Build Shoulders That Can Punch and Last a Career Most fighters neglect the serratus anterior — but this muscle is CRUCIAL for shoulder health, scapular control, and explosive punching. One of my go-to drills for serratus activation: Bottoms-Up KB Hook-Lying Press (90/90 Position) Why it works: - Puts you in a posterior pelvic tilt to lock in core stability - Forces scapular protraction with control - Bottoms-up position demands shoulder and grip stability - Reinforces proper ribcage mechanics for optimal force transfer Why You Should Care: The serratus anterior acts like a slingshot for your punch. It stabilizes the scapula against the ribcage and allows for powerful protraction and retraction. If it’s weak or undertrained, you’ll lose snap, develop shoulder impingement, or worse — shorten your career. Programming Tip: 2–3 sets of 10-12 slow reps Tempo: 3-0-1-0 Focus on reaching and owning the top position Strong punches don’t just come from the chest and delts… They’re built from the inside out. Tag a fighter who needs this in their warm-up. #combatsports #shoulderhealth #punchersmuscle #darustrong