Boxing/Expert Profile
Expertise
Boxing for competition and Fitness. Boxing Fitness Certification Seminars. 941.302.4181 www.tonyspain.com
Experience in the area
Co-founder of the Boxing Fitness Institute. Owner and Operator of Absolute Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts in Sarasota,Fl. 941.302.4181 www.tonyspain.com
Organizations
Boxing Fitness Institute, Kickboxing Fitness Institute, American Strength Training Institute
Publications
Two instructional books and dvds have been sold in 11 countries.
Education/Credentials
25 years of boxing and fitness experience.
Past/Present Clients
Have certified over 1700 personal trainers.
What do you like about this subject?
Helping people improve and reach their fitness goals.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
I learn something new with every client I work with. Always learning !
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
Boxing footwork is alot like tennis !
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
Boxing is a brutal sport.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cathy Smith | 10/20/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Mr Spain was very helpful and clarified ..... |
| Callum McKeever Tapia | 09/27/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for replying Tony im training with ..... |
| Michelle | 08/23/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | very very good. |
| suman | 08/14/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| adel | 06/25/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Everything was good, plus more advise incase |
Recent Answers from Tony Spain
2009-11-06 body type for boxing:
Dan, what is great about the sport of boxing, is that you can be any body type and you can use that to your advantage. With your height and reach, you should use your range and keep boxers at the end of
2009-11-03 starting boxing.:
Hello Nieko, You can start learning at any age, but I would recommend you train with people that have been involved in competition, if you want to compete. At my gym,the instructors have either competed
2009-10-20 reach:
Cathy, yes you are correct. go finger tip to finger tip directly across the full back. The arms are completely extended out. If you want to learn more about boxing fitness, you can buy my Instructional
2009-10-06 Golden Gloves Tournament:
Brandon, the Golden Gloves Tournament is usually a well organized event. You will be match by weight and experieince. Everything should be ok for you. If you do not have a trainer, find one now. I started
2009-10-04 want to no:
Wayne, look for a boxing gym in your area, talk to the trainer and tell him your goals. Dont get in the ring right away until you are comfortablewith your trainer. Do not go to the gym to prove yourself
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