Technique

I’ve tried a lot of intense sports, like squash, rowing, and endurance running. I can safely say that none chew me up and spit me out quite like an hour of boxing. It’s cardio, it’s strength, it’s psychological, it’s endurance. … Read more

If, like me, you’ve ever taken a blow to a kidney, you’ll know that these are sensitive organs! Kidneys are vital to our health but are also fragile. So, are kidney punches illegal in boxing or are they fair game? … Read more

This is the easiest article I’ve ever written. Seriously. Starting boxing in 2016 changed my life in so many positive ways. It transformed me from an unhealthy, anxious, and erratic boy, into a calm, confident, and fit man. If you’re … Read more

The name is very misleading…A rabbit punch might sound soft and harmless but it’s actually a nasty nasty blow that can cause devastating injuries. So, what is a rabbit punch in boxing? Is it illegal? Why is it so dangerous? … Read more

It can be frustrating to watch. A fight is in full flow. Punches are flying. But then a boxer dives forward and clinches his opponent, breaking up the action. The crowd groans in disapproval. Despite being controversial and disliked by … Read more

One of the more unusual tricks in a boxer’s toolkit is Vaseline. Before and during fights, it’s very common to see cutmen or trainers applying dollops of this semi-solid gunk to their boxer’s face. This simple strategy can actually make … Read more

Every session of my boxing training starts and ends with a round of shadow boxing. Without fail. This fundamental but simple training exercise has been used by all the greats of the sports. So, what is shadow boxing? What are … Read more

Defending against one punch is usually fairly straightforward. Defending against a flurry, a combination, is a whole different challenge. A well-executed blistering combo can unlock a fight and down your opponent. Boxing combinations usually consist of between two to five … Read more