| Edition |
Second edition. |
| Description |
175 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
Equipment for training -- Types of boxing gyms -- Getting into physical condition -- Wrapping the hands -- Stance and footwork -- The training session -- Primary punches -- Defenses against punches -- Body punching -- Combinations -- Counterpunching -- Fighting styles of opponents -- Sparring -- Ring strategy -- Divisions, classifications, and weights -- Responsibilities of trainers -- College boxing -- Instant reference guide. |
| Summary |
"The illustrations, explanations, and techniques presented in Boxing Basics provide everything needed to excel in the sport of boxing. Easy to follow explanations and illustrations introduce the reader to the sport by providing information on training equipment, types of boxing gyms, and how to get into fighting shape. The bulk of this boxing text is devoted to providing progressive steps in the learning of the sport of boxing. It begins by presenting the primary elements of boxing and ranges to advanced skills. The Instant Reference Guide is a special feature designed for busy persons. It provides fast-track references to the important points in every chapter. This publication can be used as a how-to reference guide for trainers as well as beginners."--Publisher description. |
| Subject |
Boxing.
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| ISBN |
9781432725068 paperback $24.95 |
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1432725068 paperback |
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