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| footwork | 11/25/2009 | J. Coach Rick Coward |
Q: What advice would you give to help with speed on footwork? ANSWER: Jumping rope is a great way to ...
A: Look into Title Boxing's "John Brown" Boxing training series, he has a dvd on footwork and proper ...
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| footwork | 11/25/2009 | J. Coach Rick Coward |
Q: What advice would you give to help with speed on footwork?
A: Jumping rope is a great way to add "Quickness" to your feet, another good way is adding "Plyometric ...
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| starting boxing | 11/24/2009 | Jackson Rose |
Q: A always wanted to but never knew where to start. but i decided that i was going to at lest give it ...
A: Josh, It is not too late. You can box amateur til your 34. I would suggest finding a gym near you ...
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| boxing | 11/23/2009 | Melanie Ley |
Q: hello my name is laura i have a 11 year old son who has been boxing 4 years he is great they call ...
A: I think the coaches should come to an agreement on who trains your son. It would probably be in ...
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| About boxing | 11/21/2009 | Jackson Rose |
Q: What should i do to make my punches punches faster and harder?
A: Broket, Break down the mechanics of your punches and make sure your throwing correct. Lift weights ...
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| dieing to fight | 11/20/2009 | Melanie Ley |
Q: Ello.! my name is Jason and im looking for anyway to find an all-comers boxing tournament.. problem ...
A: you will have to register with USA Boxing (copy of your birth certificate, two passport-type ...
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| Physical power | 11/19/2009 | Joe Hofer |
Q: If a guy is coming up in wieght class and his opponent is coming down in weight, which fighter is ...
A: That would vary on who the fighter is, and which one is closer to his or her natural bodyweight, ...
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| boxing | 11/18/2009 | Jackson Rose |
Q: I have been working out and training at my house i run 5 miles a day in about 25 to 30 min. I know ...
A: Bobby, Go to this list below and call the gyms nearest you. Ask them if there club is a USA Boxing ...
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| boxing question | 11/18/2009 | Melanie Ley |
Q: but I am going to go to college at the same time. My question is would it be better to box at my ...
A: you're better off training at your local gym and competing in USA Boxing sanctioned amateur boxing ...
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| starting out | 11/17/2009 | Joe Hofer |
Q: i am 5 foot 6 and about 190pds and i have a very stocky build, so i feel i could get down to 160pds ...
A: the second part of your question is too lengthy to answer but as far as the weight and height goes, ...
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| Boxing tournaments | 11/15/2009 | Jackson Rose |
Q: I currently am training at La Boxing, I am 17, and been training for about a year now. I want to ...
A: I am on the east coast so you will have to send these folks an email and asked them who to contact ...
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| weight class | 11/13/2009 | J. Coach Rick Coward |
Q: hi im just starting out and im 6"0 and i weigh 300lbs now i already know im a heavywieght i want to ...
A: thats a good question,, I would suggest you first get with a good trainer and determine what your ...
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| Fitness Routine | 11/13/2009 | Tony Spain |
Q: First of all, thanks for providing a forum for answering my question ( i hope you find the time to ...
A: Hey there Rajeev ! thank you for the email. I sell an Instructional Boxing Fitness Dvd on my website ...
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| Boxing tournaments | 11/13/2009 | Lian Shoemake |
Q: I currently am training at La Boxing, I am 17, and been training for about a year now. I want to ...
A: In order to compete, you'll need to register with your USA Boxing Local Boxing Committee (LBC). To ...
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| boxing | 11/12/2009 | J. Coach Rick Coward |
Q: I recently began training at a gym which does MT on Tuesday/Thursday, wrestling on Monday, and BJJ ...
A: Fundamentally we are all a little afraid of being hit, that's normal. For those out there that like ...
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| Self managing | 11/9/2009 | Tony Spain |
Q: How can a professional; boxer manage himself? Is it possible for him to manage himself? and what are ...
A: Kentrell, it is not suggested to manage yourself when you first become a professional boxer. The ...
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| open tournaments | 11/8/2009 | Lian Shoemake |
Q: I am 15,an amateur boxer and eager to compete. i live in southern California. Where can i find open ...
A: You should be getting information through your USA Boxing Local Boxing Committee (LBC) about ...
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| am ito old to box | 11/7/2009 | Tony Spain |
Q: i weigh 78 kg am 6ft tall and 25 years of age my friends keep telling me to take up boxing am i to ...
A: Owen, if you want to do it just do it. Find a local boxing gym, with a trainer who has trained ...
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| golden gloves | 11/6/2009 | Jackson Rose |
Q: how many fights would i need to qualify for the national golden gloves? and can you tell me what ...
A: Joel, There is not prerequisite number of fights needed. You only need to be an "open" division ...
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| body type for boxing | 11/6/2009 | Tony Spain |
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A: Dan, what is great about the sport of boxing, is that you can be any body type and you can use that ...
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| Boxing | 11/5/2009 | Jackson Rose |
Q: im fifteen years old. i was boxing for about two months going to the gym 3 times a week. and i want ...
A: Joel, There is not a certain amount of fights you need to become a pro although it is recommending ...
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| amateur boxing | 11/4/2009 | Lian Shoemake |
Q: I sent you my question yesterday & forgot to add that the 21 yr boxer lives in Sonoma, Ca & my ...
A: I sent an answer to your first question without reading your second one first ;) Here's contact ...
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| amateur boxing | 11/4/2009 | Lian Shoemake |
Q: My husband is training a 21 old male who is a fast learner. The young man wants to fight. I need ...
A: Your son and husband both need to register with USA Boxing through your Local Boxing Committee ...
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| how to obtain a boxing license | 11/3/2009 | Lian Shoemake |
Q: I was just wondering how I ca obtain my boxing license in ny state . I train at church st gym I'm ...
A: Each state has its own requirements for licensing boxers, so you'll need to contact the New York ...
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| starting boxing. | 11/3/2009 | Tony Spain |
Q: i am 18 years old and very interested in boxing, kickboxing MMA etc. i wanted to know if i am to old ...
A: You can start learning at any age, but I would recommend you train with people that have been ...
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| Thoughts on a situation. | 11/2/2009 | Jackson Rose |
Q: My name is Josh and I am 21 years old. I trained in Jun Fan JKD theories and concepts, karate and ...
A: Josh, I would try boxing for a year and see if you like it. You need to get involved with a gym ...
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| Boxing Certification. | 10/31/2009 | Melanie Ley |
Q: My name is Michael. I have boxing for about 18 months. On and Off. I am getting certified as a CPT ...
A: In order to work a corner in sanctioned amateur boxing shows, a coach must be a member of USA Boxing ...
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| boxing train at home | 10/31/2009 | J. Coach Rick Coward |
Q: I train at home with my father and want to get in amateur fights im 21 been traing since i was 13 ...
A: thats a great question and the answer is yes you still register to fight with USA Boxing,, you would ...
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| becoming a boxing official | 10/28/2009 | J. Coach Rick Coward |
Q: First of all hello to you Mr. Rick Coward if you don't mind! Well basically to start I have been ...
A: , I suffered one many years ago myself, in fact was told that I would never walk again and if I did ...
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| help me | 10/26/2009 | J. Coach Rick Coward |
Q: was up coach my name is gordon but i go by tony..born an raised in tonga til i was 18 than i moved ...
A: I am not sure I completely understand your question, but I will try to answer it anyway.. Do you ...
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| Youth Boxing | 10/24/2009 | Melanie Ley |
Q: My son is turning 8 next month. He's currently involved with Club(competitive) soccer. Now, in ...
A: Boxers reach the national level by competing in advancing tournaments from the district to the ...
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| reach | 10/20/2009 | Tony Spain |
Q: How do you measure a boxers reach? ANSWER: Cathy, you measure a fighters reach from finger tip to ...
A: Cathy, yes you are correct. go finger tip to finger tip directly across the full back. The arms are ...
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| kids boxing | 10/20/2009 | Lian Shoemake |
Q: What are the benefit for youth boxing and at what age do you feel is appropriate to start.
A: In my experience, I have found the USA Boxing Junior Olympic Program (for boxers ages 8-16) to be ...
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| cutman and amature | 10/18/2009 | Melanie Ley |
Q: thank u ralph
A: Since amateur boxing doesn't use cutmen, I don't know the proper procedures for learning. Most ...
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| going pro | 10/15/2009 | Melanie Ley |
Q: I am eighteen years old i just started to box i love the sport intensely and would like to pursuit ...
A: It you are serious about turning pro and becoming something other than an opponent, you should plan ...
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| Boxing + weight gain | 10/14/2009 | Joe Hofer |
Q: I took up boxing about 4 weeks ago and I'm training for a charity fight night. I also go spinning ...
A: I would just google the Atkins diet or if you like I sell a color code diet on my website which I ...
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| boxing | 10/9/2009 | J. Coach Rick Coward |
Q: What steps do I need to take to get a training license for boxing in Kentucky?
A: I am not certain as to the laws in Kentucky as I live in New Jersey.. But a good start for a ...
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| Boxing Safety | 10/9/2009 | Joe Hofer |
Q: I am writing a paper for a college writing class on boxing safety. All the research i have found ...
A: I am probably not qualified to give an accurate answer but I can say much is overrated because in ...
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| speedbag tips | 10/8/2009 | J. Coach Rick Coward |
Q: I have never used a speedbag before. How would you recommend I start? I'm not looking to become a ...
A: The speedbag can be alot of fun to work on, but it takes practice. I train my new boxers and general ...
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| Turning Pro Late | 10/6/2009 | Jackson Rose |
Q: I'm 28 and would like to turn Pro in order to chase a long time dream and to add additional income. ...
A: Paul, Your welcome. With no amateur background you will start at about $500 a fight. Depending on ...
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