You can choose to keep your hands in open palms or make fists in your neutral stance. Avoid tensing your body up since you won’t be able to maneuver as effectively. You may also stand with your dominant side closest to your opponent, but you may not be able to throw a punch as well.
Don’t wrap your fingers around your thumb since you may end up hurting yourself when you throw a punch. Avoid bending your wrist when you make a fist or else your punch won’t be as powerful when it lands and you could get a sprain.
You should always respect your opponent - don’t use any dishonorable tricks, don’t fight dirty and never attack them from behind. Make sure it’s a fair fight. Try kicking your opponent in the crotch or their knees to help take them down faster so you’re able to get away.
Alternate which hand you jab with to get off multiple, rapid hits. Keep your other hand in front of your face so you can block your opponent if they try to hit you.
Put your hands up with open palms to make it look like you don’t want to fight anymore before throwing a hook with the arm you have out in front. This can be a great way to surprise your opponent and stun them.
Headbutts are illegal in most official fights, such as mixed martial arts. Headbutting someone could also knock them unconscious.
While it’s important to always watch your opponent, be aware of your surroundings so you don’t get backed into a corner or trip on something.
Avoid standing with your body square to your opponent since they will easily be able to punch your chest or stomach. Crouch down slightly to make it more difficult for your opponent to hit you. However, keep in mind that when you’re crouched, your opponent may be able to kick or knee you in the face easier.
Make sure you’re still able to see your opponent while you’re blocking or else they could get a punch off that you aren’t expecting. Tuck your head down when you’re expecting a punch to help protect sensitive areas, like your eyes and nose.
Aim to push your opponent by their shoulders or chest so you can throw them off balance. Take the opportunity while your opponent’s trying to recover to land another punch so you can get a leg up on the fight.
If you’re unable to turn away completely, you may try ducking from side to side to make it harder for your opponent to hit you.
It’s okay to yell out or call for help if you need it. Contact police or law enforcement if you’re worried about your safety after the fight.
