Expert: Joe Hofer - 12/19/2006

Question
Hi my names armando, I'm going to Barry's boxing gym, I'm 19 and i want to know should i be watching what i eat and if so what should i be eating.i really don't know what a boxers diet is, any information on dieting for a amateur boxer would be great and why the importance is for the dieting and what the foods I'm eating do for me.

Answer
Your question depends on your weight height bone structure, and your body fat.  To give you a rough idea, most boxers eat foods primarially high in protein so to repair and build muscle tissue.  Plenty of meats, fish, and a good mix of vitimans.  Foods are important, especially at your age.  If you are not overweight and your bodyfat is fairly low then I would recommend eating small meals but more often per day and these meals should be a balance from all of the major food groups.  I have a diet that I sell on my website but this is for losing weight.  www.boxingdoneright.com

Thanks,

Joe