Boxing/Heavy Bag
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Question
Dear Jack, I am looking to purchase an Everlast heavy bag very soon, I was wondering which size or weight or Leather bag I should purchase. I weigh 200Ibs and I'm 5ft 10', I too lift good size weights and would consider myself quiet strong. I don't want the bag swinging all over the place so I was thinking 100Ib bag?? Please Help!!
Thank You.
Dom
Hi DOM,
I would say that a 100 - 120 lb bag would be fine for you. You size and weight should do fine with that. It will swing less with a shorter chain hang, but be sure your area can support such a heavy bag, particularly if you do not take it down between workouts.
I prefer the soft fill or water core bags for they are easier on the hands, particularly for really hard punchers.
good luck, wrap your hands and use top quality gloves.
sincerely
Alan Kahn
author, The Speed Bag Bible
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Alan Kahn
Expertise
I can answer any questions concerning speed bag training, including equipment, setup, 24 punching techniques from all around the bag, creating non-stop combinations and martial arts training on the speed bag. Also, unique and advanced speed bag training such joining a speed bag with stationary cycles, stepping machines and rehabilitation.
Experience
Author of the " Speed Bag Bible" book and video training program.
Publications
Black Belt Magazine ( 1991 ) and Martial Arts Training magazine (1998)
Education/Credentials
Masters degrees in Recreation Therapy and Rehabilitation counseling
Awards and Honors
Appeared in 1996 Olympics, doing speed bag demonstrations and seminars for security forces during the games. Invited to tour and demonstrate speed bag throughout China. Most major Boxing companies carry this program as THE source for speed bag training.
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