The topic of overtraining is kind of a touchy subject in pretty much any sport out there, but so is in boxing. Overtraining is definitely a real thing that happens to many fighters who try to make best of themselves. On this article i talk about how you can change the way you train and…
It’s logical to think that if you sweat whilst boxing, more specifically hitting the heavy bag, pads, when sparring, that it probably means you’re actually working hard, but that’s not always the case.
Oh man, that feeling. Noodle arms, heavy legs, pumping heart, you name it, that’s the nerves kicking in. I’m pretty sure you hate that just like the majority of boxers out there, especially as a beginner. The good thing is that it can be managed, so read on if you want to tame that beast.
Shoulder injuries are probably the worst in the boxing industry, as they take a long time to heal and can limit a lot of your punching ability. Sometimes you might just get hit there, get a bruise, rest a week and you’re good to go, but sadly shoulder dislocation, or in other words, popping out,…
It’s not a surprise that boxing is a sport of many injuries, but when it comes to your hands, they’re definitely the most important tool in your arsenal. Hands can also be injured in many ways, but one in particular that seems to appear from time to time again, especially to beginners, is cut, skinned…
Jaw injuries in the sport of boxing come in many shapes and forms – sometimes it’s just the jaw, other it’s also the ear, or even the side you haven’t been punched in! Surprisingly, it can also appear from not getting punched at all – usually the cause of this problem is because you either…
Lower back pain can not only persist in our day to day life, but even during activities such as boxing. There are many reason why lower back could cause pain when working on your punches, but thankfully many of them can be treated or at least relieved with simple stretches and exercises.
Mouthguards are important to use in many sports, but when it comes down to boxing, it’s essential. It cushions our teeth during impact, protects against jaw and neck injuries, not to mention the tongue. It is clear that there are two types of mouthguards on the market, double and single, but the question is, which’s…
Headaches are a nuisance in an every day life, but when it comes down to getting them after a sparring session it can be dangerous sign.
Heavy bags are used for training purposes not just in gyms only – offices, basements and even apartments are often times a place to hang this training bag. The problem is that hitting such a thing can cause quite a bit of noise, and become bothersome for your neighbors, or even your family, but thankfully…