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hi im 1m about to turn 15 am i too old for boxing?

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Hi Tenzin,

No you are NOT too old for boxing. In fact taking up boxing in you teens is a perfect time to begin. I am not familiar with the amatuer boxing rules and systems of your country but finding qualified coach in your local area would be a great place to start. If you plan on competing be sure that your coach and training location are recognized or certified by your countries boxing license or oversight system.

Good luck with your training and thank you for the question.  

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I can answer any questions concerning speed bag training, including equipment, setup, 24 punching techniques from all around the bag, creating non-stop combinations and martial arts training on the speed bag. Also, unique and advanced speed bag training such joining a speed bag with stationary cycles, stepping machines and rehabilitation.

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Author of the " Speed Bag Bible" book and video training program.

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Black Belt Magazine ( 1991 ) and Martial Arts Training magazine (1998)

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Masters degrees in Recreation Therapy and Rehabilitation counseling

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Appeared in 1996 Olympics, doing speed bag demonstrations and seminars for security forces during the games. Invited to tour and demonstrate speed bag throughout China. Most major Boxing companies carry this program as THE source for speed bag training.

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