rock climbing??

Discussion in 'Boxing Training' started by fairy-dust, May 21, 2010.

  1. fairy-dust

    fairy-dust New Member Full Member

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    what do u guys think about rock climbing will that have any possitive effects or will it be negative because im thinking about including it in a plan only if its a possitive thing
     
  2. viru§™

    viru§™ Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    You mean boxing performance? I can't see it affecting that at all. Your upper body will get stronger and you'll have a ****ing strong grip after a while but that's about it.
     
  3. fairy-dust

    fairy-dust New Member Full Member

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    thats cool then im gunna include a big of that in my run tomorrow then..i just better hope i dont fall off haha:lol::lol::lol::lol:
     
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    It will be good for your core strength, flexibility, grip and forearm strength. Sounds like a fun activity as well.
     
  5. The_Hammer

    The_Hammer New Member Full Member

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    I've been rock climbing since I was very very small, about 4. Rock, ice, mountaineering, sport and trad. My dad is very good at it, and used to take me all the time.

    As far as boxing benefits, your grip strength will improve alot, which will translate a little bit into power as you can make a tighter fist. You will benefit a little in terms of coordination and weight distribution. Mostly, it is a really fun way to work all the pullup muscles, and will get you stronger shoulders, back and a little biceps, which are all important upper body muscles for boxing. Also, climbing will encourage you to be lighter (strength to weight) and get to a better weight class. If you choose to climb outdoors, you will also have to do some pretty serious approach hikes with a pack, which is beneficial to your endurance.

    However it certainly isn't the most efficient way to improve your fitness. If you enjoy it it's a really fun hobby and will get you out and enjoying nature, but it is also expensive and time consuming.

    If you really love it, go for it! Sure won't hurt you.
     
  6. fairy-dust

    fairy-dust New Member Full Member

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    theres a big park about 15 miles from where i live and ill get my uncle to drop me off there the park has big rocks there and hills thats where im going to start running and everything ive heard about this rock climbing sounds good im thinking of making it a regular thing if i can afford it all cheers for the feedback everyone i appreciate it
     
  7. scrap

    scrap Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Rockclimbing can Kill, make no mistake. But great for all the forementioned