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QuestionHow can I get better at bobbing and weaving for boxing?David Engel is a Muay Thai Instructor and Self Defense Trainer based in the San Francisco Bay Area. With over 15 years of martial arts instruction and training experience, David runs California Martial Athletics with co-owner Joe Chernay. He has created and maintained martial arts programs at Rise Combat Sports in San Francisco and Round 5 Martial Arts Academy in San Leandro, with a mission to provide students with a level of comfort and competency that manifests both within and outside the martial arts context. He is also a registered cornerman for amateur and pro competitors under the IKF (International Kickboxing Federation). David was the youngest apprentice instructor of the Thai Boxing Association of America under Ajarn Chai Sirisute (2009), and was a top-ranked amateur competitor in his weight class (127-130 lb) in California between 2013 and 2015.Good bob and weave really comes from having strong legs and good balance. So any plyometric work will be good for this. Jump squats, sprints, hill sprints, and skipping rope are all good for this. Jumping rope is especially good, since it will also help you develop balance too.
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QuestionWhat are the benefits of sparring?David Engel is a Muay Thai Instructor and Self Defense Trainer based in the San Francisco Bay Area. With over 15 years of martial arts instruction and training experience, David runs California Martial Athletics with co-owner Joe Chernay. He has created and maintained martial arts programs at Rise Combat Sports in San Francisco and Round 5 Martial Arts Academy in San Leandro, with a mission to provide students with a level of comfort and competency that manifests both within and outside the martial arts context. He is also a registered cornerman for amateur and pro competitors under the IKF (International Kickboxing Federation). David was the youngest apprentice instructor of the Thai Boxing Association of America under Ajarn Chai Sirisute (2009), and was a top-ranked amateur competitor in his weight class (127-130 lb) in California between 2013 and 2015.Sparring helps you improve your speed and the accuracy of your punches. It'll also help you improve your lateral movements.
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QuestionHow do I make my punches faster?Community AnswerYou need to work on a speed bag, as well as developing more strength in your arms and wrists.
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QuestionI'm 26. I have just started boxing and want to make career of this. Is it too late to make this decision?Community AnswerNo, anytime is good, although you will be training for a while. Expect to train for 6 months or more.
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QuestionHow can I hit with speed and power at the same time?Community AnswerSwing your arm quickly with all your might. Punch through your target, don't just tap it. Practice with a sparring partner to perfect your technique.
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QuestionI'd like to join a boxing tournament and gain more training. Where should I go?Community AnswerSign up for classes at your local boxing gym. They should be able to help you improve your technique and direct you to boxing tournaments in your area.
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QuestionIs it too late to compete in boxing if I am 30 years old and out of shape?Community AnswerIt's never too late to start! Talk to a personal trainer and boxing gym coach about how you can improve your diet and lifestyle to prepare for a boxing career.
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