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Hitting first in a fight can be the difference between losing and winning a fight. That's why it'll be best if you set the pace and hit first, only if you need to. This article will discuss the best way to win any fight fast: hitting first. Likewise, it'll also discuss the best punches you should throw as the first hit. To hit first in a fight, raise your hands to your eyebrows to guard your head and be closer to the opponent's head. Raising your hands (not with a fist) is a universal sign of surrender. The hostile will think you don't want to fight, but you'll be ready to throw a fierce punch if you see it necessary. The best first punch you can throw in a fight is either the hook, cross, elbow, or uppercut. You'll cause massive damage to the hostile if you successfully land either, especially in the pressure points we'll discuss later in this article. Before we dive into the article, you'll also enjoy reading about ways to increase your punching power if you're interested in this article. How to hit first in a fight Hitting first in a fight can be the difference between losing and winning a fight. That applies more if you hit the right spots, which we'll discuss later in this article. I'll mention one strategy that seems to work wonders for those who get into a street fight and don't want to fight. Raising your hands as a sign of surrender is the best way to hit first in a fight while also guarding your head because you'll minimize the distance between you and the attacker. That will give you both the surprise element and the ability to punch first if you seem necessary. Image by BedexpStock from Pixabay Most people don't want to fight, especially not against someone with his hands up. Can you punch someone with his hands up, especially if you didn't even know this person? Personally, it's a big no. But, we're not the people who initiate trash talk that lead to fights, so let's assume the answer is yes. You can tighten your guard in seconds, leading to a better defensive reaction, keeping your face unharmed. Now you know how to hit first in every fight. Don't raise your arms to a guard position with closed fists. Instead, use open palms to symbolize surrender; attack whenever you see necessary, preferably with a lead hook, elbow, or a cross. The best first punch to throw in a fight While you might want to find out the golden answer for the best first punch, there isn't one. There are a few, however, that'll give you an advantage if you land them in the right places (we'll discuss where you should hit in the next section.) The hook is the best first punch to throw in a fight. However, the uppercut, cross, and elbow are also suitable choices. It'll be best not to use the jab unless absolutely necessary, as it doesn't hold nearly as much force as the other ones. It'll also help if you hit the throat, nose, ribs, or anywhere in the face. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7PRrk8QGQ4 I'm doubtful you'll lose the fight if you manage to land either a hook, uppercut, cross, or elbow to the face. The first reaction I would have as an attacker is to charge full force when I get hit in the face before I can even react. That's when you finish the fight either avoiding the following hit and counterpunching or throwing a kick or punch if you can. I would avoid the jab if possible, as it doesn't hold as much force. However, a single jab to the throat can finish a fight before it even started. So, I guess it all depends on which position you're in, which I, unfortunately, can't predict. Follow the link if you want to know whether speed or power is more important to your overall punching power. Such information is critical when you want to win a fight quickly. Where should you hit first in a fight? The primary rule of thumb you should follow when you think about which part you should hit first in a fight is where you can cause the most damage. I'm not suggesting you hit the crotch or eyes unless necessary. However, there are sensitive pressure points in our bodies you should hit if you want to finish a fight fast. The nose, throat, diaphragm, and between the eyes are the most effective places you should hit first in a fight. All these areas are pressure points; hence, you can cause the most damage when hitting one of them, especially if you hit them first. Hitting between the eyes, for your information, will likely cause a broken nose. The throat is the most effective punch you can throw; use it only when necessary. If you ever get into a situation where you must defend yourself as you identify a real risk to your well-being or someone else you care about, I don't want you to hold back. However, I know you'll eventually win, and the attacker will stop fighting at some point. So stop hitting when you see that happening. You don't want to cause permanent damage, especially when you're the only one fighting. If you can defend yourself, you're responsible for keeping everyone safe, even the attacker. Hitting a pressure point first in a fight will lead you to a quick win and healthy everyone. I highly recommend hitting somewhere in the face and not the body, as you're more likely to miss the pressure point in the body. Should you punch first in a fight? Answering this question can get more tricky than most people think. Common sense will tell you that punching first is always better than getting hit. That is, of course, true. But there's still a caveat to this topic. It'll be best to avoid punching altogether, unless absolutely necessary for your or someone else's defense. You should punch first in a fight, as it'll give you an edge going into the fight itself. However, it can sometimes cause more harm than good by escalating the fight and igniting it. It'll be best to avoid punching altogether, as to avoid igniting the fight unless you're sure a fight is about to start. I recommend not starting the fight unless you're sure it's about to start. It'll also help if you use the technique I taught in this article, lifting your hands in surrender and then surprising the opponent with a powerful punch. Moves you should use to hit first in a fight The first rule will be to raise your arms to your face as if you don't want to fight; say, "I don't want any trouble." while your hands cover your face. So, while you're guarding your head against any surprises, you're also preparing for the first attack; let's see which moves you should throw first. The best first moves you should throw in a fight are the cross, elbow, uppercut, and hook. All are viable options, as they can cause enough damage to finish the fight immediately. However, the jab, for instance, doesn't hold enough power. Moreover, it'll be best to use a punch, not a kick, to finish the fight instantly. I recommend you learn the jab, slip, followed by a cross; here is how it looks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hHZtxaJBlyE This can be a deadly first combination you can throw in a fight. Most people don't want to fight. They instead desire their egos to pump or adrenaline to flow in their bodies, so they'll come trash talk you up close. The way you react is up to you. You can land the first hit every time with the information in this article. Pretend as if you don't want to fight. Of course, you really shouldn't want to fight. But you will win if you have to protect yourself or someone close to you. Now that your hands are up, throw a cross, uppercut (if the opponent is close to you), or a hook. You can even throw a jab right to the opponent's throat to ensure you win the fight. The last note is only to initiate the first hit if you're sure a fight is about to commence. Unleash your inner beast if it does happen, as you want to protect yourself from harm. However, stop the fight once it's over; it won't continue for more than 60 seconds. How to finish a fight fast? Finishing a fight fast is necessary if you want to walk out harmless. On the other hand, you're more likely to get hurt the longer the fight goes. So, there's one thing you should focus on if you want to finish a fight quickly. Here it is: You must hit a pressure point first to finish a fight fast. That means hitting the throat, nose, eyes, between eyes, ribs, diaphragm, or jaw. It'll also help if you throw an uppercut, hook, cross, or elbow. The opponent cannot continue fighting when you land the hit to said pressure points. I also recommend not using the jab as a first punch since it doesn't hold nearly as much power as the other punches, such as the cross and hook. There's another thing you should do. You should keep your hands upright when the fight starts; that will help you keep your guard up, thus covering your head while being closer to the attacker's head. Keeping your hands up does one more thing; it's a universal sign of "I don't want any trouble." As such, the attacker might not be as inclined to hit you right in the face if your hands are up in surrender. The hostile doesn't know that you're less than a second away from landing a fierce hook to his head. Keeping your hands up will help you finish a fight fast. Follow the link if you want to learn more about the 7 ways you can use to win a boxing fight fast. It also applies to self-defense and street fights, so give it a read. Final words Taking part in a fight isn't something to boast about. However, you're much more likely to win in a fight if you read this article, as you know everything about hitting first and winning it quickly. But I don't want you to walk around hitting people in their throats. I instead call you to use physical force only when you have to. You're now responsible for everyone around you, as you're capable of defending yourself. Most people don't want that responsibility, and you can let it go if you want. Nevertheless, this responsibility is reserved only for those capable of defending themselves. One of your tasks is to ensure no severe injuries remain after the fight. So, it would be best to stop the fight once you see the attacker is done fighting. You'll also enjoy reading about the best ways you can use to take punches easily and effortlessly; if you enjoyed reading this article, follow the link to learn more.