TRAINING TO INCREASE PUNCH SPEED

What is the most effective way to increase punch speed?

There are lots of training methods out there that supposedly increase your punching speed, ranging from using weighted gloves to punching with resistance bands or dumbbells. But when it comes down to punch speed and power, these methods are not going to help, and can even be detrimental to speed.

Don’t confuse muscular endurance training for speed and power training. They’re two completely different qualities, and require a different training approach.

In this video I share some thoughts on training to increase punch speed from a tried and tested, evidence based prospective while driving home.

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Don Heatrick · Muay Thai Performance Coach

Don Heatrick

Founder of Heatrick Muay Thai Performance

Don Heatrick is a Level 4 Strength & Conditioning Coach and former pro Muay Thai fighter who helps practitioners turn limited training time into real Muay Thai performance gains.

With 25 years of Muay Thai coaching experience and an engineering background, he creates systematic, science-backed Muay Thai performance programs that cut through the confusion and deliver real progress without burnout. Learn more about Don’s approach →

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