Boxing/Training
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Question
Hello my name is JR. I barley started up a boxing team called JR'S Boxing. IT'S unknown at this moment. I just wanted to know should I train my fighter's the same way I fight. For example I have fancy footwork and good defense skills. I started them off by doing footwork before moving on to the next level. Do you think I'm doing okay at this time
Since I am not a trainer - it would be a better idea to swap techniques with other coaches. However, all beginning boxers should start out learning shadow boxing and working on footwork before moving on to bag work. A good amateur coach makes sure his/her boxers know their basics well before sparring and competition.
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Melanie Ley
Expertise
I can answer all questions related to amateur boxing except those having to do with the actual physical training. I am not a coach. 8-) 21 years as an amateur boxing official; certified computer scoring technician; have worked on many tournament administration staffs; have coordinated a major national invitational tournament; have served as secretary, treasurer and Junior Olympic Chairman at the local level.
Experience
21 years as an amateur boxing official; certified computer scoring technician; have worked on many tournament administration staffs; have coordinated a major national invitational tournament; have served as secretary, treasurer and Junior Olympic Chairman at the local level.
Organizations
USA Boxing, Inc.
Education/Credentials
High school graduate; some college.
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