8oz Boxing Gloves: Uses, Limitations, and When to Choose Them
Eight-ounce boxing gloves are primarily used in professional and amateur boxing competitions for lighter weight classes and by experienced practitione...
By Jordan
Category: Combat Sports Training
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Sparring Gloves on a Punching Bag: Risks, Differences, and Best Practices
Using sparring gloves on a punching bag is generally not recommended due to their softer padding, increased weight, and less rigid wrist support, whic...
By Alex
Double End Bag: Techniques, Benefits, and Advanced Drills
To effectively hit a double end bag, focus on developing fluid rhythm, precise timing, and sharp hand-eye coordination by striking with snapping punch...
By Hart
Punch Lab Alternatives: Digital Tools, Traditional Methods, and Comprehensive Training Strategies
Alternatives to Punch Lab for heavy bag workouts include dedicated wearable strike trackers, smart heavy bags, VR training, mobile apps, and tradition...
By Jordan
Speed Bag vs. Double End Bag: Choosing the Right Tool for Your Striking Skills
Neither the speed bag nor the double end bag is inherently better; instead, they serve distinct, complementary purposes in developing specific boxing ...
By Hart
Double-Ended Punching Bag: Setup, Benefits, Drills, and Advanced Training
To effectively use a double-ended punching bag, focus on proper setup, mastering basic striking and defensive drills, and progressively incorporating ...
By Jordan
Haymaker Cross: Understanding This Inefficient Punch and Its Risks
A "haymaker cross" is a colloquial term for a poorly executed, wide, and looping punch that attempts to mimic a cross but lacks the precisio...
By Hart
Elbow Strikes: Understanding, Technique, and Benefits
A powerful elbow strike, often referred to as an "elbow kick," is performed by initiating full-body rotation from the lower body and core, t...
By Hart
Punching Technique: Mastering Hip Rotation for Power, Speed, and Injury Prevention
Hip rotation in punching involves initiating force from the ground, pivoting the rear foot, driving the rear hip forward, and engaging the core to tra...
By Jordan
