Boxing/speedball training
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thinking of geting a free standing speedball - the one on a base that is on a spring. i dont want to get into boxing in a big way, just want to use it for cardio and building up a bit of strength, for a short time, a few times a week - sort of build it into my exsisting work out programme.
trouble is im also a musician and dont want to damage my hands.
is using a speedball rather than a bag going to do any damage to them if i wear good padded gloves and wraps? or should i just not bother?
Hi Gerry, The speedball should not hurt your hands. Just be sure to wrap good and also put a piece of foam over your knuckles under your wrap for extra protection. Use at nothing less than 12 oz. gloves, preferably 14.
Hands are mostly hurt hitting the heavybag or sparring so you should be in good shape.
Have fun.
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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