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Boxing training: it's something we've all seen in movies and TV series. From the infamous Rocky series to televised sparring between world class boxers. The gym and boxing ring have become legends in the minds of millions of people around the world. While there are still some risks associated with the sport, for many, this also […]
18 March 2020 ∙ 6 minutes to read
“They got no idea what it is. Boxing is about respect: getting it for yourself, and taking it away from the other guy.” - Eddie, Million Dollar Baby With boxing becoming increasingly popular in the UK, more and more people are choosing to take up the sport. For those that practise it, boxing is a […]
28 November 2019 ∙ 7 minutes to read
“The important thing in life is not victory but combat; it is not to have vanquished but to have fought well.” - Pierre de Coubertin Famous for being one of the most complete sports, boxing involves athleticism, uses almost every muscle in the body, and requires agility, endurance, and core strength. Since the Olympic Games […]
28 November 2019 ∙ 7 minutes to read
“Boxing isn’t just a sport, it’s a way of life.” - Maëlle Pariez Maëlle Pariez is a French boxer and martial artists with a rather good track record. She was the French K-1 champion in 2013, French Thai Boxing Championship runner-up the same year, and the Thai Boxing World Championship runner up in 2015 and […]
28 November 2019 ∙ 6 minutes to read
Do you want to try your hand at the sport of kings? Then look no further! Whether you’re a boxing enthusiast or just looking to get fit, boxing is a great sport for both men and women of all ages.
Superprof has put together the definitive guide to boxing lessons and learning to box for anyone wanting to start boxing classes. Check out of guides to all types of boxing (Thai boxing, shadow boxing, etc.) and find the perfect boxing teacher near you.
The words “ring” and “gloves” will undoubtedly make you think of the world’s most popular combat sports, boxing. An increasing number of people are turning towards boxing each year to let their fists do the talking in the ring and boxing is becoming more popular. Additionally, many people are putting on boxing gloves to get […]
28 November 2019 ∙ 7 minutes to read
So, you’re thinking of starting with kickboxing. Maybe, you’ve looked into kickboxing classes, enthusiastic about throwing a roundhouse kick. Maybe, your pals have told you about the thrills of the kickboxing workout, with its aerobic and cardio workout. Maybe, you’ve seen a kickboxing champion or two perform on the tv – and feel inspired to […]
24 September 2019 ∙ 7 minutes to read
"He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life." Muhammad Ali Women's boxing is an art, at least as much as age-old Karate or Jui Jitsu. This discipline is distinguishable from men's boxing and has specificities of its own. From its history through to its techniques and current practice, here […]
18 March 2019 ∙ 13 minutes to read
'You don’t have to be in a boxing ring to be a great fighter. As long as you are true to yourself, you will succeed in your fight for that in which you believe.'― Muhammad Ali As any boxing enthusiast will know, selecting boxing equipment according to the type of combat sport or martial arts that […]
29 May 2018 ∙ 10 minutes to read
"Boxing is like jazz. The better it is, the less people appreciate it." George Foreman, former world champion and author of this quote, has a fortune estimated at more than 250 million dollars. Boxing is a real business, very lucrative, especially in the United Kingdom and the United States. In 2015, the fight between Pacquiao […]
17 May 2018 ∙ 7 minutes to read
"Everyone can appreciate a loser, especially when he's on the other team!" This quotation could apply to combat sports: although boxing or mixed martial arts are not team sports where one team faces the other, but melee sports, so we especially like when the loser is the other fighter! It is a universal part of […]
21 March 2018 ∙ 9 minutes to read
Learning combat sports at a dojo or boxing ring, and enjoying regular sports practice has multiple benefits to the physical and mental health of practitioners. Among the most popular sports disciplines in contact sports, are martial arts and mixed martial arts (MMA). In boxing, there are boxing variations such as: French boxing, Thai boxing (or […]
21 March 2018 ∙ 7 minutes to read
"It's hard to be humble, when you're as great as I am." Muhammad Ali (1942-2016). Several time world champion boxer in the heavyweight category, Muhammad Ali arouses adoration raised to the rank of adulation, as much as he incites criticism. Even today, the late world champion of boxing ranks at the top as the greatest […]
21 March 2018 ∙ 9 minutes to read
"The more you sweat in the gym, the less you bleed in the ring" Julien Lorcy So you've decided it is time to learning to box, and what better sport than boxing to motivate you to get into shape! Time to join a club and start training for your first bout of sparring against an […]
21 March 2018 ∙ 7 minutes to read
No need to become a world boxing champion or earn loads of money to put your boxing gloves on and get into the ring... Your reasons for wanting to try the sport can be many, ranging all the way from wanting to know how to fight in our increasingly scary world to just needing to […]
21 March 2018 ∙ 8 minutes to read
"Boxing is not always about standing in the middle going toe to toe. It's about poise and grace under extreme pressure." - Peter Berg Is boxing a sport for bullies? Certainly not! We are going to lie to all those who claim that boxing is only about hitting like a nag in order to let […]
21 March 2018 ∙ 10 minutes to read
Boxing is a physical, athletic, and psychological sport. There are a lot of things you’ll need to know about before you start: the types of boxing gloves, the ring, training with a punching bag, hooks, uppercuts, and jabs, for example.
Boxing is a sport that has allowed men and women in boxing clubs all over the country to get together to practise this unique sport.
Boxing is now a key part of staying fit and not just for bodybuilders. It’s a sport where you learn discipline. Boxing is also famous for its discipline and being one of the hardest sports in the world.
This reputations has led to the creation of hybrid sports like Shadow Boxing and Cross boxing, a cross between boxing and cross fit. These are becoming quite popular in gyms across the country.
What’s the goal?
You box either on your own or against a punching bag or speed bag. You don’t have an opponent that’ll punch you back. This helps aspiring boxers to gain muscular definition very quickly!
We often say that boxers are all-round athletes. They do so much more than just working on their punches, their jabs, and hooks, they also:
