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		<title>Site of the Month for September 2011</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Site of the Month for September 2011 talks of Boxing Resources. About Boxing provides information and resources on boxing schedules, boxing teams, websites, boxing training, boxing class, boxing gym, boxing clubs, boxing equipments, boxing chats and forums, boxing organizations and more.]]></description>
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Site of the Month for September 2011 talks of <a href="http://www.aboutboxing.info/">Boxing Resources</a>. About Boxing provides information and resources on boxing schedules, boxing teams, websites, boxing training, boxing class, boxing gym, boxing clubs, boxing equipments, boxing chats and forums, boxing organizations and more.</p>
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		<title>Knowing about Women Boxing Shoes</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 06:45:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Boxing is considered as a man&#8217;s sport. But this thinking pattern has been changed with the entering of women in this field, and this has been increasing with the passage of time. Due to the entrance of women in this game, has gained much popularity. The manufactures had started manufacturing women boxing equipment just like [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Boxing is considered as a man&#8217;s sport. But this thinking pattern has been changed with the entering of women in this field, and this has been increasing with the passage of time. Due to the entrance of women in this game, has gained much popularity. The manufactures had started manufacturing women boxing equipment just like men. The same is true with woman boxing shoes.</p>
<p>The boxing shoes are now a style quotient for women. Along with the expertise in the game, women also prefer to look stylish in the boxing ring. Hence manufacturers in the shoes market are in the competition to fulfill this demand. They are trying to give new designs and patterns in the women boxing shoes. You can find out boxing shoes of your choice with slight variation in price.</p>
<p>As above said comparing with that of a man boxing shoes, woman boxing shoes has large amount of variety related to color, styles, patterns etc. but it is should be kept in mind by the female boxers that they should take a trial before buying the shoes. They should also try to do some footwork and move around in the store. </p>
<p>It may happen that the person may fail to win the match if the pair of shoes is not proper or gets wear and tear easily. As a serious boxing player, you must wear comfortable shoes as it enhances the confidence level of the person fighting in the ring. A boxer should not wear such shoes which make scar on the feet and try to create any other damage to the feet. At last, the conclusion is the boxer should always choose and wear comfortable and durable boxing shoes while entering the boxing ring. </p>
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		<title>Boxing Betting Basics</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 07:33:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ralph Serpe</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Since the 18th century, boxing has been synonymous with betting, as the British defined the sport by making wagers available on either fighter and awarded prizes to the victors. Professional boxing as we know it today has grown tremendously and gone through good, bad and ugly stages, from its peak in the 1960s and 70s [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Since the 18th century, boxing has been synonymous with betting, as the British defined the sport by making wagers available on either fighter and awarded prizes to the victors. Professional boxing as we know it today has grown tremendously and gone through good, bad and ugly stages, from its peak in the 1960s and 70s with the popularity of fighters like Muhammad Ali and Sugar Ray Leonard to the more recent downfall and corruption associated with the careers of Mike Tyson and Don King, respectively.</p>
<p>Despite its ups and downs, pro boxing still thrives in Las Vegas, the gambling capital of the world, where boxing odds are available in almost every sportsbook. This article will focus on the different wagering options you have with betting boxing and give you tips on understanding boxing odds, including what factors to consider before placing a wager. Basics of Betting Boxing Sports bettors mostly enjoy boxing for its brutal nature and promotional build-up, with only the Super Bowl rivaling a major championship fight in terms of betting interest and media attention. It&#8217;s also very easy to place a bet on a boxing match, as you generally wager simply on who you think will win the fight or sometimes on the rare possibility of a draw, all based on money lines. If you are unclear about how money lines work, make sure to check out Reading and Understanding Money Lines.</p>
<p>Betting Tips for Success Boxing is the most controversial professional sport due to its close link to gambling and because it is driven solely by money. The best advice we can give you is to learn as much as you can about the fighters, especially heavy favorites since they will obviously require a much bigger investment. Like other sports, champion boxers can overlook opponents and may not always be as motivated as they should be going into a title fight.</p>
<p>There is also big money involved in fight rematches, so it shouldn&#8217;t be too surprising when an up-and-coming contender like Jermain Taylor knocks off a champion who hasn&#8217;t lost in more than 10 years like Bernard Hopkins. Some boxing contracts even have &#8220;rematch clauses&#8221; in them to guarantee another money-making fight, with Taylor-Hopkins being one of them. Another key point we can make using the Hopkins-Taylor fight as an example is that the popular fighter is generally over-rated and over-priced due to his status of being more well-known with the public. Because of this popularity factor, challengers like Taylor have great value and are worth betting on.</p>
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		<title>Boxing Equipment Keeps Safety of Boxers</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2011 03:29:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Boxing involves two participants who fight with their fists with each other. Boxing is a physically demanding sport that requires strict workout regimes, which are accompanied by special training equipment that keeps the boxer safe during fights. Training equipment The speed bag is used while training as it moves around in often-unpredictable location, which helps [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Boxing involves two participants who fight with their fists with each other. Boxing is a physically demanding sport that requires strict workout regimes, which are accompanied by special training equipment that keeps the boxer safe during fights.</p>
<p>Training equipment<br />
The speed bag is used while training as it moves around in often-unpredictable location, which helps the boxer in getting superior hand eye coordination and speed. The heavy weight bag helps the boxer in practicing knockouts through a body hit. One can also try out combination moves to get a good knock out as it weakens the defense of the opponent.</p>
<p>For superior training, boxers use punching bag that act as a slam man for practicing landing combinations, planning body shots, and in understanding the punching style and its effect on the body.</p>
<p>A mirror helps in doing shadowboxing while training by which one can check out his attempts and positions during different punches. Even boxing clothes should be flexible enough to allow quick body movements without any distraction. So boxers prefer to wear boxing shorts in the ring and cover the body with boxing goodie jacket when outside the ring.</p>
<p>Safety equipment<br />
The safety boxing equipment includes headgear, groin guards, hand gear and mouthpieces. Boxing gloves protect the boxer against any kicking and knocking as otherwise the boxer might get a fracture in his hand. There are variety of boxing gloves in the market that differ in sizes, prices and designs. There are different types of gloves like speed bag gloves, heavy bag gloves and sparring gloves. The boxers also wrap their wrist and knuckles by hand wrap before putting their hands into gloves.</p>
<p>Boxing shoes are also an important part of the safety equipment as they not only protect the boxer&#8217;s feet while fighting but also help him in fighting. During the time of boxing, the boxer uses shoes to fight. Boxing headgear protects the boxer from any head injuries and damages while boxing. The mouth guard protects the boxer from any injury to the jaw and mouth region. This guard is a fit-on design that can be removed or replaced comfortably. The groin guards and shin pads protect the lower body sensitive area from any kick while playing.</p>
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		<title>Useful Information About Boxing</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2011 07:56:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ralph Serpe</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The sport of boxing started when two individuals engaged in a fight using their fists. The Greeks are believed to be the first to formalize the sport during the Olympic Games in 688 BC. During the Roman era, the sport of boxing became increasingly popular and boxers wore leather bands around their fists for protection. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The sport of boxing started when two individuals engaged in a fight using their fists. The Greeks are believed to be the first to formalize the sport during the Olympic Games in 688 BC. During the Roman era, the sport of boxing became increasingly popular and boxers wore leather bands around their fists for protection. Some of these bands contained metal strips that caused significant injuries to either opponent.</p>
<p>After the fall of Rome, the sport was not as popular, but was revived in the 18th century when James Figg held the heavyweight title for over 20 years. In the Industrial Revolution the game was known as the workingman?s sport with matches resembling street fights, rather than an organized event. In 1773, English born Jack Broughton became the second heavyweight champion. The bouts became more organized at that point and rules and regulations came into play. Hitting below the belt was banned, and matches were decided using the point system. The bouts were held in a ring with spectators sitting around the squared off area &#8211; much like today&#8217;s fights.</p>
<p>Today, boxing competition is divided into a set number of rounds, three minutes long with a one-minute rest period between each round. Championship bouts usually last for 12 rounds, but because there is no real governing body, rules vary from state to state in the US. Judges determine the winner using scorecards as the fight goes on. There is a referee who determines if illegal moves are made or if a fighter is too injured to continue the match. In some cases, the referee calls a &#8220;knockout&#8221; when an opponent has been knocked down or knocked out.</p>
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		<title>Using Boxing Style Training For Fitness</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2011 03:56:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ralph Serpe</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Boxing training for fitness includes practicing punching drills and combinations, either on a partner wearing punch mitts, or one of the various styles of punch bags. Then these get blended together with the aerobic, anaerobic and plyometric exercises involved in a typical boxers training session, to give you an excellent all round workout. Remember too [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Boxing training for fitness includes practicing punching drills and combinations, either on a partner wearing punch mitts, or one of the various styles of punch bags. Then these get blended together with the aerobic, anaerobic and plyometric exercises involved in a typical boxers training session, to give you an excellent all round workout. Remember too that every single boxer out there will have started from ground level and steadily improved their fitness to where they are today, so anyone and everyone can quickly work their way up to a good level of fitness: whatever your size, age or sex. Complete a boxing style training session three times a week, and i guarantee that you&#8217;ll be fitter than you&#8217;ve EVER been before, within three months,</p>
<p>These boxing training classes improve your speed and resistance, plus flexibility and the reflexes of the muscles are also greatly enhanced. The physical benefits you will get from boxing style training are just one of the many gains that you will receive though. You will learn about self defence mechanism skills, which can also be very useful if you find yourself in an unpleasant situation sometime. Learning the proper execution of the punch combinations, the boxers stance and footwork, proper defence, etc, will also make you feel so much more confident.</p>
<p>Sports behavioural studies have shown that the training techniques adopted by boxers using punch bags and sparring, lead to superior decision making skills. Unlike asymmetrical sports such as tennis and golf, your body improves evenly on both sides using boxing style training, helping to reduce postural misalignment problems. It is estimated that boxing is 70%-80% anaerobic (high-intensity) and 20%-30% aerobic. So the training increases stamina in the heart and lungs. Strengthens muscles &#8211; Boxing training also improves muscle strength required for everyday activities, as well as the &#8216;fast twitch&#8217; muscle fibres required for shorter, more explosive movements</p>
<p>Boxing training is a great way to do that, making you feel calm as all the aggression is very channelled and controlled. Even though there is no physical contact, it enables you to feel in control of your body and more confident about protecting yourself if you are required to. Many people don&#8217;t fully appreciate that boxing training is all about discipline, and it&#8217;s a great way to increase that in other areas of your life, too, such as drinking and eating. Training stimulates your mind and boosts your self belief. So it&#8217;s also great for children, as it also helps build self esteem and respect in young people who may be bullied or lack physical confidence.</p>
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		<title>Boxing Techniques For Beginners</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2011 02:47:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alan Smith</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The position of ones&#8217; body is an important first step in learning boxing techniques. One should stand fully upright with legs apart approximately shoulder width with the rear foot a half step behind the lead foot. The proper lead foot for you will depend on whether you are right handed or left handed. Right handed [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The position of ones&#8217; body is an important first step in learning boxing techniques. One should stand fully upright with legs apart approximately shoulder width with the rear foot a half step behind the lead foot. The proper lead foot for you will depend on whether you are right handed or left handed. Right handed boxers will have their left foot as the lead foot and left handed boxers will have their right foot in front. Toes should be pointed very slightly inward with the bulk of ones&#8217; weight on the lead foot. Arms are raised with the lead fist at eye level about 6-8&#8243; away from the face. The other fist should be at chin level with elbows close to the body. Chin should be down and close to the chest. This body positioning allows for the quick, forceful movements that are inherent to the sport of boxing and offer the greatest protection. Getting into this body stance should be practiced repeatedly until it feels completely natural to the beginning boxer. One should practice the various punches that are most effective in wearing down the opponent.</p>
<p>The &#8220;jab&#8221; is a common punch used by all boxers. It is a very quick, straight ahead punch in which your body rotates slightly. When the jabbing arm is fully extended toward the target it leaves the shoulder in a position to protect the chin area. The other fist is in a guard position near the chin as well. The &#8220;cross&#8221; is another powerful strike that comes from the rear hand. It is also a quick. forceful and straight across movement which again results in slight body rotation. In a similar manner to the jab, the alternate hand is protecting the face from counter punches. The &#8220;hook&#8221; is performed as a semi-circular punch from the lead hand. The arm swings in a horizontal arc toward the opponent. Most hook shots aim for the chin but there can be other target areas as well. In this punch, the lead foot pivots as the rear heel turns outwardly. The &#8220;uppercut&#8221; is performed with the rear hand as it rises in an upward arc toward its&#8217; intended target. The knees are slightly bent at the beginning of this punch but with the upward motion of the arm, the knees also push upward. This movement adds additional power to the punch. Training for boxing is essential if one desires to gain competence. Punching bags or punching dummies are a great way to help one become proficient at this sport.</p>
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		<title>Get Started With Boxing Training at Home</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2010 04:20:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Stewards</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Boxing training at home can be a great way to get into shape, test yourself mentally, toughen yourself up and learn to defend yourself, and much more. For all of these reasons, more people are training in boxing today than ever before, and you don&#8217;t need to go to an expensive gym to get the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Boxing training at home can be a great way to get into shape, test yourself mentally, toughen yourself up and learn to defend yourself, and much more. For all of these reasons, more people are training in boxing today than ever before, and you don&#8217;t need to go to an expensive gym to get the job done. Use some basic information and tips to create your own boxing workout routine and you&#8217;ll be good to go in no time at all. First, you should know a few basic pieces of equipment that you&#8217;ll need to get started boxing training at home. You&#8217;ll need a heavy bag and a speed bag, you&#8217;ll need boxing gloves and hand wraps, and ideally, you&#8217;ll also have a floor length mirror, a round timer, a jump rope and a medicine ball. With these tools, you&#8217;ll have a complete setup that you can utilize really effectively and efficiently.</p>
<p>So how should you go about crafting your own boxing workout routine? There are a few different key tips that you can keep in mind. First, you always have to warm up in the beginning of a workout, and that jump rope is a great way to do that. Work up a sweat and then spend a few minutes tackling some basic strength training moves that will continue to get the blood flowing, while also building muscle. Complete a few sets of pushups and situps, and maybe pullups and chinups or other basic moves, and then move onto the actual boxing phase of the boxing workout routine.</p>
<p>This can start out by spending a few rounds shadow boxing, utilizing the floor length mirror to check up on your technique and body movements. Then move onto the heavy bag, and spend at least five rounds working various combinations and staying active on the bag before switching to the speed bag, where you&#8217;ll work on your stamina, timing and coordination, and more. Finally, cool down with some more jump rope and you&#8217;re all done, a complete boxing workout routine from home.</p>
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		<title>Boxing Equipment For Sale</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2010 07:57:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ralph Serpe</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are so many different things you can do to get into better shape. While some people enjoy running, others enjoy weight training, or pilates, or cycling, or martial arts, or power yoga. It really all just depends on you as an individual. The first rule of thumb when it comes to exercise is, do [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are so many different things you can do to get into better shape. While some people enjoy running, others enjoy weight training, or pilates, or cycling, or martial arts, or power yoga. It really all just depends on you as an individual. The first rule of thumb when it comes to exercise is, do what you like. If you do not do something you enjoy, you are much less likely to do it on a regular basis. After all, exercise and staying in shape is a challenge. Especially as you get older. Therefore it is crucial to like what you do for everyday fitness. If you are interested in boxing, there is plenty of boxing equipment for sale these days.</p>
<p>For more than a century now, countless people around the world have appreciated the stand-up striking style of boxing. As anyone can see, this fighting style has gained a great deal of popularity over the years amongst the young and old. This is why there are major boxing events shown on TV all the time. But what about training at your home? For this, you need some decent equipment, such as gloves, a punching bag, and maybe a speed bag as well. Fortunately there are a number of places you can find equipment for sale. A couple of these are in stores like Sears and Dick&#8217;s Sporting goods. There is also boxing equipment for sale online.</p>
<p>If you check out the World Wide Web, you will encounter all kinds of boxing equipment for sale. What you may want to do is think about the boxing equipment for sale you are interested in. At this point, you can seek it out online. Start comparing what each dealer or store has to offer. If a number of them offer the same products, make certain to compare prices. This way, no matter what you purchase, you can be sure to get the right products at the right prices, but without overspending.</p>
<p>If you have any sporting goods stores like Dick&#8217;s Sporting Goods or Champs, in your area, you should check them out for boxing equipment for sale. It is always nice to get a good idea of what something is like in person. This way you can really determine if the boxing equipment is ideal for you, and what you have in mind. If you are seeking out used boxing equipment for sale, then you need to take a look at stores like Play it Again Sports. You can also check out helpful websites like Craigslist. There are likely to be a number of people in your area trying to get rid of used boxing equipment.</p>
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		<title>The Best Fat Burning Cardio Exercise</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2010 04:05:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Philips</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For many, the best fat burning cardio exercise is boxing. Yes, you read that correctly &#8211; boxing! In the past, boxing was solely an activity designed for those wishing to compete as either an amateur or a professional. Today, many people look towards cardio boxing programs as a great way to get into top shape. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For many, the best fat burning cardio exercise is boxing. Yes, you read that correctly &#8211; boxing! In the past, boxing was solely an activity designed for those wishing to compete as either an amateur or a professional. Today, many people look towards cardio boxing programs as a great way to get into top shape. Simply put, boxing can be considered the best fat burning cardio exercise program because it can deliver tremendous results.</p>
<p>Boxing is tremendous sport because it can be performed at a high intensity while maintaining a sense of fun. It can be pretty dull to run full speed for 20 minutes whereas 90 minutes of boxing seems to go by quickly. And the amount of calories burned in a boxing workout can be significant. One hour can burn upwards of 500 &#8211; 700 calories depending upon how hard your workout session goes. During a boxing workout, your heart rate will elevate. That means as you perform the various drills in the class, you will burn a great many calories. Additionally, you would be making your heart and respiratory system much stronger. Sure, boxing can be credibly considered the best fat burning cardio exercise. However, it can also be considered a great way to improve your overall health and fitness.</p>
<p>One of the other benefits to taking part in a boxing workout is that you can develop a significant amount of lean muscle mass without lifting weights. The constant employment of all the muscles in the body during a boxing training session leads to their development. While not a great mass building program, boxing does enhance the size, strength, and definition of the muscles. Of course, all this occurs simultaneously with a great deal of calorie burning. This is why so many boxers have a desirably ripped and defined appearance. And you do not have to be a professional boxer in order to look like one. You just need to be willing to put the time and effort in the training sessions in the gym.</p>
<p>To get the most out of the workout, you will want to perform one hour of boxing 3 &#8211; 4 days a week. That is not to say you shouldn&#8217;t do more or that doing less will not deliver results. However, an average of 3 &#8211; 4 boxing sessions a week can deliver excellent results. Usually, a session runs about an hour and the intensity level is usually kept at the medium range with a few high intensity bursts here and there. Such a &#8216;standardized&#8217; approach can be effective. This makes boxing the best fat burning cardio exercise program you could employ.</p>
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