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2008-10-09T00:33:00.000-07:00

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2008-10-07T00:00:00.001-07:00

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2008-08-11T03:38:00.000-07:00

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2008-08-07T05:57:00.000-07:00

HOW TO MOTIVATE YOUR BOXERS
Fortunately there are many
programs in this country that allow
boxer participation at many
different levels.
The national governing body of
amateur boxing is USA Boxing
which is responsible for the rules
and regulations of the sport. USA
Boxing sponsors the annual
National Boxing Championships,
National Junior Olympics, National
Sports Festival, Olympic and Pan-
American Game Trials and
Operation Gold and offers
scholarships to deserving boxers.
USA Boxing is headquartered at
the Olympic Training Center in
Colorado Springs and has a staff
of professionals that are supported
by a large national network of
volunteers. The country is divided
into 18 regions, each with a
chairman and are further dissected
into 60 associations each also with
a chairman. It is these volunteers
ESTABLISHED BOXING PROGRAMS
and their love of the sport which are
the backbone of the program.
The Silver Gloves Program is the
premiere event for 10-15 year-old
boxers. It is a superlative program
focused on developing young talent.
The following is a list of programs
with people to contact in reference
to these and other amateur boxing
programs.

2008-08-01T12:27:00.001-07:00

MOUTHPIECES
Also very important to the safety of the boxer is a
properly fitted and protective mouthpiece. The
assortment of mouthpieces available today is
overwhelming, so don’t rush into a mouthpiece
purchase until you are sure it provides the protection
you need. You may want to consult your dentist for
some advice. Talking to more experienced boxers can
give you some good input on the subject, too.
Make club T-shirts available for all members to
purchase. It creates pride and is good advertising
for the program. Set up a program
in which your boxers receive a free club jacket
or warm-up after participating in a required
number of bouts—ten to fifteen is a good number
to strive for.
Boxers, like any other athletes, need goals and
objectives to aim for, so consequently it is
necessary to set up a schedule of matches for
your competitive boxers to motivate them to stay
in shape. How long would football players
practice if there were no games scheduled?
Another good idea, especially if you have a good size team, is to support
several local charities such as Muscular Dystrophy, March of Dimes, Etc.
It is good for your boxers to appreciate the fact that there are many who
are less fortunate and need help. It is also great public relations for the
club. Have your team run collectively in some benefit 10K races all wearing
team T-shirts and running as a group.
All of these activities are geared to instill in your boxers the fact that through
work, persistence, diligence and pride, all goals and objectives can be
attained—a very important lesson to learn.

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT HANDWRAPS

2008-07-30T01:52:00.000-07:00

This is probably the most important piece of equipment
any boxer ever uses. The number one health reason
that a boxer quits boxing is a hand injury. As indicated
earlier, there are 26 small, delicate bones in every
human hand, and they take a huge amount of impact
during every workout. Handwraps are the first line of
defense against injury. There are several styles available.
Some are slightly elastic. Others are for smaller hands.
Your personal needs will determine what works best
for you.
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Classic Handwraps—Ultimate Handwraps
Mexican Handwraps—Junior Handwraps

2008-07-17T20:34:00.000-07:00

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
FROM RINGSIDE
WIPSS Jaw Joint Protector—Super Guard
The Shock Doctor—Black Beauty
Double Guard—Single Guard
GROIN PROTECTOR
The “cup” is another vital
piece of equipment. Many
styles and designs provide
a large variety of personal
protection needs. Some
of the larger designs not
only protect the groin
and the lower abdomen,
but also the hips and
upper abdomen. Ringside
also offers specific protectors
for women. The Female Groin-
Abdominal Protector provides
additional coverage for women’s hips and kidneys.
There are also chest protectors that aid in the defense
against chest blows and help protect the sternum.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
FROM RINGSIDE
Ultimate Classic No Foul Protector—No Foul
Protector—Groin Abdominal Protector—Mexican Style
No Foul Protector—Female No Foul Protector
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
As you become more
proficient in this sport, you
will probably want to expand
on your personal gear as well
as your competition gear.
Things like shoes, trunks,
competition headgear and
robes are some of the things
you may consider as you
progress. Ringside offers a
complete line of personal
equipment in our latest
catalog.

2008-07-08T04:27:00.000-07:00

PUNCH MITTS
As we mentioned in an earlier section of the manual,
punch mitts are a very effective and necessary tool
for any gym. They are used to work on offensive
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techniques and conditioning. They should have a thick,
foam padded target area with a secure glove on the
back to provide stability. It is also important that they
be long enough to protect the wrist.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
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Traditional Punch Mitts—Panther Punch Mitts—Ultra
Light Punch Mitts—Air Mitts
COACH SPAR MITTS
We discussed the advantages of Coach Spar Mitts for
your workout. The added option of teaching defense
makes these mitts a real plus for your gym.
SUPER BODY PROTECTOR
This piece of equipment is very helpful for teaching
body punching without the coach suffering the
consequences. This product gives your athlete the
ability to actually throw body punches at the body. The
use of the Heavy Hitter Pad will help protect you from
even the biggest punches.
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
Some additional equipment that you will find very
helpful includes the Maize Ball for learning to slip
punches, the Slip Stick for mobility and defense, and
the Heavybag Attachment for more punching options.
There are many more great tools that are all explained
in detail in our catalog.

2008-06-23T00:49:00.001-07:00

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
FROM RINGSIDE
Pro-Swivel—Super Swivel—Traditional Pro-Swivel
3. Speed Bag Platforms: The most important feature
of a speed bag platform is stability. Make sure that you
have a stable wall to mount it on. Because there is
a lot of vibration that occurs during the normal use of
this piece of equipment, it is a good idea to check
your platform often for loose nuts and bolts. Another
important feature of a good platform is the ability to
adjust the height easily. This is very important if you
have a gym with a large number of boxers.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
FROM RINGSIDE
Professional Model Speed Bag Platform
Middleweight Model Speed Bag Platform
Economical Model Speed Bag Platform
Ultimate Classic Speed Bag Platform

2008-06-19T02:51:00.001-07:00

SPEED BAGS
1. Speed Bags: Here again, there are a large variety
of brands and sizes available so you
will need to decide on the one that
is best for you. The smaller the
bag, the faster it moves, so you
will want to start out with a larger
bag and then as you get the
hang of it, you can go to a
smaller size.
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EQUIPMENT FROM
RINGSIDE
X-Small Speed Bag (5”x8”)
Small Speed Bag (6”x9”)
Medium Speed Bag (7”x10”)
Large Speed Bag (7”x11”)
2. Speed Bag Swivels: The selection of swivels
on the market provide for many different specific needs
and jobs. Some are designed for speed while others
are made to change bags or platforms easier. Try to
find the best design for you that will provide for speed,
durability and proper action.

2008-06-15T01:24:00.001-07:00

DOUBLE END BAGS
This bag is great for developing hand/eye coordination,
hand speed, combinations, and accuracy. Because
the bag bounces back when you hit it, you can also
practice your defensive techniques with this bag.
All in all, this is probably one
of the most effective teaching
tools in any gym. Here again,
there are a variety of sizes
and shapes available to cater
to your workout. The smaller
double end bags are faster
and more difficult to hit, so
start out with the larger one.
Even after your athletes
graduate to the smaller bags,
they will still get a great
workout on the original
bag.
If you aren’t able to drill into
your floor to mount a double
end bag, Ringside has a
great product that you can
use to anchor the bottom of
the bag. It’s called “The Rock”. It provides a very solid,
stable mount for your double end bag without having
to be mounted to anything.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
FROM RINGSIDE
Double End Bag—Double Double End Bag—Filled
Double End Bag

2008-06-09T23:12:00.001-07:00

HEAVYBAGS
You can find many different heavybags in an assortment
of weights, sizes and materials. Try to remember
that they all do the same job. The idea that buying
quality is best applies here just as it did with the
personal gear. Make sure that you get a bag that will
hold up to your workout
needs. Most gyms use
canvas heavybags because
they are less expensive. A
good canvas heavybag is
usually tough enough for
the normal workout. Many
of the bigger (or better
funded) gyms use leather
heavybags. The leather bag
represents a larger initial
investment, but in the long
run it will last much longer.
It is also possible to get
heavybags from Ringside
that are custom filled to
your preference. You can
get them with the regular
firm fill or with a soft fill that
provides a two-inch foam
liner in the bag to reduce
wear and tear on your
hands. Again, this is a
matter of preference. You
can also custom order bags
to different weights. In
addition, heavybags can be
ordered unfilled so that you can save money and fill
the bag to your own specifications.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
FROM RINGSIDE
Canvas Heavybag—Leather Heavybag—Powerhide
Heavybag—Water Bags—Headhunter Bag
Free Standing Heavybag

GYM EQUIPMENT

2008-06-08T00:02:00.001-07:00

The ideal combination of equipment that you need for
your gym will depend on your own specific program,
but we will try to give you a general idea of the basics
found in most gyms. There are large assortments of
different bags on the market today, and it can be
confusing. Try to stick to the basics in the beginning,
and then you can look to specialized bags as you
identify your individual training needs.

2008-05-22T02:40:00.000-07:00

FROM RINGSIDE
Ultimate Classic Training Gloves (lace or elastic)
Safety Training Gloves (lace or elastic)
International Style Training Gloves (lace or elastic)
Heavy-Hitter Gloves
Contender Training Gloves (lace or elastic)
Junior Safety Training Gloves
TRAINING HEADGEAR
This is a VITAL piece of personal equipment! The entire
purpose of the headgear is to protect that fragile little
computer that sits on your shoulders. Be sure that you
get the most protective headgear you possible can.
There are several brands and designs on the market,
so be sure to try to find the best protection, visibility
and fit for you. The best headgear is constructed of
leather. The headgear should fit snug so that it doesn’t
shift on your head
during your workout.
It should also be
designed for good
visibility without
compromising
protection.

2008-05-19T04:02:00.000-07:00

HOW TO WIN AN
AMATEUR BOUT
Generally speaking, it is more economical in the long
run to buy the best equipment that will provide both
safety and durability. Compare products and talk to
other boxers and coaches before you spend your
money. An intelligent coach will always recommend
Ringside.
TRAINING GLOVES
1. BAG GLOVES: It is important that the gloves you
use to hit the bags or work punch mitts will provide
you with optimal protection for your hands.
They should also be comparable in weight to the
gloves that you compete in. That way you will
condition your arms to handle the weight of
competition gloves.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
FROM RINGSIDE
Ultimate Bag Gloves—Super Bag Gloves—Power Bag
Gloves—Contender Super Bag Gloves
2. SPARRING GLOVES: Sparring Gloves come in
many different sizes and designs. The sizes usually
range from 14 oz. to 18 oz. The heavier gloves
will naturally provide a greater level of protection,
and at the same time will force the arms to work
harder because of the added weight. The different
designs are basically divided into two distinct
groups—lace-up and elastic. This difference
refers to the way the glove is put on the boxer.
The lace-up design is the traditional glove design
that requires someone to lace the glove and tie it
on the boxer. The elastic wrist design is much

PROPER EQUIPMENT FOR AMATEUR BOXING
simpler and quicker for a coach to put on the athlete.
Someone with a lot of boxers or a limited number of
sparring gloves should consider this time saver. The
other design differences are just a matter of preference.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

2008-05-15T07:43:00.000-07:00

BASIC RULES
1. No hitting below the
belt or behind the head.
2. No kidney punches.
3. No holding.
4. No hitting with the
open glove.
5. No hitting on the break
6. Never talk to the referee
of your opponent during
the bout.
7. Protect yourself at
all times.
8. No holding and hitting.
9. No moving in on an
opponent unless your
hands are in front of
your head.
10. No intentional spitting
out of your mouthpiece.
11. An eight second rest
is given when a boxer
appears hurt.
12. When an opponent
is knocked down,
proceed to the furthest
neutral corner.
13. Remember that points
are scored on boxing
ability, not on the
power of the punches.
DIET

LOSING WEIGHT

2008-05-02T03:42:00.000-07:00

Generally speaking, you will be better off boxing in the lowest possible
weight class so that you might have a power and strength advantage.
There is a limit to how far you can go, and your body will usually
tell you that limit.Bringing your weight down must be done gradually,
not in one week. Do not fast. Eat fruits, vegetables and low
calorie meats.
Amateur bouts are judged by trained officials who are counting the
number of effective blows that are landed, but the factor of human
nature should still be considered. Judges will look for certain things
that can influence their vote. The following are a few of these things.
1. When you come into the ring, appear confident, but never cocky.
Act like you know what you’re doing and try to achieve eye contact
with the judges. Smile and nod to them.
2. Always exercise sportsman-like conduct even if your opponent
calls your mother a name. Your opponent wants you to display
bad sportsmanship for his advantage.
3. Never, EVER showboat, such as talking to your opponent, shuffling
your feet or dropping your hands, etc. The judges do not like it
and will vote against you. Judges like and favor boxers who have
a classic style of keeping their hands up and moving gracefully.
4. If you have been assigned to the red corner, wear a predominantly
red uniform. If you are boxing out of the blue corner, wear
predominantly blue. This will make you and your punches easier
for the judge to identify.

RING GENERALSHIP

2008-04-25T23:16:00.000-07:00

The proper diet for a boxer would be much like the proper diet for
a wrestler or sprinter. A high carbohydrate diet with a fair amount of
protein and low fat is a real plus. A boxer should eat balanced meals
of meat, fish, poultry, vegetables, fruits and whole grain breads and
cereals.
Try to avoid eating large amounts of red meat. Eat more fish, chicken
and turkey. Avoid processed foods that are full of chemicals such as
potato chips, most snacks, ice cream, etc. Sugar is a poison to the
body. Keep its use to a minimum level. Because boxing is so vigorous,
it is advisable that a daily vitamin supplement be used. Drink a large
amount of water to replenish lost liquids and to clean out your system.
Adelle Davis, a famous nutritionist said it best, “You are what you
eat”.

2008-04-19T01:23:00.001-07:00

11. IF A BLOW IS MISSED OR
YOU ARE OFF-BALANCE,
COVER UP AND PROTECT
YOURSELF.
12. PUZZLE THE OPPONENT BY
A VARIETY OF MANEUVERS.
Rarely do the same thing
twice in succession.
13. WHENEVER YOUR
OPPONENT GETS
SET TO HIT, MOVE.

2008-04-09T03:00:00.000-07:00

RING STRATEGY
1. USE YOUR HEAD. Fight with
your head, not your hands. Outthink
your opponent, and you will
out-box him.
2. BE IN CONDITION. Nothing
makes up for good physical
conditioning.
3. RELAX.
If you are tense, you expend energy.
4. KNOW THE FUNDAMENTALS.
There will be many chances to
use them.
5. APPEAR CONFIDENT AT
ALL TIMES. If you are hurt,
don’t show it.
6. NEVER FORGET THAT YOUR
OPPONENT IS AS TIRED AS
YOU ARE.
7. THE LEFT HAND IS THE
SAFEST LEAD. Use it often.
8. KEEP MOVING. To stand in one
spot means you are an easy target.
However, don’t jump around and
make unnecessary movements.
9. CARRY YOUR HANDS
HIGH AT ALL TIMES.
10. PUNCH WHEN YOUR
OPPONENT IS IN RANGE.
If you wait, you will be punched.

2008-04-07T04:23:00.000-07:00

HOW TO BOX A TALL OPPONENT
1. A tall opponent is probably accustomed to having opponents
come to him. Make him come to you
2. If he won’t come to you, move in fast and hit. Remain there if you
are successful, otherwise move out quickly.
HOW TO BOX A RUSHER
1. Sidestep and stick with the left
jab followed by a right when
possible.
2. If the rusher gets close, shell up
and move in, giving him no
punching room.
HOW TO BOX A JABBER
1. Keep your right hand in proper
defensive position to catch
the jab.
2. Slip or duck the jab and move in
to counter to the body or head.
3. Continually force your opponent
and try to corner him on the ropes
so that close range can be
attained.
HOW TO BOX A SLUGGER
1. Keep moving. Don’t let your opponent get set.
2. Move in quickly and launch a sudden attack.
3. Move out quickly and don’t slug.
HOW TO BOX A SOUTH-PAW
(LEFT HANDED BOXER)
1. Don’t lead. Make the south-paw come to you.
2. All south-paws have very powerful straight left hands. Always circle
to your left, away from the left hand. Keep your right hand (catcher’s
mitt) ready to catch his big left hand if he throws it.
3. When the south-paw throws a jab, slip to his left and counter
with a left hook.
4. Remember the left hook is the most effective weapon against
a south-paw.

2008-04-02T04:12:00.000-07:00

INFIGHTING
This is the art of boxing at close
range. To obtain the inside position,
it is necessary to advance quickly,
slip, weave, duck, draw, or feint.
COMBINATIONS
This is a series of blows delivered in a
natural sequence so that an opening
may result. As a combination is thrown,
the punches should increase in
intensity so that the later blows have
more power.
BASIC COMBINATIONS
1. Double or triple left jab to
the chin.
2. Left jab to the chin followed
by a left jab to the body.
3. Left jab to the body followed
by a left jab to the chin.
4. Left jab to the chin, straight
right to the chin (the old
one-two).
5. Left jab to the chin and a
straight right to the body.
6. Left jab to the body and a
straight right to the chin.
7. Left jab to the chin, straight
right to the chin and a left hook
to the chin.
8. Left jab to the body and a
straight right to the body.
9. Hooking off the jab—left jab
to the chin and a left hook to
the chin.
10. Left jab to the chin, straight
right to the body and a left
hook to the chin.
11. Straight right to the body and
a left hook to the chin.
12. Straight right to chin and a
left hook to the chin.
13. Straight right to the chin and
a left hook to the body.
Ring generalship is a general plan of strategy thought out in advance
of the bout which attempts to nullify the opponent’s strength and
take advantage of his weakness. It also means having the ability to
adapt one’s style to that of the opponent.

2008-03-27T04:23:00.001-07:00

Block with your hands and
forearms, kept in front of your
head and body.

FEINTING, DRAWING,
SHELLING-UP AND
INFIGHTING
FEINTING
Feinting is a characteristic of the advanced boxer. It requires using the
eyes, hands, body and legs in a single effort to deceive the opponent,
to create openings.
1. ARM FEINTS: This includes simply appearing to punch a specific
area with one hand and then doing the opposite.
2.BODY FEINTS: This includes making various movements with the
body to check your opponent’s reaction, such as advancing quickly,
dropping your knees or pivoting your shoulders.
DRAWING
Drawing is similar to feinting. In feinting, an opening is created, while
in drawing, some part of the body or head is left unprotected in order to
entice the opponent into throwing a specific blow, so that a counter attack
can be executed.
SHELLING UP
This simply means to completely
cover your head and body so that no
vulnerable area is exposed. It is
especially effective when moving
an opponent to work off his chest
and cut off the punching room.
Your hands must be kept in front
of your head or a foul for butting
will be called.

2008-03-25T04:26:00.000-07:00

BASIC DEFENSE
INSIDE SLIP: This involves bending at
the knees and dropping the upper body
forward to the left, inside of the opponent’s
left jab. Your head should end up directly
over your left knee. This is a somewhat
dangerous move because you are moving
into your opponent’s right hand.
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ADVANCED TECHNIQUES
THE LEFT HOOK
The left hook is the most difficult punch to learn correctly. It should never
be used as a lead punch, only when actual openings are present.
1. This is usually thrown from a close position after a
left jab or a right hand.
2. Use the left foot and hip to pivot or turn your body while
bringing up the elbow to a horizontal position.
3. The forearm should be parallel to the ground when
the hook lands.
4. The hook is most often thrown with:
• Palm In: With this hook, the palm of the hand faces your body.
This is somewhat difficult to master, but when thrown
correctly it can be extremely effective.
5. Keep your left knee bent for balance.
6. Return to the “on guard” position.
DEFENSE TO THE LEFT HOOK
1. Forearm Block: Cover the right side of your head with your right
arm and touch your ear with your right glove.
2. Ducking: Bend your upper body forward from the waist and dip both
knees allowing your head to drop underneath the hook. While ducking,
be sure not to take your eyes off your opponent.
UPPERCUTS
1. These are usually thrown from the inside with the right after closing
the distance with a left jab or hook. Your arm should be in a half-bent
position and should not dip below the waistline.
DEFENSE AGAINST
UPPERCUTS
1. The most effective defense is
merely stepping back out of range.

2008-03-19T05:47:00.000-07:00

STRAIGHT RIGHT
For the beginner, this will be your power punch because
it is delivered with the weight of the body.
1. The right is normally thrown after the left jab.
2. Throw the right from the face and bring the
right elbow up to about shoulder level.
3. The left knee should be bent for balance.
4. Your power will be derived by pushing and
pivoting the right foot, whipping your right
shoulder forward and pivoting the hips.
5. Return the right immediately to the head.
DEFENSE AGAINST THE STRAIGHT RIGHT
1. Keeping the left hand in proper position in front of the head should
block most rights.
2. DUCK OR SLIP: Drop the upper body and head forward and to the
left, allowing the right to pass safely by. Be sure to keep your hands in front
of your head as a backup system and also that you will not be cautioned
for head-butting.
2. SLIPPING: This involves avoiding a blow without actually moving
the body out of range. The purpose of slipping is to avoid the blow and
maintain the position to counter. It calls for exact timing and judgment.
To be effective, it must be executed so that the blow is escaped by only
the smallest margin. The two basic slips are outside and inside.
OUTSIDE SLIP: This involves bending at the knees and dropping
the upper body forward and to the right, outside of your opponent’s
left hand. The outside slip is relatively safe because you are slipping
away from the right hand. Always take your catcher’s mitt with you when
you slip as a backup system
These basic defensive maneuvers should be practiced over and over
with a teammate so that they eventually become a reflex action. Have
your partner throw punches in slow motion while you block them. After
the technique is mastered, have him pick up the pace to simulate the
real thing.
DEFENSE AGAINST THE LEFT JAB
1. THE CATCH: The left jab is caught in the palm of the open right
glove (catcher’s mitt). Do not reach out for the jab. Let it come to you.
Be sure to keep up resistance in your right hand so you don’t hit
yourself.