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Question
hey joe, i just read a reply by one of u guys quote "you wouldnt want to be 5'6 (height) and weigh 200 pounds." unquote. i am 5'6, and am strength training, and learning how to box. i want to fight in the heavyweight, 81kg category.Is there anything i need to know, like, to be a good fighter, there's the ideal height to weight ratio or anything like that?
Not necessarialy a ratio but at 5 ft. 6 in. you would have a rough way to go in the heavyweight class. Many 130 lbs fighters are this height. Your reach would be a real disadvantage. I would lower your weight to fight in a lower weight class.
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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