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If your out to learn how to take a punch as well as how to throw then you need to get in the ring imho because its alright punching a punchbag or a speedball but when someones throwing them right back at you technique can sometimes go out the window if you panic.

So without getting in the ring and sparring you wont know what its going ot be like.

Just my opinion of course ;)
 
In my skinny teenage days I sparred at Light Heavyweight. I didn't compete for a couple of reasons, mostly due to beer and the fact I didn't have the talent needed to make a living from it, but it's an awesome way to keep fit. If you know a gym, walk in, ask the usual questions such as how many £££'s, what classes are there [most will have them] and just talk to people. Once you get over the first hurdle and people see you're a fan of the sport I'm sure you'll be made welcome.

As for not mixing it with other boxers, it's important to spar for a number of reasons. Defence is a skill that can save your life, so learn it. Taking a punch trains you to take more [either by tension, blocking or slipping] which makes defending yourself a far easier task.

Remember though, don't not do it for fear of fighting. It is an option and the classes are geared for people wanting to learn the sport but not tangle with some monster grinning at you like you're some rabbit about to be shot.
 
when i first went boxing it was great learned how to punch properly and defend myself properly dont go anymore but im sure these moves will come in useful sometime soon
 
I still get up to my club at least once a week, I work 12-9 quite often during the week though.

Its a great way to get fit, although if you want to compete it takes a lot of commitment. Not just to get fit but to get your technique and timing good enough.

In a decent club they will let you join in their training session (usually go for a run or sprints or something, bag work, circuits, a bit of sparring or technique work). All they will expect is you give your best, and they will probably give you some one on one work to get your stance and guard sorted, then as time goes on get you doing some pad work. It comes with time and practice.

I had two fights when I was 17, then my grandad went into hospital and various things happened and I went to uni.

Sparring is a must if you go to a boxing gym, you will only really learn when you get in the ring with somebody. I'll be honest, I'm a big lump and I'm not too bad (used to spar with three England internationals who are now pro's) even though I'd been out of it for years but its natural to be scared.

Its how you deal with it that matters.
 
The_One said:
Have you considered Muay Thai (Thai Boxing)

You might find it more rewarding then just throwing some punches at a punchback. :)
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Theres just as much technique to boxing as there is Thai boxing, although it lacks the leg attacks the upper body is more detailed.


You don't just hit a heavy bag... ;)
 
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