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Boxing is a great spectator sport. It has fans on the edge of their seats cheering with every blow. For most people, their involvement in boxing stops at the fan level. However, those that choose to dabble in the sweet science reap enormous fitness and strength benefits.<\/p>\n

But boxing training has one other ace up its sleeve that makes it so appealing – you can practice it at home. If you’ve been thinking of building a home boxing gym, this post will provide you with everything you need to get fighting fit.<\/p>\n

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First off, why would you go through the effort of setting up a boxing gym?  If you’re sitting on the fence, here’re three good reasons to set up a home boxing gym.<\/p>\n

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#1: Killer Workout<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Nothing comes close to the intensity of a boxing workout. The start-stop full-on nature of boxing provides a HIIT workout that works every muscle in your body while sending your cardiovascular system into overdrive.The high-intensity means your body will be in fat burning mode during and long after the workout. A 30 minute session on the punching bag could destroy 300 calories!<\/p>\n

Besides the fitness benefits, boxing training also improves your hand-eye coordination and is a workout that is actually fun.<\/p>\n

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#2: Teach yourself self-defence<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Unfortunately, the world we live in isn’t always a safe and pleasant place. Bad things happen to good people, and you can find yourself in a dangerous situation through no fault of your own.<\/p>\n

When\/if this situation arises, you want to be confident you’ve got the skills to defend yourself.<\/p>\n

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#3: Inexpensive to Start<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Good news! Setting up a home boxing gym can cost as little as $200-$300 (even less if you buy second-hand equipment). Now, this kind of cash outlay wouldn’t get you a top of the line gym, but it will provide you with everything a beginner needs<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n

If you decide to take boxing to the next level, you can always upgrade or buy new equipment as and when you need it.<\/h4>\n

Equipment<\/span><\/h2>\n

Like most home gyms, some boxing equipment is essential and other items would be nice to have. If you’re balling on a budget, buying just the bare necessities will provide you with everything you need to improve your skills while still providing an INSANE workout.·<\/p>\n

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The Heavy Bag<\/strong><\/u><\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

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While shadow boxing is an important part of a boxer’s training, only swinging punches at fresh air can get boring. Pounding a heavy bag (80+ pounds) is a tough workout<\/u><\/a> that will improve your fitness, build lean muscle, and relieve stress.<\/p>\n

The heavy bag is the focal point of any boxing gym. It requires hardly any floor space, yet it affords you the opportunity to do a range of boxing workouts, while relieving your stress at the same time.<\/p>\n

When shopping for a heavy bag<\/u><\/a>, you have a number of options. In addition to the free standing hanging bag, you can get wall mounted bags, angled bags and even bags that are in the shape of your opponent. Yet, the old school hanging heavy bag remains the standard.<\/p>\n

Whether it’s hung from a wall mounted bracket, or an overhead beam, you need to have at least one hanging bag in your place. The mounting of your bag is very important.<\/p>\n

You need a solid, secure, mounting kit that will instill confidence when you’re pounding the hell out of your heavy bag. Go with a minimum of three quarter inch bolts and fasteners. When it comes to the bag itself, make sure that it is constructed of a heavy duty leather hide.<\/p>\n

Most bags are filled with tightly packed cloth rags, However, you want a bag that does give in a little bit, so that you don’t totally annihilate your hands.<\/p>\n

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Hand Wraps \/ Bandages<\/strong><\/u><\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

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Damaging your wrists and hands is easily done when you’re not used to the impact from punching. Using hand wraps will protect the knuckles and strengthen the wrist. Get into good habits from the very start by investing in some top notch wraps and bandages.<\/p>\n

Here’s what you need:<\/p>\n