Boxing/training for a fight
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I have a amatuer fight in about 6 weeks. what all do I need to be training on and how? weights? heavy bag? speed bag? sparring? running? I have been sparring 5-1 minute rounds, 3-2 minute rounds on heavy bag, 1 and 1/2 hours or weight lifting. 15 min of running or bike.
Hi Doug, I would get a total of 20 to 25 rounds in overall. This does not include jump rope. Stay on the weights until the week before the fight. Stretch out for 10 minutes....Jump rope for 15 minutes...Get 8 rounds on the heavybag, 6 rounds of footwork in the ring, 3 rounds on the speedbag, 3 rounds of mirror work, ab work.... you need to start sparring five 3 minute rounds (unless you are a Jr. under 16)... You should run about 8 miles a week (unless your a Jr.)... drink plenty of water during your training...also the day before the fight drink water, be sure your hydrated completely before your fight....
thanks for the question and good luck at your fight...
jack
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Jack Rose
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I can answer any questions related to boxing and training. I can help anyone prepare for professional or amateur bouts. My trainer/boss of 24 years is in the Golden Gloves Hall of Fame and trained the heavyweight champion of the world. Holyfield, Roy Jones Jr., Bernard Taylor, Billy Bridges, Frankie Randall just to name a few of the boxers who have passed thru the Southerns and/or trained at our gym.
Experience
I have been in the sport of boxing since 1984. I started as a boxer and advanced quickly. I was lucky enough to have some of the best sparring in the country with 3 top ten pros in my very gym. I am fortunate enough to live near one of the better boxing programs in the country. We have cultivated our facility into the largest Amateur Boxing Gym in the country. In the mid 90's I became a trainer for Golden Gloves. I train amateur and pro fighters. I have worked in many corners at USA and Golden Glove tournaments. I have worked corners in pro bouts on HBO and ESPN cards. My friend, boss and coach is the former President of Golden Gloves and I trained under his tutelage.
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I am a certified Golden Gloves/USA Boxing Coach. I am also a licensed to work pro bouts in several states.
Education/Credentials
College, Pro Licenses, USA Boxing Certified, Certified Judge/Referee, Certified Fitness Trainer
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