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Question
WHY DO BOXERS FIGHT QUITE A FEW LBS BELOW THEIR NORMAL WEIGHT? IS THIS SOME TYPE OF ADVANTAGE. I WALK AROUND AT 160 AND I WANT TO FIGHT AT 160 BUT NOT IF ALL MY OPPONENTS ARE 8-10 LBS HEAVIER THE DAY OF THE FIGHT. I DONT WANT TO DEHYDRATE MYSELF LIKE OTHER FIGHTERS. WHAT'S YOUR OPINION?
When you fight, you do not want useless unwanted fat on your body that may slow you down. To fight at the lowest weight class that you can make without being uncomfortable is advisable this will give you an advantage even in the height department which usually means reach as well.
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.
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.
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High School Graduate
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