Working Out The Core/Back/Flexibility

Discussion in 'Boxing Training' started by Kamil, Dec 11, 2007.

  1. Kamil

    Kamil Guest

    Many people i know don't work on these 3 things, my question is

    Does working Core/Back/Flexibility build benefits for boxers? and if so what benefits it bring?
    And Different Yoga activities benefits for boxers?
     
  2. MrSmall

    MrSmall Member Full Member

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    It's fLexibility.
    Low back few people work out properly, and it is very improtant.
     
  3. amy

    amy If you know what I mean Full Member

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    Pilates
     
  4. Kamil

    Kamil Guest

    can u go into detail? why its very important?
     
  5. Johnboy2007

    Johnboy2007 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Id also like to know some good back upper and lower exercises (i dont use weight machines) but i do obv the usual body weight exercises the only time i feel my back has worked out is when im using the heavy bag
     
  6. Des

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    We do alot of core exercises in the gym, because is really improves your punching power and body movement.
    we do stuff like this:

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    the 3 exercises above are good to combine with push-ups

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  7. Akxtinguish

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    It's not only important, it's probably one of the most important.

    The core strength is what will keep you on your feet in a boxing match. Without core strength you will fall to the ground like a sack of potatoes. You'll also be a very open target for body shots, because your opponent can hit you pretty much wherever he wants knowing that you can't take the blow.

    Your defence is pretty much inexistant without core strength/flexibility. These are the main components required for a good boxing defence.

    If you take some time and just practice dodging non-stop for 5-10 minutes, you'll see how important core strength and flexibility are.

    Watch fighters like Naseem Hamed or Flloyd Mayweather, and try to imitate their defensive movement. In fact, try and re-inact one round of theirs and you'll see just how much you'll be relying on flexibility and core strength.

    Without these two important factors, you can never be a boxer. You would be knocked out in the first round of any match.
     
  8. gav_114

    gav_114 New Member Full Member

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    completly agree core strengh isnt just important for boxers and sports persons but everyone, anyone who complains about lower back problems should start at their core strenght first
     
  9. amy

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    We do a lot of these at out gym as well. :thumbsup
     
  10. MrSmall

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    Glute ham raise.
    Reverse Hypers.