Newbie to the site and boxing

trip09 · 12-29-2009, 03:58 PM

Hello folks. I'm taking a beginner "class" next week in the art of boxing.

I'm 32 years old and in pretty decent shape, but I'm looking for something a little more interesting to keep me working out and focused. Plus, well dont tell my wife, but I'm looking forward to stepping in the ring and learning whatever I can and see how far I can go.

Obviously I have a lot of questions as I am brand new but I think my biggest concern up front is my speed. I play softball all summer and fall and while I'm not the slowest guy to run the bags, I'm far from the fastest. I know running and boxing are two totally different concepts and even a different type of cardio, but how much do you guys think a lack of that type of speed will affect me in the ring and is it something I can develop?

Thanks guys. I cant wait to start learning all of this and picking your brains for knowledge.

trip

Johnboy2007 · 12-29-2009, 04:22 PM

Go to the class first mate, concentrate your best on learning the technique and skill side of it and speed and power come after. Work hard and enjoy it

trip09 · 12-29-2009, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Johnboy2007

Go to the class first mate, concentrate your best on learning the technique and skill side of it and speed and power come after. Work hard and enjoy it

THanks for the quick response. I'm going to go see what their Wednesday class is all about but I've got some other stuff going on so I cant stay the whole time.

We dont have many boxing clubs in the area so once I get some experience I will be training at home a lot. They spar two nights a week as well as the class on Wednesday. I'm not even sure what to expect but I'm sure I will know after tomorrow night.

El Puma · 12-29-2009, 07:51 PM

So.....can we start greeting the newbs here like we do in the lounge?

cheech · 12-30-2009, 12:41 AM

no

El Puma · 12-30-2009, 01:11 AM

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no

damn you

trip09 · 12-30-2009, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by El Puma

damn you

Well, now I'm curious. Going to check out a training session tonight. I'm stoked.

Johnboy2007 · 12-30-2009, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by trip09

Well, now I'm curious. Going to check out a training session tonight. I'm stoked.

enjoy let us know how you get on

trip09 · 01-06-2010, 09:49 PM

WEll, due to weather and my ever changing schedule, I finally made it to watch the boxing class this evening. There were actually only two people there which I thought was pretty cool. There was a lot of one-on-one time with the trainer. Then they sparred for 3, 2 minute rounds. I think this kind fo took me by suprise as I always thought sparring involved wearing headgear??? Am I wrong on that? The only reason I am concerned is that I have a pretty high profile job and I'm sure me coming in with my face all beat to a pulp would not go over well.

Aside from that, I'm jumping in head first next week. I've been running long distance a lot and doing some sprint work for the past couple months. I have to say though, I can see my legs giving up after one two minute round of that stuff. It was nonstop moving, sticking, trading punches and more dancing around the ring. Man, I cant wait to run through the gauntlet!

vibit · 01-06-2010, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by trip09

WEll, due to weather and my ever changing schedule, I finally made it to watch the boxing class this evening. There were actually only two people there which I thought was pretty cool. There was a lot of one-on-one time with the trainer. Then they sparred for 3, 2 minute rounds. I think this kind fo took me by suprise as I always thought sparring involved wearing headgear??? Am I wrong on that? The only reason I am concerned is that I have a pretty high profile job and I'm sure me coming in with my face all beat to a pulp would not go over well.

Aside from that, I'm jumping in head first next week. I've been running long distance a lot and doing some sprint work for the past couple months. I have to say though, I can see my legs giving up after one two minute round of that stuff. It was nonstop moving, sticking, trading punches and more dancing around the ring. Man, I cant wait to run through the gauntlet!

I'd definitely wear the head protection. Even if you don't end up with bruises, those gloves can be pretty abrasive and could also cut you. And you definitely want to minimize the risk of a concussion. So in addition to handwraps/gloves, you have your mouth guard and headgear to always wear. Plus maybe some groin protection if you have any Golota-wannabes in your gym.

paloalto00 · 01-06-2010, 11:03 PM

that gym must not be a very good one if they aren't sparring with headgear...

trip09 · 01-07-2010, 08:58 AM

The gym mostly trains MMA guys but they include boxing classes. I think at least one of the guys was MMA. Still though, I dont understand why they risk injury just for practice? To me, that's like banging your head against the wall several times just to show someone, or yourself, you can take it. These guys have some bouts under their belts already too. I dont get it.

scurlaruntings · 01-14-2010, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by trip09

The gym mostly trains MMA guys but they include boxing classes. I think at least one of the guys was MMA. Still though, I dont understand why they risk injury just for practice? To me, that's like banging your head against the wall several times just to show someone, or yourself, you can take it. These guys have some bouts under their belts already too. I dont get it.

Its an MMA thing dude.. The thick eyebrows dense skulls close together eyes and squillions of tats are normally the give away.

thejokerswild · 01-15-2010, 02:02 AM

Good to see the enthusiasm.

I'd be a little concerned if they are trading shots without headgear on but at walk in stage I imagine you're just doing a couple drills on parrys, slipping, blocking etc. It is not the goal of the drill to get hit or try to hit the other person(when you first start anyway) therefore headgear is not necessary.

If it is contact stuff and you think you could get marked then I'd throw on headgear anyway. Even competition style headgear is better than nothing. Just don't forget some vasoline on your face too, this will stop the cuts.

Best of luck training mate, keep us updated.

12-29-2009, 03:58 PM	#1
trip09 newbie Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 16 vCash: 500	Newbie to the site and boxing Hello folks. I'm taking a beginner "class" next week in the art of boxing. I'm 32 years old and in pretty decent shape, but I'm looking for something a little more interesting to keep me working out and focused. Plus, well dont tell my wife, but I'm looking forward to stepping in the ring and learning whatever I can and see how far I can go. Obviously I have a lot of questions as I am brand new but I think my biggest concern up front is my speed. I play softball all summer and fall and while I'm not the slowest guy to run the bags, I'm far from the fastest. I know running and boxing are two totally different concepts and even a different type of cardio, but how much do you guys think a lack of that type of speed will affect me in the ring and is it something I can develop? Thanks guys. I cant wait to start learning all of this and picking your brains for knowledge. trip
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12-29-2009, 04:22 PM	#2
Johnboy2007 Belt holder ESB Addict Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,594 vCash: 1075	Re: Newbie to the site and boxing Go to the class first mate, concentrate your best on learning the technique and skill side of it and speed and power come after. Work hard and enjoy it
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12-29-2009, 07:51 PM	#4
El Puma between rage and serenity East Side VIP Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Between the Alpha and the Omega Posts: 12,040 vCash: 1000	Re: Newbie to the site and boxing So.....can we start greeting the newbs here like we do in the lounge?
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cheech Belt holder ESB Addict Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: USA Posts: 1,557 vCash: 742	Re: Newbie to the site and boxing no
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01-06-2010, 09:49 PM	#9
trip09 newbie Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 16 vCash: 500	Re: Newbie to the site and boxing WEll, due to weather and my ever changing schedule, I finally made it to watch the boxing class this evening. There were actually only two people there which I thought was pretty cool. There was a lot of one-on-one time with the trainer. Then they sparred for 3, 2 minute rounds. I think this kind fo took me by suprise as I always thought sparring involved wearing headgear??? Am I wrong on that? The only reason I am concerned is that I have a pretty high profile job and I'm sure me coming in with my face all beat to a pulp would not go over well. Aside from that, I'm jumping in head first next week. I've been running long distance a lot and doing some sprint work for the past couple months. I have to say though, I can see my legs giving up after one two minute round of that stuff. It was nonstop moving, sticking, trading punches and more dancing around the ring. Man, I cant wait to run through the gauntlet!
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01-06-2010, 11:03 PM	#11
paloalto00 Champion East Side Guru Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 7,175 vCash: 347	Re: Newbie to the site and boxing that gym must not be a very good one if they aren't sparring with headgear...
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01-07-2010, 08:58 AM	#12
trip09 newbie Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 16 vCash: 500	Re: Newbie to the site and boxing The gym mostly trains MMA guys but they include boxing classes. I think at least one of the guys was MMA. Still though, I dont understand why they risk injury just for practice? To me, that's like banging your head against the wall several times just to show someone, or yourself, you can take it. These guys have some bouts under their belts already too. I dont get it.
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01-15-2010, 02:02 AM	#14
thejokerswild P4P King East Side VIP Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Australia Posts: 18,179 vCash: 75	Re: Newbie to the site and boxing Good to see the enthusiasm. I'd be a little concerned if they are trading shots without headgear on but at walk in stage I imagine you're just doing a couple drills on parrys, slipping, blocking etc. It is not the goal of the drill to get hit or try to hit the other person(when you first start anyway) therefore headgear is not necessary. If it is contact stuff and you think you could get marked then I'd throw on headgear anyway. Even competition style headgear is better than nothing. Just don't forget some vasoline on your face too, this will stop the cuts. Best of luck training mate, keep us updated.
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