AboutJoe Hofer Expertise 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.
Experience 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.
Question I'm thinking of getting into some beginner and intermediate training for boxing. The training I attended involved the heavy bag, and once I get to intermediate it will involve some sparring as well(or so they say).
The gym I'm thinking of signing up for is charging 130 for hand wraps, a shirt, and 16 oz Select Leather Pro Sparring gloves or 70 for hand wraps and 16 oz Bushido Vinyl gloves with a shirt.
So here are my questions:
What size and weight would be best for a woman with average size hands?
What are the main differences between a 14oz and 16oz?
Leather will last longer right?
Where can I pick up some good quality gloves and wraps in Vancouver?
Is Everlast really that bad?
Any other info would be appreciated.
Thanks!
Answer Yes leather is the best and if you are sparring then 16 oz. gloves is recommended. Go to Ringside.com as they have good quality gloves and you will probably spend less. You can also go to Title.com
