Q&A for How to Become a Professional Boxer

No, as long as you're fit enough and your body can take it, you can box. However, before starting, you're advised to speak to your GP.

No, there is no minimum height required for boxing. You should focus on your training and technique.

Possibly about a year or so as an amateur, in which time the amateur boxing gives you more experience since it helps without affecting your record. The professional boxing career is then built on top of that and the time will vary depending on your opportunities and skill.

The same as if you were under 22. Go to a boxing gym and start training.

You probably can, depending on the severity of your condition. Physical activity can make your lungs grow stronger. There are many successful asthmatic athletes, like James Harden of the NBA.

Nope, this is a great age to get started, as long as you're willing to make a commitment and work hard.

You can focus on physical capabilities by exercising a lot. When you get stronger and have more stamina and endurance, join a boxing gym to refine techniques, then they can help you to improve.

No. There are no educational requirements to become a boxer, amateur or pro.

Yes, as long as you're in proper physical health, there's no maximum age. It may, however, exclude you from competitions.

Every day you learn something new. You learn new techniques or improve in speed, strength, etc. The training never stops, not until your boxing career is over.

When you turn professional you get paid to fight. You do not make money in amateur boxing.

Yes, but if you wish to spar or fight, you need to get a mouthguard specifically for people with braces.

Any kind, but if you have real tough knuckles, then you can use one with thinner material. If you don't have powerful knuckles, then you would go for a heavier one.

Yes, most trainers can, but you will want a trainer that has previous experience as a fighter, as the tactic can seriously injure you if done improperly.

It depends on the specific competition, but usually there are amateur boxing events for kids as young as 10-12.

I've seen people in amateur in 3 months. For most people it takes 6-12 months. It took me 2 months, but I am 12 years old and an amateur boxing champ. It's mostly about how committed you are to boxing.

Everybody starts at the bottom, that is how it is, that is how it has been forever and that is how it should be. You can't just come into anything and be at the top straight away. You will definitely rise through the levels faster than a real beginner, but you still have to go through the motions. It's also a sign of respect to your new club that you do this. So buckle up, dig in your heels and get to work.

You'll be classed by age, weight, and record initially. You can be an amateur boxer in the US at just 8 years old!

Yes, as long as you're in good physical condition. Starting in your teen years is best, as you'll have more time to learn and gain experience.

The reduction in training time will make it difficult to become a pro boxer.

Don't worry about this! Of course you do have to worry about money and feeding the family, but if you are just starting out, don't worry about becoming famous and rich. Just work hard, if you have the skills and the heart, you'll get there.

Wear protective headgear whenever you can, and adopt a style that doesn't allow for too many blows to the head.

No, this is a great age to get started as long as you're willing to make a commitment and work hard.

Very slim. Boxing is a fading sport. Most people don't know even the biggest boxing stars of today. Mixed martial arts are more popular, but it is still very difficult to become well-known. If you just want to be famous, there are other routes that seem easier and less dangerous to your bodily health.

Yes, but you wouldn't want to wear your glasses during matches, so you would need to get contacts.

Unlike some jobs, you do not need a qualification to become a professional boxer. Yes, you can train at home.

No; you can become an amateur boxer at age eight.

Try to train regularly. Talk to your parents about it. If they approve, find a good gym and start training for the ring.

Yes. Consider doing amateur boxing before going pro to see if it's really what you want to do.

Talk to your trainer, who likely knows someone. If not, look online.