Have been boxing on and off for years. been back now for 5 months am serious about it and cant wait to compete in the near future so yes i have boxed.
I injured mine dureing sparring were i took a left hook to the ribs. Was no visible bruising but like you said cant sleep or laugh took about a...
Just do wats easyest for you, dont try to be like someone else. just be yourself when you train and your natural style will come through.