Boxing’s all about hitting and not getting hit, and as much as you may not like it, anytime you step in the ring, you’re going to get hit. It’s inevitable.
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If you’re looking to improve your boxing combinations to widen your arsenal, then you can start here. Many of the following combinations are simple but are ... READ MORE...
Boxing as a sport requires an individual to be in top physical shape. Contrary to popular belief, the main power and endurance of a boxer is not in the upper ... READ MORE...
When your opponent unleashes a punch, sometimes it’s difficult to get away so you have to resort to blocking it. When you block a punch, you can get a feel of h... READ MORE...
To parry a punch means to deflect it away into another direction. It’s more effective than blocking as you use your opponent’s momentum against himself.
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Footwork is an essential part of any sport and if you want to become a top athlete, you must be quick on your feet. For boxing, being agile and having short exp... READ MORE...
Do you remember the first time you fought a southpaw? I bet it wasn’t easy. If you’re an orthodox fighter, everything comes from a different angle which you’re ... READ MORE...
Many people struggle to wake up early. There are various reasons why this is such a daunting task, but most of these issues can be resolved as I will explai... READ MORE...
Running clearly forms an integral part of any boxing training as it has been used by trainers for decades to increase stamina and general fitness as well as... READ MORE...
It can be intimidating and exhausting fighting someone who won’t stop coming forward. Many fighters fold under these circumstances.
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Get out of the way of incoming straight shots by learning how to slip punches. It involves the transfer of weight from one leg to the other while subtly mov... READ MORE...
Anyone can learn how to bob and weave very easily. It’s one of most basic defensive maneuvers in boxing, but extremely effective nonetheless.
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The conventional boxing stance has changed throughout history from era to era. In modern boxing, the typical boxing stance has adopted an approach that combines... READ MORE...
No boxer is ever a complete fighter without knowing how to implement body shots into his game. A consistent and effective body attack will eventually pay off ... READ MORE...
Boxing is a full contact, combat sport in which players often face a high risk of sustaining injuries. These can occur most frequently during training and i... READ MORE...
He’s brash, he’s cocky, he’s confident and he’s still undefeated. One of the best defensive fighters of all time is never short of words but he’s always bac... READ MORE...
A little while ago, I wrote an article on Top 10 Techniques To Increase Punching Power which demonstrated brief but useful tips.
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The cross, which is more commonly known as the straight, is a punch thrown with your rear hand directly at your opponent in a straight line.
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Many people’s new year’s resolution is to hit the gym and get fit. While they may start, very few of them maintain their routine. Lack of motivation is the ... READ MORE...
