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hello i am 17 years of age and i am a new amature boxer
i was wondering since im 6'2 and 135 pounds and can bench press 195 pounds.. do u think i am fine right were i am in weight classes or go up or down a class
Your weight class should be whatever you are comfortable at and can still eat. It really doesn't have anything to do with height or bench pressing. If you go down, you can't weigh more than 132 in a tournament and if you go up, you'll have to weigh between 142 and 152. Your coach should be able to help you with keeping your proper weight, too.
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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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