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Melanie LeyU.S.
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I can answer all questions related to amateur boxing except those having to do with the actual physical training. I am not a coach. 8-) 21 years as an amateur boxing official; certified computer scoring technician; have worked on many tournament administration staffs; have coordinated a major national invitational tournament; have served as secretary, treasurer and Junior Olympic Chairman at the local level. | |
Joe HoferU.S.
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I can answer most questions regarding boxing instruction and or various training methods. Training for beginners or experienced professionals. I can also answer questions regarding effective weight loss. | |
Tony SpainU.S.
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Boxing for competition and Fitness. Boxing Fitness Certification Seminars. 941.302.4181 www.tonyspain.com | |
Lian ShoemakeAvailable
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I can answer questions regarding rules for both pro and amateur boxing; upcoming bouts; fight analysis/predictions; various other questions. I am an experienced amateur boxing official with USA Boxing (14 years) and I have completed a yearlong professional officials` clinic with the California State Athletic Commission. | |
J. Coach Rick CowardU.S.
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Boxing Padwork / Mittwork, The Mayweather System of Mittwork, Technical boxing instruction, footwork, offensive and defensive work, | |
Jackson RoseU.S.
Maxed Out
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I can answer any questions related to boxing and training. I can help anyone prepare for professional or amateur bouts. My trainer/boss of 24 years is in the Golden Gloves Hall of Fame and trained the heavyweight champion of the world. Holyfield, Roy Jones Jr., Bernard Taylor, Billy Bridges, Frankie Randall just to name a few of the boxers who have passed thru the Southerns and/or trained at our gym. |
Broket, Break down the mechanics of your punches and make sure your throwing correct. Lift weights to increase your strength but stay lean, low bodyfat. Work on your timing. Speedbag and double-end
Hi Jason - in order to compete in sanctioned amateur boxing events, you will have to register with USA Boxing (copy of your birth certificate, two passport-type pictures and a yearly membership fee, January
That would vary on who the fighter is, and which one is closer to his or her natural bodyweight, that is weight that is not a bunch of excess flab but a chisled fight weight. Also there are many fighters
Bobby, Go to this list below and call the gyms nearest you. Ask them if there club is a USA Boxing member and do they compete is sanctioned events. If they do your in business. Regardless of whether
Hi Tom - if your ultimate goal is to participate as a pro boxer, you're better off training at your local gym and competing in USA Boxing sanctioned amateur boxing shows. The National Collegiate Boxing
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