This morning’s Triple C Boxing Fitness personal training session focused on that punch: the overhand right. It’s a classic boxing shot, often used to come over the top of a guard or catch someone as they move in. In a fitness session, though, the aim isn’t to hurt anyone. The aim is to learn clean movement, build confidence, burn energy, and enjoy focused training without getting hit.

Body shots change the whole feel of a boxing session. The stance drops. The legs work harder. The core has to brace. The punch has to travel from the floor, not just from the shoulder. That makes them a great fit for a non-sparring class built around skill, movement, and conditioning.

When most people think of boxing for fitness, they imagine punching heavy bags or sparring in the ring. But after seven sessions with my client, I realized it was time to shift focus. We dedicated an entire hour to movement work—no heavy bags, no pads, just footwork and shadow boxing. This approach gave us a chance to assess his dynamic positioning and coordination, essential skills that often get overlooked in fitness-focused martial arts training.