Punching is a tried and true method for many athletes you see on TV. Boxers, MMA fighters, and kickboxers all love using punches to take out there opponents in the ring. But if you are learning how to defend yourself should you really use punches?
The answer is, no.
Stay with me here… You see, punches can be very effective and powerful when done properly. However, they are very easy to mess up, and when you do mess up a punch, you often end up with a broken hand.
You don’t see this as often on TV because for one, these are professional fighters, and two, they are using hand wraps and gloves. These extra precautions help keep there hands safe.
But I’m guessing you don’t walk around wearing gloves and wraps all day long, so you should avoid this strategy. Instead, try to stick to open handed strikes, elbows, and knees. This will ensure you do not hurt yourself.