How long do you shadow box a day?

In my Muay Thai class, I just shadowbox for about 3 to 4 Rounds. Shadowboxing is great for getting your footwork down and working on your handspeed.

Generally in my Muay Thai class, our instructor has us do this:
- 1st Round of Shadowboxing: Focus on footwork.
- 2nd Round of Shadowboxing: Focus on boxing.
- 3rd Round of Shadowboxing: Focus on boxing + kicking.
- 4th Round of Shadowboxing (optional): Focus on boxing + kicking + knees.

I wouldn't recommend doing for hours on end tho. Some of the Thai fighters that I've met like to shadowbox for 30 minutes before their workout and for 30 minutes after their workout (for a total of 1 hour per training session).

 

i think shadowboxing is one of the most underated training methods around. in an ideal wprld everyone should do it everyday for 15 mins.

 

While we're on the topic, I don't shadow box with handweights any more. If I want some resistance I use my gloves instead. The weight is distributed all around your hand and wrist instead of just in your palm so it feels a little different, it's also more realistic to how you will feel punching in a fight.

 

but when you use the resistance tubing it doesnt feel gay, **** it makes you almost feel invincible

 

I hate shadow boxing feels very gay and everyone stares

 

I usually do three rounds as a warm up. One round focusing on footwork with 3 pound weights, one focusing on footwork and punching with two pound weights, and one focused mostly on punching and head movement with one pound weights. The gradual reduction in weight makes my hands feel lighter and faster by the time I get to the heavy bag. I also do a round of light shadow boxing as a warm down.

 

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rClGIHRUiWg[/ame]

good vid on shadow boxing

 

Thats because you look very gay and box like a ******.

 

Very important exercise, helps with your Muscle Memory when you're in the ring.

 

Id say it depends on what your trainer has you working on. Shadowbox until you've made some improvement that you think may stick and be permanent and then keep going another few rounds and let it sink in. Do it again tomorrow...wash rinse and repeat.