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5 Ways to Build Boxing Endurance at Home
Most boxers think “endurance” just means running more miles. It doesn’t. Real boxing endurance is about how well your body handles fight...
marksmanboxing
Oct 72 min read


When Is the Right Time to Leave Your Boxing Coach?
Why This Question Matters The bond between a boxer and a coach is powerful. A good coach shapes your skills, confidence, and discipline....
marksmanboxing
Oct 71 min read


How to Shadowbox for Skill, Not Just Sweat
Most boxers treat shadowboxing like a warm-up. A few rounds to get a sweat on, then straight onto the bag. But if you know how to use it...
marksmanboxing
Oct 62 min read


What to Do When You Get Rocked in Sparring
Why Getting Rocked Happens Every boxer eventually gets caught clean in sparring. Whether it is a sharp jab you did not see or a heavy...
marksmanboxing
Oct 61 min read


Why Every Beginner Boxer Needs Structure Before Training
The Biggest Mistake Beginners Make Most beginners start boxing with excitement but no structure. They hit the bag randomly, copy drills...
marksmanboxing
Oct 52 min read


How to Handle Doubts About Your Boxing Journey
When Family and Friends Do Not Understand Boxing Many boxers face doubt from the people closest to them. Family and friends often see...
marksmanboxing
Oct 42 min read


Beginner’s Boxing Bundle: Confidence, Sparring Tactics and Gym Etiquette for New Boxers
Start Your Boxing Journey With Confidence and Clarity Walking into a boxing gym for the first time can feel overwhelming. Do you focus on...
marksmanboxing
Oct 32 min read


What Is the Best Beginner Boxing Training Plan?
Most beginners think boxing training means endless bag rounds or running until you collapse. That’s not a plan, that’s just random...
marksmanboxing
Oct 21 min read


3 Unique Boxing Drills to Transform Your Skills in 30 Days
Why Variety Matters in Boxing Training If your training always looks the same, bag rounds, skipping, and shadowboxing, you eventually hit a plateau. Boxing demands creativity as much as discipline. Adding unique activities into your routine keeps training fresh, develops overlooked skills, and sharpens your body in ways regular drills cannot. Here are three unique activities I use that give boxers an edge. Tennis Ball Reaction Drills A simple tennis ball can change your game.
marksmanboxing
Oct 22 min read


Can You Learn Boxing On Your Own? Updated!
It’s a question I get all the time: “Can I really learn boxing by myself?” The short answer is yes, but only if you do it the right way....
marksmanboxing
Oct 12 min read


Train Without a Trainer – 6-Week Self-Coaching Plan
Why Most Boxers Quit Training Alone Training by yourself is hard. Most beginners start strong, but within weeks, the motivation fades. No...
marksmanboxing
Oct 12 min read


Controlled Brawling in Boxing: How to Stay Sharp in Exchanges
Why Controlled Brawling Matters Most beginners think brawling means wild swings and chaos. The truth is, the best fighters know how to...
marksmanboxing
Oct 11 min read


Boxing for Kids: Build Confidence, Fitness and Focus Without the Risks of Fighting
As a former professional boxer and licensed coach, I’ve spent years working with children of all ages, from mainstream students to those...
marksmanboxing
Sep 302 min read


How to Train Boxing at Home Without a Coach
Why Training Alone Feels Hard Most boxers start alone. You watch videos, hit the bag, and shadowbox, but without a coach you quickly hit...
marksmanboxing
Sep 302 min read


Private Boxing Training Near Me: Why 1-to-1 Coaching Works Best
If you have searched “private boxing training near me” , you already know that group classes are not always enough. Group sessions are...
marksmanboxing
Sep 302 min read


3 Mental Battles Every Boxer Must Win
Why Mental Battles Decide Everything in Boxing Ask any experienced fighter, and they’ll tell you the truth: boxing is as much mental as...
marksmanboxing
Sep 294 min read


How to Deal With Wild Sparring Partners
The Problem With Wild Sparring Partners Every boxer has been there. You step into the ring for what should be a controlled spar, and the...
marksmanboxing
Sep 292 min read


Heavy Bag vs Shadowboxing: Which Builds More Skill in 5 Minutes
Written by Aarron Morgan, Licensed BBBofC Trainer and Former Professional Boxer Stop guessing. In the next 5 minutes, I will show you which training method builds skill faster, and how to use both to level up your boxing. The Fast Answer Both heavy bag and shadowboxing are essential, but they develop different parts of your game. Here’s the truth: Goal Focus On Why Better technique and control Shadowboxing Builds movement, balance, and form without distraction More power and
marksmanboxing
Sep 282 min read


Top Mistakes Beginners Make in Sparring (and How to Fix Them)
Why Sparring Feels So Different You can hit the bag, smash pads, and shadowbox sharp — but the moment another human stands in front of...
marksmanboxing
Sep 272 min read


Boxing Classes Near Me: How to Choose the Right One in Thurrock & Essex
When you search for boxing classes near me , the options can feel overwhelming. Do you join a big boxing gym? A small local club? Or go...
marksmanboxing
Sep 262 min read
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