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
2009-10-14 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
2009-08-16 Hi Joe. this is a long rant of more than 1 question. i hope you have time :):
Your questions may seem complicated and long but the answer is simple. No I do not believe you can be truly sucessful without a trainer. You could try that form of exercise to protect your knees but
2009-06-08 Weight classes and Competition:
The first part of your question I can answer the second one I cannot without seeing you. You may not be able to lose more weight if you are that muscular. If your bodyfat is 5 percent or under you are
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