What is the ideal physique for a boxer to have?

Butterbean

 

Slim, toned core. Strong and conditioned lats. Slim arms. Strong shoulders. Strong and conditioned thighs and calves (not necessarily big). This is what I would say, however, everyone has a different build (Ectomorph, Mesomorph and endomorph).

Deadlifts, squats, row, shoulders are some of the weight exercises boxers should be doing. This is along with their explosive work and their bodyweight work.

 

According to the Arc of Boxing a boxer should resemble a collegiate wrestler or a gymnast

i think that is about accurate

 

I didn't say heavy weights, not every weight has to be heavy. A lot of injuries are caused by bad technique. Take a look at Fury's deadlift video that was posted on here a few weeks back, that is an example of how not to deadlift.

 

I think having too much muscles will instead be a detriment to a fighter.

It will affect stamina due to oxygen needed by a lot of muscles so breathing would be much heavier as the fight goes on. Plus, having too much muscles affects flexibility.

So basically, toned down.

 

Disagree all you like, but his technique was poor. If he carries on like that, he may suffer an injury.

 

Holyfield at cruiserweight looks just about perfectly proportioned (no homo)

 

I think Pacquiao at Light Welter-ish had a great physique, looked very well even (if not a bit leg heavy).. I think balance is most important. Guys like Tye Fields obviously suffer from their muscle, as does Butterbean from his fat.

 

its hard as there's been a range. i think as well proportioned as can be to alow for good outside and inside fighting. Something like holyfield at cruiser. lennox at heavy,