Anyone Here Do Boxing Workouts?

[JakeFlake]

Let me preface this by saying I have absolutely zero intention of getting in the ring with anyone. Those of you who have met me know that I will literally get killed if I did that. I have never tried it before and people say it is a good workout and even better stress reliever.

I want to try it for strictly fitness purposes. Heavy bag, speed bag, etc. Anyone here that lives in Charlotte know of a good place?

Thanks.

[Kitten Diver]

Huntersville Family Fitness & Aquatics had a class a few years back if you're on the north side...most people I know that do this hardcore just have everything set up in basement/garage.

[JakeFlake]

I live in Belmont, but that isn't too far with 485.

[Kitten Diver]

try the belmont/mt holly ymca. they had a lot of classes when I went there a while back.

[Ja Rhule]

Ive done pro boxing for 5 years. I can be my own coach. I dunno any good boxing places in charlotte. Be you're own coach, it's cheaper.

[Seal (SmittyIsOurSavior)]

I box, but in Wilmington. And trust me, you say that you will never want to step in the ring... But after a few months of hardcore training on the bags, you will want to at least give sparring a shot.

When I first started, I was the same. No f*cking way I'm getting in that ring, ever. Now, although I get my face beat in every time I compete, I can't stop myself from wanting more fights. The adrenaline you get when in the ring is unreal.

[TheRealDeal]

Nope, never. Looking into taking classes though out of fear for KoolKatLuke.

On a more serious note, it's one of the best things you can do for yourself. You will absolutely hate it and love it at the same time, depending on how hard you work. Like SIOS said, you will want to get in the ring eventually. Nothing compares to hand to hand combat.

If you want a real workout, join an MMA gym and expand your training.

[JakeFlake]

Thanks, Smitty. Maybe after awhile and I learned the basics and felt good about it, I could spar with someone who is on my level. I think it would be good for my self confidence and overall fitness.

Right now I just want to learn and get the fitness benefits of it.

As for MMA, that stuff is too much for me.

[Jackofalltrades]

I bought a heavy bag and used to do it independently and it was probably the most beneficial and most effective workout I've ever done.

[JakeFlake]

I bought a heavy bag and used to do it independently and it was probably the most beneficial and most effective workout I've ever done.

That is what I am going for.

[rippadonn]

Try Kung Fu

[TheRealDeal]

That is what I am going for.

There are tons of instructional videos online to get you going and to give you ideas for training routines in your home.

Get a heavy bag, jump rope, and ring clock and you will be just fine.

Good luck!