AboutJackson Rose Expertise 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.
Experience 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. 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. My friend, boss and coach is the former President of Golden Gloves. I am also one of the trainers and cornermen for a promising professional heavyweight.
Organizations I am a certified Golden Gloves/USA Boxing Coach. I am also a licensed Second for pro bouts.
Question i am living outside USA i am 17 and half years old i practiced boxing 3 years ago but that was only for fun.now i want to practice boxing as a pro .i will go after one month from now.i prefer playing as out boxer my speed is good and my dodging is a top notch also my power is moderate.i know all the basics punches so my technique is good too.my major problem is my stamina its not very good as my limit to go out at full strength and speed is about 2 or 4 minutes and my cardio is not very good too so can you please help me with these too.another question : i heard that when one wants to go pro his nose must be broken is that right? and if it is how will this affect me i mean my sense of smell and my look.please help me improve my self before this month as i need to have a very good impression on my new coach as you know first impression is very important .so tell me some exercises to deal with my stamina and cardio problems...please reply as soon as possible.
Answer Faysal,
To improve your stamina you need to run at least 3 miles 4 days a week. At the end of your runs, you should do five 50 yard sprints. Running is the most important part of boxing.
If I read your question correctly you said you heard a person's nose must be broken before you turn pro. This is NOT true. Sounds like something from a bad boxing movie. If your defense is good enough it is unlikely your nose will ever be broken. I know many boxers who fought for years and never had a broken nose. Keep working on that head movement and you will be very hard to hit.
