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Getting into Boxing

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SkierPT
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I have always thought about getting into some type of martial art-type sport. Boxing has always seemed interesting to me, and runs in my family with my late grandpa being a boxer in his younder days.

I am about 6'1 and around 160-165 lbs and 19 years old. Tall and skinny. I just got done playing college level soccer so my cardio shape is not really a problem at all. I can easily get back to top cardio performance. I have no equipment so my main question is what to get first? A heavy bag? What gloves ect ect. There is possible one actualy boxing ring in my town but i am not positive.

Also looking for some input. I have never been in a fight or anything but I did take a non-sparring kick boxing course that I really enjoyed. Wondering if anyone on here is a boxer or has tried it and could tell me about their experiences. My goal right now would be to cut down my body fat, which is already small, and tone up a bit adding some muscle but not a ton. My legs are the most muscular part of my body being a soccer player and skier. I was thinking staying in the 165lbs middle weight class. Opinions on this would be great too. Thanks for any help or opinions. +k for good answers.
Dec 11 2012 2:20PM
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accualyisdolan
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You sound like stenler in win win
Dec 11 2012 2:23PM
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SkierPT
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Dec 11 2012 5:15PM
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Corwack10
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In the summer I box every other day, I've a floor to ceiling bag, a speed bag, and a heavy bag. It all starts with the heavy bag, you can add more weight as you progress. I would suggest just getting a heavy bag, some hand wraps, and one pair of boxing gloves to start out. Look online for boxing workouts, and technique. PM me if you want to know my routine and/or more information.
Dec 11 2012 6:15PM
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chilling
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start fightin black guys and you will be forced to improve quickly
Dec 11 2012 6:18PM
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EASTIE21
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You crazy sum bitch. Come fight me sometime. I just started into boxing and basic fighting as well. I think we are the same size... We can just duke it out in the PK parking lot sometime.
Dec 11 2012 10:37PM
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iFlip
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Say goodbye to having a straight nose. That will disappear within the first week or two of casual sparring/training.
Dec 11 2012 10:40PM
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AndrewGravesSV
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thats some fight club shit right here
Dec 11 2012 11:02PM
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kebbek
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A 1 month training give's you great benefits over someone who has never trained anything in a fight.
Get urself a trainer or else it's a time loss.
Get ready to sweat !
Dec 11 2012 11:11PM
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SkierPT
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Who's this? Kevin Murphy?
Dec 12 2012 9:25AM
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deleted5
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I wouldn't listen to too many people on this site when it comes to fighting. You need to get yourself into a boxing gym because even if you buy gloves and punch a bag if you don't know how to punch correctly you can easily give yourself a boxing fracture. Just Google boxing gyms in your area.
Dec 12 2012 10:12AM
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captainslack
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Yeh boxing club is the best way to go for sure. Not only will they teach you proper technique but you'll also get the opportunity to spar with other people and have access to all the clubs facilities.

You'll get a few people (like me) who box but to be honest no one's going to give you any good technique tips. You'd be better off looking at youtube for technique rather than on here.

If you're looking at things to buy get some 3kg hand weights and do some shadow boxing. I spend way more time boxing in front of the mirror with light weights in my hand than I do on the bag. Get a skipping rope as well, you may have strong legs but you need to get quick and light on your feet, while also improving CV.


Dec 12 2012 10:35AM
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TechnoPotamus
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Greg would be a good person to talk to about this... NS member Mr.Panda (PM him) he trains in martial arts, like daily, for a long time now. I know it isn't boxing but they're similar enough in how you get into it.


Anyway, I did muay thai kickboxing for awhile and enjoyed that a lot. Often times, boxing gyms or in my case muay thai gyms, would offer a free session so you could go and see what it's all about. I would recommend you find the closest boxing gym and see if they have a "teaser class" or something similar. If not, go visit the place and get prices and see what you think. If it looks pretty cool and you get all excited being there - give it a shot! People are super nice and encouraging at those places generally, so just walk right in and tell them you're new and interested in trying it and i'm sure they'll hook you up with info.



If you find that it's too expensive, buy a heavy bag as has been said, and some training gloves, and start learning on your own. The internet is a great place for learning about those types of things....watch youtube videos....google boxing workouts and routines....and get started that way.
Dec 12 2012 10:55AM
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ImRawAsFucc
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i got a dude who live down teh block who went to semi pro boxing but got caught dopin....he was dum as fucc but he was raw while he lasted.....he started by street fightin

Dec 12 2012 11:09AM
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TechnoPotamus
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look who's talking you fucking goon.


Dec 12 2012 12:32PM
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alex=
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I've always wanted to box but no gyms in my area
Jan 24 2013 10:48PM
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grapejuice3000+
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step 1. get netflix
step2. watch bronson
steps 3. profit
Jan 24 2013 10:54PM
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Z.J.H.
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read the power of one
Jan 24 2013 10:57PM
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Loco-Deer-Slayer
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If your 6'1" and sub 170 lbs trimming body fat would be the last thing I would do. But what the hell do I know?
Jan 24 2013 10:59PM
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deleted5
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I fight mma just do it go google boxing gym. If you want you can give me a few of the phone numbers and I could talk to them to see what up with the gyms and which the best gym for you would be. (Some gyms are not that great if you know nothing about fighting) I am such a good person.
Jan 24 2013 11:03PM
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deleted5
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Nvm saw this is a bump and already posted in it.
Jan 24 2013 11:04PM
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Conradicle
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i boxed for about 3 years before i realized skiing was way more awesome
but join a gym and learn the basics, get hand wraps and if u end up liking it invest in a pair of 16oz sparring gloves
you can get the rest of the sparring equipment further down the road
Jan 25 2013 1:07AM
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fujarome
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based on every boxing movie I've seen, you're about 4 or 5 fights away from being world champion.


But really, go to a specific gym, get a trainer. It's not a sport you want to go into unprepared.
Jan 25 2013 1:09AM
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alex=
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336-723-7275

Could you call and see if they offer boxing and boxing training?

You said you would do it, soo
Jan 25 2013 9:07PM
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deleted5
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I meant I'd call the gym and see how well-equipped they are/how well the teachers are to train beginners. There are some gyms that are kind a like like fight club. And you just do hard sparring, Then there are other gyms with real athletes who will properly train you.
Jan 25 2013 9:50PM
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alex=
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Which do you recommend
Jan 25 2013 10:04PM
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deleted5
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i can't recommend anything you didnt ask a question.
Jan 25 2013 10:19PM
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deleted5
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or if you were asking which one i thought i made it clear you do gyms with real athletes who will properly train you. dosent matter how many street fights you're in form is everything.
Jan 25 2013 10:20PM
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alex=
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What you highlighted in your previous post, obviously. Jesus.

Gyms that spar/ gyms that train you
Jan 25 2013 10:20PM
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deleted5
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if you go to a fighting gym and they say they just do sparing walk out.
Jan 25 2013 10:22PM
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alex=
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Oh okay thanks for the tip
Jan 25 2013 10:24PM
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E-Nix
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Yeah, I'm in the same boat, I really want to try it.
Jan 25 2013 10:26PM
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newnewschool
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If you can do mma. I've been doing it the last couple months and its incredibly fun.
Jan 25 2013 10:45PM
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alex=
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I like boxing more though. I guess I could do MMA just seems to have a tool mentality that surrounds it
Jan 25 2013 11:10PM
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_TK_
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Idk how old you are but many universities offer club boxing for free which is an easy way to get into the sport, cost efficient. I use to box for a club and it was a great workout and teaches you great discipline. I would look up gyms in your area as many people have said. But i would definitely invest in a heavy bag and some bag gloves, dont forget wraps, wrapping your hands is essential to not fracturing your hands. Also boxing is a great sport but it can take a serious toll on your head and expect to have your nose fucked up after a few fights.
Jan 25 2013 11:59PM
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