One of the best ways to improve as a boxer is by studying the habits of other successful boxers. In other words, rather than trying to reinvent the wheel, you see what other fighters have done to keep rolling along. There will always be something that another fighter does differently from you. As you continue […]
Posts from November 2014
Watch Me Now – Mike Tyson and Cus D’Amato
If you have read any of my previous entries, it should be clear by now that I strongly believe in learning from the great fighters and trainers who came before us. When it comes to boxing, there is no school like the old school. So much can be learned by simply listening and observing to […]
Beginning Boxers Must Earn Respect
I’ve recently stressed the importance of training at a real boxing gym. As I have stated before, it is not possible to teach yourself how to box at a high level. If you are serious about fighting, you need to find yourself a good gym and a good trainer. Keep in mind however that once […]
How to Find a Good Boxing Gym
In my last entry, I stressed how important it is for an aspiring boxer to train at a real boxing gym. As mentioned previously, you cannot teach yourself how to box at a high level. It is essential that you learn from a knowledgeable trainer and spar with experienced fighters. The natural question therefore is […]
The Most Important Beginner Boxing Workout Tip
If you are familiar with my training website, you know that I am a fan of do-it-yourself projects. Much of my equipment is homemade. You can even construct your own heavy bag for boxing training as seen here. Yet, despite the abundance of do-it-yourself options, there is one project that you cannot build alone. If […]