Wondering, “is boxing a good workout?”
For an all-encompassing mind and body workout, look no further than boxing.
Sounds great, but is boxing a good workout, really?
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Works Every Muscle
Wondering, “is boxing a good workout?”
How else do you think you’re going to dodge and counter punches at lightning speed?
(BTW, here’show to throw a punch like a boxing pro.)
And if anyone tells you that boxing is predominantly an upper-body workout, they’re doing it wrong.
“You’ll also work your back, shoulders, and core,” says Santa.
Super Stress Relieving
Whatever’s got you ready to snap, boxing will help you calm down.
It’s unlike any other workout," saysArnold Gonzalez, a professional boxer.
(ICYDK, boxing definitely falls into the high-intensity category.)
Helps Improve Coordination
Hand-eye coordination is key for boxing.
Muhammad Ali didn’t “float like a butterfly” for nothing.
(See for yourself with this15-minute boxing interval workout from SWEAT’s Monica Jones.)
Burns Major Calories Fast
The main physical benefit beginner boxers will see is cardiovascular, says Santa.
“Boxing improves your resting heart rate andmuscular endurance,” he says.
That lowered resting heart rate and increased stamina can give you an edge in your other workouts.
Plan to punch away anywhere from 200 to 400 calories (for a 140-pound individual) per half hour.
(Here’s anat-home boxing circuit workoutto get you started.)
“Boxing requires complete focus, which makes the time fly by,” says Santa.
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