Quick facts about boxing:
POPULAR MISCONCEPTIONS:
- Boxing is NOT just about beating a punching bag. It is a high intensity, full body workout that will keep you moving the whole time
- Boxing is about technique, NOT strength. Three main moves used in boxing are hooks ("side" punches), jabs (straight forward punches) and up-cuts (punches going upwards)
- Boxing is NOT wrestling: No body-to-body contact is allowed in boxing
- Boxing is NOT all about the arms, it is actually a cardio work-out for the whole body, known to be second to the swimming cardio workout only
- Boxing is NOT an easy ride, it requires a lot of hard work
- Boxing is NOT exclusive for guys; women actually pick up the combinations faster than men and have more flexibility through their mid-section
- Boxing is NOT about bulking up, it's about toning your body
LET'S GET TO THE REAL STUFF - BENEFITS THAT BOXING OFFERS TO YOU:
- Weight loss, increased agility, coordination, muscle tone,
cardio enhancement and greater fitness all result from boxing
- Boxing is great for stress release
- Boxing will challenge you and test your willpower
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