Boxing/boxing footwork
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My original question got me here. I'm interested in training football offense and defensive linemen how to better use there hands and feet in conjunction with balance through boxing. There is a lot of crossover. Can you help with drills or technic?
Thanks,
Kyle
Hi Kyle, Yes we do work with football players some during the off season. For linemen, the key is to have them punch while they are moving their feet and do this while moving laterally. Line up 3 cones about 2 yards apart each. On the balls of their feet, they will move laterally through the cones in a weave. Their feet never come closer than shoulder width at any point. Small quick steps only. Knees are bent and back is straight. While their moving they have their hands up infront of their face and throwing constant jabs and straight right hands. The hands can't drop. 3 minutes on and 1 minute off, just like a regular round. It will be hard for the big fellas but it gets their hands coordinated to working with their feet plus gets them in great shape.
best of luck ,
Jackson
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I can answer any questions related to boxing and training. I can help anyone prepare for professional or amateur bouts. My trainer/boss of 24 years is in the Golden Gloves Hall of Fame and trained the heavyweight champion of the world. Holyfield, Roy Jones Jr., Bernard Taylor, Billy Bridges, Frankie Randall just to name a few of the boxers who have passed thru the Southerns and/or trained at our gym.
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I have been in the sport of boxing since 1984. I started as a boxer and advanced quickly. I was lucky enough to have some of the best sparring in the country with 3 top ten pros in my very gym. I am fortunate enough to live near one of the better boxing programs in the country. We have cultivated our facility into the largest Amateur Boxing Gym in the country. In the mid 90's I became a trainer for Golden Gloves. I train amateur and pro fighters. I have worked in many corners at USA and Golden Glove tournaments. I have worked corners in pro bouts on HBO and ESPN cards. My friend, boss and coach is the former President of Golden Gloves and I trained under his tutelage.
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