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hello, im wondering i want to start boxing up iv been intrested by it all my life. iv got a litle gym in my garden in a shed with big weightbenches etc . should i start training now before i enquire about it . n i also dont know what foods or exercises 2 doo .
~ pls get bk 2 me

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Sam,

I would use the place in he garden for strength training. Stick to strength building excercises. Bench press, squats, dead lifts and overhead press. Use a weight that is comfortable for 6 to 8 reps.

For working on your boxing skills you need to find a boxing gym in your area. Go to http://boxing.usoc.org/content/index/43
and us the contact info in your area to find a gym. This is where you will learn how to box, get sparring and get matches against opponents.

good 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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I am a certified Golden Gloves/USA Boxing Coach. I am also a licensed to work pro bouts in several states.

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College, Pro Licenses, USA Boxing Certified, Certified Judge/Referee, Certified Fitness Trainer

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