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About Jackson Rose
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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. 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.

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Boxing - Common Boxing Mistakes


Expert: Jackson Rose - 6/22/2009

Question
Hi, I've just started a boxing group this year. I coach a small group of guys on how to box.
HOwever, I'm not much of a boxer myself. I love the sport and I love learning, but I haven't competed or anything.

I have been teaching them (and myself) the basics that I learn off Youtube.com

My question to you is?

What are 5 or 10 common mistakes that boxers make?

for eg dropping their guard after punching. etc

I just want to make sure my boys aren't doing something obviously wrong that an experiencedfighter will notice straight away.

Answer
Polu,

You have already mentioned the number one:

1. Dropping your hands
2. Wrong foot position upon setting up ( feet should be at a 3/4 angle rather than directly behind one another)
3. Knees not bent
4. Hump in the back (back should be straight)
5. Chin not down
6. Not turning on righthand (assuming boxer is a righty)
7. Not turning on the hook
8. Bending at the waist instead of the knees when ducking
9. not moving your head
10. crossing your feet while moving

Just named the most chronic issues right off the top of my head.
Hope this helps.

good luck

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