Training when it comes to boxing is often incorrectly viewed as solely practicing strikes, stances, and other techniques. In truth, proper boxing training is about much more, including the preparation and recovery from a session. Learning effective stretching techniques is a must for every boxer, and the incorporation of yoga poses specifically can help accomplish … Read more

Seasoned fighters are familiar with the slip: in boxing, a slip is a defensive move that can take ages to perfect. The reason for this is timing. It involves ‘slipping’ out of the way when a punch is incoming. You need to make sure you’re throwing in that slip at the exact right time and … Read more

Training with focus mitts is leveling up when you’re a fighter; while heavy bag training has its merits in terms of building up muscle and power, focus mitts help you tune your natural reflexes to a T. In terms of technique, these are all about teaching you proper punching and defense, and all with a live … Read more

Whether you’re a seasoned fighter or someone who’s barely ever thrown a punch at a bag, you might find yourself in a dangerous situation which requires you to act fast. Certain parts of the body can incapacitate an opponent when hit, giving you enough time to seek shelter or call for help. But these aren’t … Read more

Flexibility determines the range of your movements and the ease with which you can bend and exercise. Training to increase flexibility is important for any athlete, but is a component of boxing training that is sometimes ignored in favor of more aggressive approaches like sparring. Exercises which are slower and rely largely on stretching and form, … Read more