December 2018 - King of Strength Boxing Gym KOS

How To Improve Your Boxing At Home

Home Workout Guide: Achieve Gym-Level Results without Leaving Your Doorstep

When you introduce an extraordinary addition to your life, it has the potential to transform your entire world. It influences your perspective, shifts your priorities, and even molds your daily habits, ultimately affecting how you perceive yourself. So, who is this extraordinary companion? It’s none other than the art of boxing – a combat sport that exudes power and precision, far more than just a physical endeavor.

This article unravels the art of boxing as a means to attain gym-level results right in the comfort of your home. Get ready to explore a practical and down-to-earth guide that will spark your curiosity and leave you eager to continue reading, all while revealing the secrets to achieving your fitness goals without stepping outside your front door.

Boxing Benefits:

Strength:

Physical Strength through endurance testing workouts and mental strength through discipline and focus. It may not make you an absolute lean, mean fighting machine. However, conditioning and body toning will give you the power to deal with nasty bulky wannabes in the world without batting an eyelid. Boxing is a sport where size does not matter, a powerful punch is enough to put down a 7-foot-tall gangster or an animal in self-defense.

Punching Prowess:

Boxing is a stand-up strike style sport. It focuses on building potentially fatal punches. Channeling energy from the entire body to the fist. It is indeed a challenging sport. It works the whole body to perform that one killer move to defeat the opponent.

Burn Calories and Stress:

A person weighing in at 80 kgs may burn 250 calories in 30 minutes by punching a heavy bag. Gradually burning close to 500 calories at the same time as they progress in training. Boxing training is both aerobic and anaerobic in nature, making it an excellent stress reliever.

 

Boxing class participants perfecting their punches.
Boxing enthusiasts in a class, honing their punching skills.

 

Hectic schedules, time constraints, budget limitations, travel plans, and well many other interruptions lead to missing a workout session at the gym. Buy essential Boxing Wear and Equipment and get started at home instead.

Boxing Gear:

Investing in the right Boxing gear and preparing for your Boxing journey requires a few essentials.

1. Hand Wraps and Training Gloves

  • Hand wraps protect small bones in the hands from breaking.
  • It secures the wrists from sprains.
  • It keeps the skin on the knuckles from tearing
  • Training gloves or sparring gloves are designed to provide extra protection.
  • They are heavily padded, compared to professional boxing gloves.

2. Footwear:

  • Boxing footwear is permeable, allowing sweat to evaporate.
  • The traction allows you to stand firmly on training surfaces.
  • They are lighter allowing flexibility of movement.

3. Bodywear:

  • Intense workouts may lead to skin rashes. It is advised to buy breathable athletic wear.
  • Women, also, should invest in good sports bras and breast pads for protection.

4. Mouth guard:

  • Protects the soft tissues in the jawline.
  • Secures from bone displacement.

5. Jumping rope:

  • Improves stamina in the forearms, shoulders and leg muscles.
  • Builds speed-endurance    

6. Heavy bag:

  • Boxing bags range from less than 10 kgs for beginners to 80 kgs for heavy hitters.
  • It helps you develop power, timing, and rhythm.

 

Boxer delivering a powerful punch to a heavy bag.
A dedicated boxer giving their all during a bag workout.

We compiled a list of exercises that will make you feel no less than going through an intense gym workout without stepping out of your door.

How to exercise at home

Warm-up: Prepare your body for what is to come. 5-10 minutes of slow-paced exercises to avoid sore muscles and chances of injury. Warm-up exercises can get intense once you start training harder.

Beginner – Intermediate – Advanced Training.

 

Follow a workout routine. No boxing equipment is required. (heavy bags, gloves).

Follow Youtube Home Boxing videos , Boxer Beginner Videos and get started!

 

  • Jog in place to pump up your blood to your muscles.
  • Jump rope improves heart rate and blood pressure. Strengthens shoulders and arms.
  • Burpees help work muscles in the entire body.
  • Mountain climbers raise the heart rate. Build strength and endurance in the core.
  • Squat Jumps enhance the intensity of your workout, aids in power and mobility.
  • Use a staircase if possible. In your house or building.
  • Practice leg swings, arms circling, and torso twists.

 

Moving forward. Once your body is ready to take on more. Try these Workouts without the heavy bag.

  • Start with straight punches including back and forth strides.
  • Switch with hops and jumps.
  • Build a rhythm, duck, and punch.
  • Run on the spot with quick big steps.
  • Work on different Combination punches.
  • Immerse yourself in intense Shadow boxing.

Finish off your home routine with a conditioning set (low-intensity exercises).

  • Push-up planks.
  • Bicycle kicks.
  • Walking lunges.
  • V sits & V ups.

Relax. Hydrate.

Hope that was fun.

Student receiving expert guidance from a KOS coach during punch practice.
A student diligently training with the guidance of a knowledgeable KOS coach.

 

In the end, remember that you don’t require a room filled with boxing gear to embark on your fitness journey at home. While gloves, heavy bags, and punch mitts can certainly add excitement to your routine, it’s the training, the camaraderie of sparring, and the motivation you get from a workout partner that truly keeps your spirits high. So why not take that first step towards a healthier, more empowered you?

Whether you decide to join a local boxing gym or opt for personalized boxing training in Singapore, you’ll discover routines tailored to your unique needs. The beauty of boxing is that it lingers in your thoughts long after you’ve left the gym. If you’re ready to make that leap, check out our Schedule + Rates page to find the perfect fit for your journey. Your boxing adventure awaits!

Do you really think girls can box?

Empowering Female Boxers: Breaking Barriers & Shaping Champions!

Bet you didn’t expect to see this title, right? Ladies, I have a hunch you’re intrigued (probably more than the gents, haha!). Today, we’re delving into the world of female boxers – their passion, their skills, and the myths we’re about to shatter. Can girls really throw punches? The answer is a resounding YES! In fact, some of them excel even beyond their male counterparts. Get ready to uncover the untold truth about the incredible prowess of female boxers. Let’s lace up and journey through a world of power and technique that knows no gender bounds.

 

Focused Female Boxer Following Instructions in Class
Focused Female Boxer Following Instructions in Class

 

1) Girls follow instructions 100% 

Girls are generally great when they have to follow a set of instructions. Even in a classroom, the girls are usually the monitors/prefects obeying to rules and ‘following’ the set of rules. For males, we are abit more curious and wanting to try out more than what is being taught to us. Therefore, the girls stick closely to what the coaches have taught them and patiently practice till they are taught a new drill.

Kickboxing Match: Girls Displaying Technique Over Power
Kickboxing Match: Girls Displaying Technique Over Power

2) Girls don’t ‘try’ to hit hard.

Girls don’t try to force out power when they are learning the techniques. However, for guys, especially beginners ‘try’ very hard to hit hard. Forcing so much power that makes them stiffer and slow. They overlook the entire technique portion. Techniques first guys, power will follow later on!

Female Boxer Perfecting Punch Technique with Instructor
Female Boxer Perfecting Punch Technique with Instructor

3) Born with natural gracefulness 

I always advise all my female boxers not to try and box like a man. You ladies are blessed with natural gracefulness. Bring that gracefulness to boxing! I’m still trying to box gracefully in the ring, therefore do not lose that part of you. Muhammad Ali is known as ‘The Greatest’ not because he had great power, he is known because of his gracefulness during his fight. It looks like he’s dancing yet boxing.

Female Instructor Demonstrating Graceful Boxing Form
Female Instructor Demonstrating Graceful Boxing Form

Here’s to breaking stereotypes and honoring strengths! Ladies, you’re boxing champions. Everyone, let’s learn and thrive together. Join our journey – explore our Schedule + Rates and become part of the energetic boxing community that values skills, passion, and togetherness.

Cheers!
Coach Kumar

Dumbbell Biceps Curl: The Ultimate Exercise

Unlock Sleeve-Popping Biceps: The Ultimate Biceps Building Exercise

Hey there, fitness enthusiasts!

Let’s dive into the world of biceps today – those eye-catching, attention-grabbing muscles! If you’re anything like me, starting out with skinny arms, you know the biceps can make a world of difference when you put on that favorite t-shirt. With a multitude of bicep exercises to choose from, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. But fear not!

In this article, we’re focusing on the most time-tested and straightforward bicep exercise that’s been proven effective over the years. So, let’s cut through the noise and get to the basics of building those impressive biceps!

The Dumbbell Biceps Curl

Few key pointers to take note of while doing this exercise:

1) Select the right weight
Heavier doesn’t mean better. You can choose a lightweight yet still build up muscle if you do it right.

2) No swinging action
You should lift the weight with muscles, not using momentum. (If you’re swinging while doing this exercise, time to re-read point 1. Lower the weight.)

3) Breathing Technique
You should breathe out when you’re lifting up the weight and inhale while lowering the weight. (This is going to be tough the first time, but keep practicing you’ll definitely get it!)

Keep those biceps gains coming and remember, your journey to stronger, more defined arms is all about consistency and the right approach. If you have any questions about bicep training or want to explore workout schedules and rates, head over to our Schedule + Rates page. We’re here to support your fitness goals every step of the way.

Leave your thoughts or queries in the comments below – we’d love to hear from you as you embark on this exciting fitness adventure!

Coach Kumar flexing biceps like Superman
Coach Kumar showcasing his bicep strength with a Superman pose.

 

Signing off with a flex,
Coach Kumar