Air Punch March
March in place while throwing punches! A fun, low-impact cardio exercise you can seamlessly fit into your active day.
The Air Punch March mainly works the shoulders, with help from the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Air Punch March Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid)
Secondary
Hip Flexor (iliopsoas); Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Air Punch March Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Air Punch March
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms at your sides.
Begin by marching in place, lifting your knees high with each step.
While marching, simultaneously perform air punches. Extend one arm straight out in front of you at shoulder height as if punching an invisible target.
Alternate punches with each hand in rhythm with your marching steps, inhaling as you punch and exhaling as you bring the arm back.
Keep the opposite arm in guard position near your chin or chest.
Continue alternating marching and punching with the opposite limbs – as one knee comes up, the opposite arm punches out.
Maintain a tight core throughout to help with balance and to get more engagement from your abdominal muscles.
Focus on breathing rhythmically and keeping a steady pace.
You can increase the intensity by marching faster or throwing punches with more force, or by marching for a longer duration.
Remember to warm up before starting the exercise, and to cool down afterward with stretching exercises for the muscles used. If you have any medical conditions or concerns, consult with a fitness professional or a health care provider before attempting new exercises.
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Air Punch March FAQs
What muscles does the Air Punch March work?
The Air Punch March mainly works the shoulders, with help from the core. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid and lateral deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Air Punch March?
None. The Air Punch March is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Air Punch March variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating Punching, Arm Flap March, Hand-Swipe March and Palm & Knee March.
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