Expert: Alan Kahn - 9/19/2004

Question
Hello, my name is heath. I am interested in learning the basics of boxing.  Do you know any web sites that are any good? Also, what are some basic exercises to increase my ounching speed and strength.  I have a punching bag. Thanks a bunch.

~Heath

Answer
Hi Heath,

I am glad you are interesting in learning the basics of Boxing. It is a good idea to try and start out correctly.  Here are some great web links. books and video tapes that can help.

Balazs "in the gym" information
http://www.balazsboxing.com/thegym/index.htm

Hand wraps
http://www.boxinggyms.com/tips/wraps/eugene01.htm

Specific training for Punching force & Power
http://www.veloforce.net/Articles.html

boxing training
http://www.geocities.com/Colosseum/Sideline/5773/method.htm

John Brown learn to Box ( 19 DVD set)
http://www.ringside.com/store/prodinfo.asp?number=JBVDVD%20S&variation=&aitem=38...

Kenny Weldon "learn to Box" series
http://www.ringside.com/store/products.asp?dept=2&pagenumber=7

Speed Bag Focused workouts for strength and Speed
http://www.speedbagcentral.com/Tips_FocusedWorkouts.html

Title Boxing Links
http://www.titleboxing.com/links/

Heavybag article
http://www.protectivestrategies.com/heavybag.html

Ross heavy bag example
http://www.rossboxing.com/heavybagtraining.wmv

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For increasing Punching speed and strength, I recommend using a combination of weight training ( pressing for shoulders and triceps extensions for arm ) and using the heavy bag, along with the speed and strength exercises outlined on the speedbagcentral.com website.

I hope these links and information help you, Heath.

sincerely,

Alan Kahn
author, The Speed Bag Bible