Expert: Jack Rose - 12/28/2009

Question
1)How old were you when you first started boxing?
2)How long have you been boxing?
3)Why did you start boxing?
4)Who got you started in boxing?
5)What do you like about boxing?
6)Do you want to become a professional boxer?
7)Who is your favorite boxer?
8)How do you feel about MMA?
9)Would you join an MMA club?
10)What would a typical day of training be like?
11)How important are sponsors to you?
12)What's your position on women boxing?
13)How do you feel about steriods or human growth hormones used in sports?
14)What do you now about boxing in the 1920s and how are they different from modern boxing?
15)How do boxing gyms help the youth in the community?

Answer
Justin,

1-  I was 16 years old.

2-  Combined boxer/coach for 25 years.

3-  Athletic nature...I like 1 on 1 competition.

4-  Went in on my own

5-  1 on 1 competition, toughest sport, requires overall conditioning and discipline.

6-  I did at one point but due to unforeseen circumstances that opportunity passed me by.

7-  Sugar Ray Leonard.

8-  A very well marketed train wreck

9-  No

10-  Up at sunrise for run. Early afternoon sparring sessions. Evening technical work on the pads, drills, all types of bag work, exercises and conditioning.

11-  None, most amateur clubs just limp along with small shows.  If you are holding a pro show then they could help. If your holding a televised pro boxing show they could help alot.

12-  Women have a right to compete.

13-  It's cheating, dangerous, lazy and shows a lack of character.

14-  The rules are different. Boxing has become safer. Matches are shorter. There are more styles, Boxers now are more athletic. Boxers now are stronger and faster due to advances in training and weight lifting. Boxers generally move more now. Back then they basically just stood toe to toe and went at it.

15-  We teach discipline, respect and sportsmanship. Ultimately they will have a more positive impact on society.


good luck