
- Level
- Beginner
- How much to do
- Work 30–45 seconds per interval.
How to do it
- Stand in a boxing stance with your lead foot forward and both fists up guarding your chin.
- Snap a quick jab straight out with your lead hand, then return it to guard.
- Follow immediately with a cross, rotating your back hip and shoulder through the punch.
- Return the rear hand to your guard and reset your feet.
- Repeat the one-two in a steady rhythm, staying light on your feet.
How to breathe
Keep a steady rhythm rather than matching each rep — the pace is high enough that holding your breath will cost you.
Common mistakes
Locking your knees out. Leave a soft bend so the load stays in the muscle, not the joint.
Shoulders creeping up toward your ears. Draw them down and back before you start, and keep them there.
Rushing. Speed hides the range; slow down until the last rep looks like the first.
Frequently asked questions
- Which muscles does Jab-Cross Combo work?
- Jab-Cross Combo mainly works your shoulders and obliques. It also engages your core and triceps.
- What equipment do you need for Jab-Cross Combo?
- None — Jab-Cross Combo is a bodyweight move you can do anywhere.
- Is Jab-Cross Combo good for beginners?
- Yes — Jab-Cross Combo is beginner-friendly. Start slow and keep your form clean.
- How long should you do Jab-Cross Combo for?
- Work 30–45 seconds per interval.