Boxing/Amateur/Pro
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Hie:
I'm 30 years old and I have never boxed or trained as a boxer. I'm thinking of starting amateur boxing hoping to turn pro, do you think this can be possible? I have played football so my fitness is not a problem at all. I can adapt to any training regime and when I was around 67,70KG (my weight), I used to deadlift 185kg, push 110 kg on chest press and chin ups or dips with 20kg weight on my waist I can go on for a minute and i also used to squat 160 kg all these free weights.I have stopped training 3 years ago and i'm thinking of boxing. I feel i have strength, speed and will to do it and i would like to hear from you because you know this field very well. I have never touched beer or cigarettes in my life. Thomas
Thomas,
A pro boxer usually has a career lasting into their mid to late 30's. The better defense and conditioning you have the longer your career.
It takes years to become a quality boxer and unless you have an amateur background you will not be taken seriously by the folks running the pro game, unless, you start beating people your not suppose to beat and compile a decent record.
I'm not suggesting you don't try it. But I am sure you want an honest answer. So let me tell you what I would do it I were you and had me heart set on it.
I would get as many amateur fights as I could for 2 years (over 25 bouts preferably) and at the end of two years I would reevaluate where I'm at. I would consult with my trainer for an honest opinion and if I had good success and I'm still feeling it, I would turn pro at 32 or 33 and see what happens. Make sure you have a trainer that cares about your well being and who also knows his stuff.
good luck
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Jack 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. We have cultivated our facility into the largest Amateur Boxing Gym 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. I have worked corners in pro bouts on HBO and ESPN cards. My friend, boss and coach is the former President of Golden Gloves and I trained under his tutelage.
Organizations
I am a certified Golden Gloves/USA Boxing Coach. I am also a licensed to work pro bouts in several states.
Education/Credentials
College, Pro Licenses, USA Boxing Certified, Certified Judge/Referee, Certified Fitness Trainer
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