Boxing/training to be an amatuer
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hi, i was wondering what it would take (how long,wieght cutting ex.)before i would want to get some amatuer fights. i have been boxing for a couple of months and i train 5 days a week at a good gym and im 5'4 130lbs.
Nick,
Sounds like your off to a good start. I would shoot for 119. 130 is a little big for 5'4 unless you have a lot of muscle and very little fat. At the very least go for 125.
Sparring is the best measure of where you are and if your ready to fight. I would get at least 8 to 10 sparring sessions before the first fight. The most important part of offense when you begin is to keep your hands up protecting your face, this will be your main defense. On offense, stick mainly with the 1-2 and lots of jabs. Perfect these at first. You can win your first 15 fights easy with these punches alone along with good defense.
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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College, Pro Licenses, USA Boxing Certified, Certified Judge/Referee, Certified Fitness Trainer
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