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Bare Knuckle Punching Techniques

The reality of bare-knuckle punching serves as a bittersweet thought among most fighting enthusiasts. Although it might sound fun -- as many bare-knuckle fighters made names for themselves over a century ago -- in reality it leads to easy injuries to the hands. All punching practice contacting a surface should be done with gloves if possible. Bare-knuckle punching should either be performed against air only or with extreme care when contacting a surface.
  1. Basic, Straight Jabs

    • Some modern fighting organizations, such as the mixed-martial arts Ultimate Fighting Championship, attempt to make fighting as artful and realistic as possible; however, due to the dangers affecting the hands, they require gloves over the hands. Control is the key to bare-knuckle punching. A simple, straight jab can be an effective bare-knuckle punch. Extreme care should be taken to not throw it as hard as you can, as well as to keep it controlled and straight.

    Controlled Hooks

    • A hook can be an effective short-range punch. Hooks should never be thrown wildly or from afar; they are best used in close-combat fighting. The hook also has an advantage as throwing it from close range causes an aim towards the chin vs. the top of the head, which makes the punch less likely to cause damage to the hand.

    Backfist Punching

    • Backfist punching is a type of punch more associated with alternative fighting arts, such as Muay Thai (where it is currently legal to throw within competition matches). It consists of the hand being thrown at an angle, striking the opponent with the knuckles, hand open and palm facing inward. This punch is particularly risky if not done properly or if the knuckles strike an extremely hard target.

    Other Negatives of Bare-Knuckle Punching

    • Outside of damage to the hand, there are several other reasons why bare-knuckle punching isn't recommended. One reason is that it's difficult to practice effectively and efficiently; it causes punchers to slow down their punches in an effort to accommodate the pain. This can cause your muscle memory to learn to punch at a slower pace and may even affect your precision.


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