Boxing shoes

Discussion in 'Boxing Training' started by bballchump11, Dec 27, 2011.

  1. maddog12

    maddog12 Guest

    What are the benefits with boxing shoes compared to normal trainers?

    I have never own boxing shoes, but I am considering buying some.
     
  2. Tar Baby

    Tar Baby Well-Known Member Full Member

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    They are usually lighter. I find it easier to move around the ring that with my running trainers.
    My Asics are really comfortable and flexible which allows me to stay on my toes with ease.
    Pivoting to throw shots is also for comfortable to do.
    Also , they look nicer :)
     
  3. megavolt

    megavolt Constantly Shadowboxing Full Member

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    usually from what Ive read itll depend on how you prefer to box. a wrestling type shoe is good if you want that extra grip to add more drive from your legs if you're more of a puncher. a very lightweight shoe is good for if you prefer to move around a lot more.
     
  4. bballchump11

    bballchump11 2011 Poster of the Year Full Member

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    I'm a mix of both, but I probably need to lighter ones more
     
  5. Plenty of advantages, personally the main thing i found when i bought my first pair was the massive difference it made when jumping rope.
     
  6. Dio

    Dio Well-Known Member Full Member

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    I wear size 17 shoes :deal
     
  7. rodney

    rodney Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Nike has a few real good ones for about $100
     
  8. digit

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    I bought a pair and they are in transit a I type!
     
  9. JDK

    JDK Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Those Lonsdale look sweet. Try different online stores before making a choice though. Title MMA has had some good deals lately.

    P.S. Don't mind the MMA part lol.. they have awesome boxing equipment too.
     
  10. megavolt

    megavolt Constantly Shadowboxing Full Member

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    well its not just weight, but also the rigidity of the sole and ankle as well that are factors in shoes. Or you can be like jones and dgaf it- he wore his own shoes (rjj jordans) which are like bricks on your feet from what Ive heard, yet he still did his business
     
  11. P.4.P.G.O.A.T.

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    cheech Well-Known Member Full Member

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    the main benefit is the side support. the cross training shoe has virtually no support for side movements which is something that is done very often in boxing. The only thing I don't like is the arch support. I don't feel comfortable with no arches so I have customized inserts.
     
  13. boxon123

    boxon123 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Runners are made for moving in a straight line but are useless for boxing.