How to Increase a Boxer's Power

Training to be a boxer is a complicated process. One must focus on several areas of fitness simultaneously, including general strength, speed, flexibility and reflexes. When seeking to increase the chances of a knockout, a boxer needs to focus specifically on increasing his or her power. However, like boxing itself, increasing punch strength is an integrated process. Simply increasing bicep power is not sufficient. A boxer needs general strength-training and additional work on technique to increase his or her power potential.

Things You'll Need

  • Dumbbells
  • Chin-up bar
  • Weight vest
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Instructions

  1. Increasing Strength

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      Bench press and perform a regulated program of weight training. Bicep strength is only the starting point for powerful punches. Boxers need to increase the muscle mass and strength of almost every muscle in the body. Obviously the arm muscles add to a punch's power, but so do the back, ab, glute, calf and shoulder muscles. All of these must be worked on to become a successful boxer.

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      Work on push-ups, including clapping push-ups. Clapping push-ups involve explosive movement toward the end of the push-up. When pushing yourself off the ground, hurl yourself upward high enough to clap your hands together before landing.

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      Do chin-ups. To increase resistance, use a weighted vest.

    Improve Technique

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      Train in the proper stance with feet about shoulder length apart, back heel lifted, hands up, chin down and eyes forward.

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      Aim punches properly and succinctly. Much of a boxer's power is actually based on better aim. By hitting more vulnerable parts of the opponent's body, a boxer can cause a better effect. For example, a punch to the chin is much more likely to knock your opponent out than a punch to the forehead.

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      Drill with a coach. Working with a heavy bag, punch mitt, and sparring partner are all essential to increasing a boxer's power.