Boxing/Speed Bag setup
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Question
Hello,
What is the height the speed bag should be set at (ie. even with shoulders, even with your head or above your head) ?
Hi David
I think the Belly of the Bag should be even with the mouth. That allows the fist to easily "pass through" the bag to all sides. ( Front. Back & Sides)
Here is link to SPEEDBAGCENTRAL.com, a new website that is dedicated to Speed Bag Training. This page shows the set up for a beginner.
http://www.speedbagcentral.com/Tips_SkillLevels.html#B
Click around on this site and it will probably answer a lot of your speed bag questions, and don't forget to check out the demonstration video's. You may see some unique ways to hit use it.
Train safely, and I hope I answered your question. If not, don't hesitate to ask again.
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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