Boxing/Expert Profile
Expertise
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.
Experience in the area
I have trained beginning boxers as well as accomplished professionals. I have owned and managed my own gym outside of Atlanta Georgia and currently do personilized boxing instruction and training in Tampa Florida. I have promoted professional boxing shows in St. Louis, Missouri including several World and State Championships. I have Supervised a World Championship for the International Boxing Organization and the World Boxing Board of which I am currently on their Board of Directors.
Education/Credentials
High School Graduate
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Recent Answers from Joe Hofer
2009-11-19 Physical power:
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
2009-11-17 starting out:
the second part of your question is too lengthy to answer but as far as the weight and height goes, it would depend on your bodyfat. If you are at about 5 % bodyfat then that is about it weight wise.
2009-10-14 Boxing + weight gain:
I would just google the Atkins diet or if you like I sell a color code diet on my website which I can send you in an attachment. I do not mail overseas so I cannot send a hard copy. It is a 4 page diet
2009-10-09 Boxing Safety:
I am probably not qualified to give an accurate answer but I can say much is overrated because in general with the thousands of boxing matches taking place around the world per year most injuries are superficial
2009-09-16 140lb Golden Glove vs. 215lb Novice:
I would not touch that with a ten foot pole. Weight is very important that is why they have weight classes. Obviously if the heavier guy cant fight at all then perhaps the smaller one could win, but
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