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Boxing Anonymous
Hey /fit/, after a pretty solid workout this morning I had a passing idea. "Hey, why don't I give a boxing class a shot this summer?"

It sounds interesting. I did some brief research about any local clubs and found two. Neither have a website, so I'll have to wait until I'm back home to investigate further (foreign exchange student...kinda)

What can you tell me about this sort of thing? I'm looking to kind of use it as an addition to my fitness routine. Doesn't have to be boxing necessarily, but something like that I suppose.

If it matters, I'm 6'5", about 170 pounds (haven't had access to a scale since Christmas) and I'm in pretty solid shape. I have had a little experience with fighting but that was years ago, and more of street fights. I'd rather have something positive and structured if I'm going to be fighting someone.

So, what do you have to tell me?
>> Anonymous
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lolz, "street fights"
>> Anonymous
Hey mate,
I only recently got back into boxing this year after a break due to a work injury. I only started last year but from my experience it's been one of the best things (if not the best thing) I have done in my life.

This is just my opinion, but boxing is a real confidence booster and much more fun than just working out. I get a real rush from being in the ring and there is nothing like seeing all your hard work make you fitter and stronger and also a more competent fighter (in terms of boxing that is, I don't want to start a "Which martial art is best" thread).

I really appreciate boxing as a sport. And in my opinion it is the best sport, also makes you fucking fit. You just need to find a good place to do it and the most expensive place is not necessarily the best. When beginning IMO it's best to find a place with good people who take the time to help you and a place with as fewer posers as possible. You want the other boxers to help you out. From there you can go as far as you want.

Good Luck Mate.
>> Anonymous
>>60261
That's where they happened! Don't do drugs! And if you do do drugs, definitely don't sell them! Or help sell them. Just stay away from drugs.
>>60262
Thanks for the tips! I'm really excited to get back to the states and check out the two places near me. I wonder if my college has some boxing courses or something? I will look into it.
>> Anonymous
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Boxing Rocks!!!!
>> Anonymous
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It sure does
>> Hammerknife !7ITukp3Pj2
Nothing wrong with boxing, just keep in mind that boxing with gloves won't teach you how to fight bare handed out of the ring.
>> Anonymous
>>60259

It's one of the best things you'll ever do. But I'd refrain from thinking of it on terms street fights. Boxing is not the same as street fighting, even if it is a good form of self-defense.

If it's of any interest to you, Jack Dempsey's book isn't a bad starting point for all the basic movements, or failing that, an interesting look into the mind of a great boxer. It's still on /rs/ now.

http://rapidshare.com/files/100398669/championship_fighting_by_jack_dempsey__1950_.pdf.html
>> Hammerknife !7ITukp3Pj2
>>60276

Reading books ain't gonna teach you technique. You learn technique and footwork from a fighter.
>> Anonymous
>>60275
And not many other sports will either.
>> Anonymous
>>60275
It's give you a better idea then sitting at home on the computer.
>> Anonymous
>>60278

Definitely. It's nothing compared to learning from experience, but I thought it can't hurt to spur the interest.
>> Anonymous
>>60284
True
>> Anonymous
>>60275
A 4 years younger version of me could handle himself, boxing could only help.

Plus, health benefits!! Cardio! Strength!
>> Anonymous
boxing is great, teaches you at least the mental conditioning to take a punch. Many people have never been punched in the face, and have no concept of tucking chin, head movement or footwork, or just how it feels to get rocked.

Realistically, these things can at least help you become harder to hit if you see a big sucker punch coming in the real world- but only once they are muscle memorised (eg after years of training). And even then, without concept of positional wrestling or checking kicks you are not going to be doing much in a fight.

Conditioning and handspeed is great, so is the implied foot dexterity you gain- epic dancing. At 6'5 170 TS is built for boxing.
>> Anonymous
>>60323

To add to that, I say I've never seen anyone hit harder, faster than a boxer. Sure, fights outside of the ring are on a different playing field with no rules. But the basics stick with you.
>> Anonymous
>>60323
I've been punched in the face many times, and I know the importance of tucking the chin. I've gotten my shit tossed a few times. It fucking hurts. I don't know much about head movement or footwork, and even with that little experience I have getting punched in the face I know I have a lot to learn.

I dunno what you meant by epic dancing but I can dance up a motherfucking storm on the floor =P

Good to hear I'm built for boxing, I suppose that's cool!
>> Anonymous
shoulder roll, inswing cutter, bolo punch, triple jab lead hook, rear hook from the right straight, lateral movement, motherfuckinguppercut, pivoting off the jab, planting your feet as you throw- shits so fantastic its like fapping dry your whole life then discovering lube the same day you win the lottery and your dick grows a few inches.
>> Anonymous
Have you thought about kickboxing?
>> Anonymous
>>60340

Boxing is real fun man.

Just a piece of advice, but if you haven't skipped rope in a while, you probably want to start doing it ASAP.

Boxing is a great sport, if you are a geek, it's even better! Nothing better than all the science behind boxing.
>> Anonymous
NEVER BACK DOWN