STRONG ABS

Boxing is a skill sport. It is also a sport that requires a lot of conditioning. All boxers do the road work, which means running, and most boxers will do at least a 5-mile run every day especially if they are preparing for a fight.

I personally like to do interval running because as a fighter you must pattern your training after the physical demand of the sport. Why spend all your time doing aerobics when the sport is primarily anaerobic? Plus, you can burn a lot of calories.

Another great exercise that all boxers do is jump rope. It helps build a lean strong body, good for coordination, agility and foot work, and boosts endurance like nearly no other exercise. Shadow boxing is one of the best ways to practice movement and foot work as a boxer. Plus, it’s more tiring than you can imagine. Also, ab exercises are very important for a boxer not only to get a six pack but to be able to take a punch to the body. Another great exercise for a boxer is swimming, and helps you get your heart rate up without placing much stress on the body. I’d also suggest battle ropes as they help develop power, strength and endurance and they are fantastic for stability and mobility. Finally, for weight training, a boxer needs to focus on compound movement such as deadlifts and squats, which works the entire body.