how wide/narrow is the learning curve for boxing?

FightingIgorot · 10-28-2012, 02:58 PM

Just recently got into boxing and it seems to have a pretty narrow learning curve compared to the other sports/martial arts I did (wrestling, judo). Boxing is extremely extremely intricate with the smallest movements but the fundamentals are simple.

It seems that a guy could go into boxing in his 20's or so and still have a good chance at being successful at it and reaching the top. Stamina, natural timing/reflexes, etc. could possibly overcome technique.

This differs from say wrestling where you're pretty much gonna get f'ed in the A if you start anywhere past freshman year of high school because of all the techniques used that others have already got down in elementary.

Discuss.

viru§™ · 10-28-2012, 03:34 PM

What is there to discuss? As with anything learned it always comes down to the practitioner and their ability.

brown bomber · 10-28-2012, 05:12 PM

Having moved from boxing to grappling... Boxing is a lot simpler to learn the basics... Getting good is another thing!

StillWill · 10-29-2012, 04:07 AM

Get in there with a pro and you may re evaluate your theory

RDJ · 10-29-2012, 05:31 PM

The basics are simple. Three punches and a few different methods of defence for each. Then there's movement, ring intelligence, etc. It still takes a pretty special athlete to start late and end up anywhere near the top.

Stamina and timing can not overcome technique. Because at the top you'll meet someone who has stamina, timing and technique.

RDJ · 10-29-2012, 05:34 PM

In fact you'll meet those people far below the top as well. Perhaps you should try reaching the top of your district first, you may have to reevaluate your theory. Seeing that you're from Cali, I think you'd be in for a large amount of very painful surprises.

ROACH · 10-29-2012, 06:27 PM

Look at Mayfield for instance. Plenty of athleticism and stamina, but as soon as he gets in with a schooled fighter like Garcia for instance, he will be a highlight reel KO victim.

EDIT: I just checked his post history. This kid is a troll. He probably never stepped foot in a boxing ring.

withoutwire · 10-29-2012, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ROACH

Look at Mayfield for instance. Plenty of athleticism and stamina, but as soon as he gets in with a schooled fighter like Garcia for instance, he will be a highlight reel KO victim.

EDIT: I just checked his post history. This kid is a troll. He probably never stepped foot in a boxing ring.

I don't even know where to start.

orriray59 · 10-29-2012, 08:53 PM

A good chance at being successful? The percentage of people who make it in boxing among all aspiring boxers is very low, I'd imagine. People who first see the inside of a boxing gym in their 20's is even lower.

Sergio Martinez did it, but he's been in shape all his life. He's a talented athlete with incredible athleticism and uncanny natural ability for boxing. He's a rare specimen.

The fact is, although the fundamentals in boxing are relatively basic and simple, putting it all together against another person who's trying to beat the shit out of you, it becomes much more complex. Boxing is full of complexities.

You don't just learn the basics and off you go to hand out ass kicking's.

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FightingIgorot newbie Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 7 vCash: 500	how wide/narrow is the learning curve for boxing? Just recently got into boxing and it seems to have a pretty narrow learning curve compared to the other sports/martial arts I did (wrestling, judo). Boxing is extremely extremely intricate with the smallest movements but the fundamentals are simple. It seems that a guy could go into boxing in his 20's or so and still have a good chance at being successful at it and reaching the top. Stamina, natural timing/reflexes, etc. could possibly overcome technique. This differs from say wrestling where you're pretty much gonna get f'ed in the A if you start anywhere past freshman year of high school because of all the techniques used that others have already got down in elementary. Discuss.
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viru§™ Belt holder ESB Addict Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 3,691 vCash: 1000	Re: how wide/narrow is the learning curve for boxing? What is there to discuss? As with anything learned it always comes down to the practitioner and their ability.
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RDJ Gent And Scholar East Side VIP Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: I'm not your buddy, pal. Posts: 32,578 vCash: 202	Re: how wide/narrow is the learning curve for boxing? The basics are simple. Three punches and a few different methods of defence for each. Then there's movement, ring intelligence, etc. It still takes a pretty special athlete to start late and end up anywhere near the top. Stamina and timing can not overcome technique. Because at the top you'll meet someone who has stamina, timing and technique.
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RDJ Gent And Scholar East Side VIP Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: I'm not your buddy, pal. Posts: 32,578 vCash: 202	Re: how wide/narrow is the learning curve for boxing? In fact you'll meet those people far below the top as well. Perhaps you should try reaching the top of your district first, you may have to reevaluate your theory. Seeing that you're from Cali, I think you'd be in for a large amount of very painful surprises.
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ROACH Belt holder ESB Addict Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 2,219 vCash: 500	Re: how wide/narrow is the learning curve for boxing? Look at Mayfield for instance. Plenty of athleticism and stamina, but as soon as he gets in with a schooled fighter like Garcia for instance, he will be a highlight reel KO victim. EDIT: I just checked his post history. This kid is a troll. He probably never stepped foot in a boxing ring.
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orriray59 weird East Side VIP Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: The Green Isle Posts: 13,250 vCash: 82	Re: how wide/narrow is the learning curve for boxing? A good chance at being successful? The percentage of people who make it in boxing among all aspiring boxers is very low, I'd imagine. People who first see the inside of a boxing gym in their 20's is even lower. Sergio Martinez did it, but he's been in shape all his life. He's a talented athlete with incredible athleticism and uncanny natural ability for boxing. He's a rare specimen. The fact is, although the fundamentals in boxing are relatively basic and simple, putting it all together against another person who's trying to beat the shit out of you, it becomes much more complex. Boxing is full of complexities. You don't just learn the basics and off you go to hand out ass kicking's.
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