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Hi there i am 19 years old, I boxed for a year from the age of 15 to 16 and would like to get back into i dont know why but i have the bug again and it keeps getting to me.
However i have been weight training for the last year and i am 5ft 7 and 11 stone do you think i need to lose some weight it is all good qaulity muscle but is this to heavy for my height. Also i dont really do much cardio these days and would like to know whether you think i should go running again before going back to my training and how long do you think it will take for me to get back into the swing of things?
Many Thanks
Terry London UK
If you bodyfat content is low then do not lose more weight. Get back into it slowly even if it requires you to walk first then start running. You need cardio for sure and if you are not just too out of shape, you should be able to get back in the swing of things in about 6 weeks.
Thanks,
Joe
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I can answer most questions regarding boxing instruction and or various training methods. Training for beginners or experienced professionals. I can also answer questions regarding effective weight loss.
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I have trained beginning boxers as well as accomplished professionals. I have owned and managed my own gym outside of Atlanta Georgia and currently do personilized boxing instruction and training in Tampa Florida. I have promoted professional boxing shows in St. Louis, Missouri including several World and State Championships. I have Supervised a World Championship for the International Boxing Organization and the World Boxing Board of which I am currently on their Board of Directors.
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