How to Become a Woman Boxer

Women have competed in the boxing ring since 1722. Today International organizations, like the International Female Boxers Association, are lobbying to have women's boxing working being included in future Olympic games. Boxing is an effective cardiovascular workout that can also improve a woman's hand-eye coordination, posture and self confidence. Learning to become a woman boxer starts with developing a base level of fitness and then learning the boxer's stance, footwork, defense moves and punches.

Instructions

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      Develop a base level of cardiovascular fitness. Boxing is intensely taxing on the cardiovascular system so if you're not in shape already, you need to get in shape first. Try starting with a run-walk program and build on that training.

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      Enroll in a beginner boxing class. Boxing is a difficult sport to learn effectively from books or videotapes. Since it is a contact sport, it can also be dangerous so classes are crucial. Make sure to find a class taught by a certified boxing coach.

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      Practice the boxer's stance. Stand on the balls of your feet with your feet shoulder width apart. If you are right-handed, stand with your right foot forward and your left foot behind at a 45 degree angle. If you are left-handed, reverse the foot position.

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      Bend your arms at the elbows and with your hands in fists, hold them at chin level with your elbows tucked in to your sides and your dominant hand slightly forward. This position allows you to defend yourself and is the starting position for throwing your punches.

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      Learn the basic punches: jab, cross, hook and uppercut. Practice the punches in front of a mirror so you can perfect your form.

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      Learn the basic footwork, moving forward and backward, pivoting and moving side to side. Practice feeling light on your feet and moving quickly.

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      Learn the basic defensive maneuvers. One of the basic moves is to duck and weave. Picture a punch coming at you, duck and weave to the side away from the direction of the punch.