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
2011-12-29 Boxing for getting in shape:
As long as you are throwing punches correctly by using your whole body this will get you in shape, but if you do not diet then you will have problems, so the diet is as important as the boxing is. Also
2011-12-27 weight lifting:
Well it really depends on your own body and what you are trying to accomplish such as going up in weight class, but generally speaking lower weight and higher reps are usually preferred for boxers. There
2011-11-13 boxing:
The difference between boxing and kickboxing is obvious in that you use your feet, but there is a difference in the persons balance with the kickboxer being in position to kick. Professional and amateur
2011-10-18 muscles:
Well for a professional boxer the twist of the hips is key so the oblique muscles come in to play, then for the snap the deltoid muscles need to operate, then you have your tricep muscles as well as the
2011-10-14 boxing(marciano):
Marciano was an animal in the ring no doubt. I think his rating is because of the people he fought and at the time he fought them. Who he would beat is speculation at best, but use the modern training
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