I open my hands up as best I can and put my fingertips on my forehead, where the bone is rock hard. Then I jsut peek thourgh the small opening which is easy to open and close. Keeping a tight fist and resting your gloves on your cheeks is fine, but it's a bit more impact that way. My way, there's a slight bit of space between your glove and your face. Although, I do tend to rest my jab hand on my cheek when coming in to attack.