Jonah Engler Silberman shares how boxing has transcended the exclusivity it once had as a sport; nowadays more and more people are turning to boxing as a sound fitness and exercise regimen to complement their typical workout routines. For those keen on putting on the gloves, here are some tips that should get you “hooked” (figuratively speaking, of course).
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The first thing to do is to look for a good boxing club or gym. There are more and more of these venues that offer fitness and resistance training without insisting that members box competitively. Most amateur and professional boxing clubs have licensed coaches and staff with an excellent safety record, so just make sure that you do a background check. Your first concern is always safety.
Some complementary workout routines for boxing are running, skipping rope, and cycling. Make sure that you do one of these for improved footwork, cardiovascular training, and to build your endurance.
You need to gain power in your punches, and the best way to do this is to work on the boxing bags. The more you use your entire body to punch, the harder your punches become. Along with power gain is building muscle mass via push-ups, sit-ups, dips, and overall weight training.
Aside from shadowboxing in front of a mirror to practice your developing skills and study your stance and technique, you would eventually need to spar with other boxers. Just make sure that you are sparring with somebody who’s on the same skill level.
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Brooklyn-based Jonah Engler Silberman subscribes to a mindful lifestyle. He is a member of the Children of Promise foundation, the United Federation of Teachers, and the Buddhist center Nalanda Institute. He is also a boxing enthusiast. For related reads, visit this blog.
