Boxing provides an excellent workout, but you may not always want to go to the gym to enjoy the sport. Luckily, you don’t have to. You can simply build a boxing gym of your own. Most boxing equipment, like heavy bags and speed bags, are available for at-home training. If you’re thinking about getting your …
Punching bags are a great way to practice your boxing form or pack some extra cardio into your home routine. Maybe you’ve just bought your first hanging punching bag. You’re excited to hang it up at home and get started on your workout, but you can’t find a sturdy beam in the ceiling to install …
With several different styles on the market, finding the right shoe to match your needs can prove to be a difficult task. Most people might think it is acceptable to use a standard running shoe for all types of athletic situations, but this may not be the wisest decision. Instead, cross-training shoes—which are often mistaken …
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Did you know that using a punching bag can reduce stress, tone your muscles, and promote good heart health? The bag’s weight adds a lot of resistance to make your workout more challenging and fun. But have you considered taking this classic exercise outdoors? Hitting your bag outside can give you a breath of fresh …
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Growing up, my family always had a membership to the local YMCA during the summer months. And I loved it because it meant that I could go swimming whenever I wanted. My mom loved it cause she used their gym equipment, and my brother loved playing basketball there. As I got older, having a pool …
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If you’re looking to add some strength training to your fitness routine, then you may be weighing the pros and cons of both weight lifting and rock climbing. Well, if you’re still not sure which is the better option for you, then let us try to help you out. Below we’ll take a deeper look …
If you’re looking for a great exercise that you can do at home without needing any gear, then air squats are the perfect solution. Air squats are just doing squats without weights in your hands, which means you get all the benefits of squats without needing gym equipment. The great thing about air squats is …
If you’re looking for a good way to stay fit and healthy, but want to make the most of your exercise time, then you might be wondering whether you should do some HIIT training or CrossFit. Or, is there really any difference between these two popular workout options? Feeling the time crunch of limited workout …
Whether you’re starting a workout routine for the first time since coming out of home lockdown, or just getting back into the swing of things now that summer is here, you should take some precautions to stay safe and healthy. No matter what’s going on in the world, it’s a good idea to keep safety …
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If you compete, or even just dabble recreationally in the age-old sport of boxing, learning how to properly and thoroughly clean your boxing gloves may be way down on your list of priorities. However, for the sake of your own performance, hygiene and the general competitive atmosphere in which you intend to use them, not …
Just how long do boxing gloves last and when should you replace them? The answers to these questions actually depend on a few factors and signs. To help you better understand these questions, below we will tackle them in greater detail, beginning with the average lifespan of a pair of boxing gloves and a list …
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A bench press uses the entire upper body, building strength and muscle in the chest, back, shoulders and arms. When performed properly, it also engages the lower back, glutes, and legs, adding power and stability to the lift. Even though a bench press engages all of your muscles, though, it’s not a true full-body lift, …
Your ability to bench press is a good measure of your total upper body strength, so if your stalling on the bench you’re probably stalling on your gains. Everybody, dependent on sex, size, and age, has an average amount they can likely bench without training. Everything after that takes dedicated effort. If you are dissatisfied …
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