Success in any fitness program is an elusive moving target. There are many exercise devotees out there who continuously take aim. However, few consistently achieve a solid hit, when it comes to their fitness goals. Success demands focus, balance, consistency and discipline. It also requires the ability and dedication to continuously overcome obstacles. Endurance athletes [...]
Styles Make Fights
January 28, 2010 by ·
An old cliché in boxing states that Styles Make Fights. No two boxers are the same. Each fighter possesses his own unique style. There are boxers, punchers, and runners, just to name a few. There are tall, short, muscular, and thin fighters, each capable of utilizing a unique style towards victory. Many young boxers harp [...]
Be “Smart” When Training
January 28, 2010 by ·
I’ve received several emails from individuals regarding the specifics of a boxing workout. I appreciate the interaction and encourage it. I would like to emphasize however that no single workout satisfies the needs of all boxers. Each fighter has unique strengths and weaknesses. A tall, rangy boxer who circles the ring will train differently than [...]
Speed Bag Basics for the Beginner
January 28, 2010 by ·
Speed Bag Basics for the Beginner The speed bag can be used creatively to enhance all your punching skills, including: Hand-eye coordination Rhythm and timing You'll need both to deliver faster and powerful repetitive punching combinations while moving your fists shorter distances than for "normal" punching. The key to this is understanding how the bag [...]
Heavy Bag Hitting The Ultimate De-Stressor
January 28, 2010 by ·
Pop! Pop! Pow! Wham! Whoomp! As you walk into the gym, you hear the familiar sound of boxers hammering the heavy bag. Pop! Pop! Pow! Wham! Whoomp! Sounds like a double jab, straight right, hook, uppercut combination. The sounds are easy to recognize. The “pop” is the snapping crack of the jab. The “pow” is [...]
The Importance of Sparring
January 28, 2010 by ·
We often study advancements in sports-science in an attempt to enhance our training routines. Through science, we can better understand how and why our bodies react to various movements. For example, we now recognize that a proper strength-training program can increase power and speed. The myth that weight training reduces flexibility and range of motion [...]