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I am 23 years of age and i have just started boxing and i would like to know the correct training shoes to use.I would also like to follow a training program because the gym i go to does not focus on beginners and i do not like training without particular targets.thank you
Nairobi,Kenya
Kevin,
I would suggest ringside.com for some good training shoes. They have mid-cut and high-cut boxing shoes. If you need good ankle support you should try the high-cut. I would recommend the everlast or the adidas.
As a beginner the main things you should focus on is the technique of your punches. Defensively you should work on moving your head in the mirror. Get in a rhythm and change your cadence, don't be predictable.
Keep your hands up and your chin down.
You should get around 6 rounds on the bag, 6 on the mirror, 6 on footwork, 4 on jump rope then finish with excercises - pushups, sit ups and leg throws.
Once your able to defend yourself reasonably you should be able to get some SOFT sparring.
good luck
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Jack 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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