Jovan Abernathy is an international marathoner and owner of Houston Tourism Gym. To claim your free tour, contact her at info@tourismgymhtx.com

D'Marcus, my boxing trainer, has been teaching me many things. I'm not going to lie, boxing is hard to master. He is always reminding me about one of the late great Bruce Lee's sayings. "A punch is not just a punch until you figure out that a punch is just a punch." It seems like that makes no sense, but it does. Basically, in the beginning of the learning process of anything, it may look easy until you learn what's all involved. After practice, many mistakes, and finally mastery, it becomes second nature like a simple punch.

In this article, D'Marcus going to demonstrate the proper boxing stance and how to throw a jab. I'm going to apply it to the life lesson that I wanted to learn. You can apply these lessons in anything in life from your relationships to your finances and of course, boxing.

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Proper Boxing Stance and Taking Risks

Getting in position: Keep your back straight and your shoulders in a straight line across. Squat down about 50 degrees keeping an even center of gravity and stay in balance. Position your dominate hand in the lead and your weaker hand behind. Remember to keep your chin tucked down and your fists up to protect your face. Keep your elbows in to protect your body.

Life lesson: Before doing anything take a lot care to know your position. Take time to get your details straight and adopt a good routine to practice. Remember to stay balanced. It is oh too easy to just throw yourself in your project and never come up for air. This will burn you out quick. Play your strengths and be ready to recognize your weaknesses. Always protect yourself whether it is get some back up or not over extending yourself.

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How to Throw the Boxing Jab and How and When to Get Started

Now you ready to strike. Get into the proper boxing stance. When you strike, throw a straight and precise jab. Keep your fist balled up tight to ensure proper mechanics. Be sure to turn the fist over as you return back to stance. Be sure to breathe to get oxygen to the lungs between each strike. When striking make a complete, full arm extension and repeat.

Life Lesson: When you finally decide to get started with any venture, take all the things you have learned and practiced, then adopt it as a daily routine. When you are ready to act, pay attention to the details and plan carefully. When you execute and act, analyze what went well and what needs improvement. Make changes quickly. Always make sure you are taking care of your health with good diet and exercise. When you act, throw your all into it to get the best results.

I really wish I knew this 4 years ago when I started my business. I think I could have avoided having to learn so many lessons. Good thing I'm learning boxing now. Next time, we learn about uppercuts and crosses.

If you are interested in taking a class or personal training with D'Marcus at Title Boxing Club contact Jovan at info@tourismgymhtx.com