•• Intermediate Combination Training
Heavy Bag: 5-2-3 Combinations
Why This Matters for Boxing
The 5-2-3 combination on the heavy bag. Lead uppercut → cross → hook. Focus on explosive level changes and fluid transitions between punches.
How To Do It
- 1Stand at the heavy bag in fighting stance.
- 2Throw a lead uppercut (bend your knees first).
- 3Follow with a cross.
- 4Finish with a lead hook.
- 5Reset and repeat the combination.
Sets
3
Reps
90s
Rest
45s
Pro Tips
- The uppercut sets everything up — make it count.
- The cross and hook should flow naturally from the uppercut.
- Stay balanced throughout — don't lean into the bag.