Boxing/Cobra Reflex Bag
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Question
I am an amateur 56 year old boxing wanna be. I loved hitting my double ended striking bag but I can't set it up in my new house. What about a Cobra Reflex Striking Bag?
Does it develop hand-eye coordination and reflexes as well as a double-ended bag? Thanks.
Hi Lee,
Sorry to hear you can make your Double End Bag work in your new home. A cobra reflex bag is a reliable alternative. I actually have one on my back porch also. Makes for a fun little workout while I'm Bar-B-Queing. HA! But also very good for many martial arts kicks. I'm in my 50's also, and I really like having it.
It also has a kind of Rhythm of it's own. As you hit it, you will hear the spring recoil, and you can establish a rhythm much like a speed bag.
Good luck with it. I think you will enjoy using it.
sincerely,
Alan Kahn
author, The Speed Bag Bible
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Alan Kahn
Expertise
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.
Experience
Author of the " Speed Bag Bible" book and video training program.
Publications
Black Belt Magazine ( 1991 ) and Martial Arts Training magazine (1998)
Education/Credentials
Masters degrees in Recreation Therapy and Rehabilitation counseling
Awards and Honors
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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