I think the vast majority of combat sports specialists will agree that Mixed Martial Arts is the purest form of unarmed combat. However, street fighting isn’t a fair or regulated match. It’s sporadic, unexpected, and often occurs in awkward situations. I’d also like to make it clear that there is no better method of self-defense…
No, unlike the WWE, professional boxing isn’t staged or fake. The two boxers are genuinely fighting under the Marquess of Queensbury Rules. This means there are some regulations on what is or isn’t permissible during the bout. However, the fights aren’t scripted or rehearsed, the fighters are actually fighting and actively trying to hurt their…
The answer to the question fundamentally depends on whether boxing produces more ethically positive outcomes rather than negative. However, with morals being subjective, there is no tangible way to measure the effects of a sport like boxing on society at large. Both sides of the argument have equally valid points so people’s opinions will often…
Boxing is a good base for Mixed Martial Arts but it isn’t the best. It is simply one facet of the game and the way its implemented is completely different in the two sports due to the fundamental differences between them. That being said, boxing is an essential skill in MMA and is greatly beneficial…
Does weighing more than your opponent help in a boxing match? Well, actually it does. Although there are some exceptions, there is often a correlation between weight and strength. While boxing is hardly predicated on strength, it is still a useful attribute and can greatly help boxers in the clinch and punch exchanges. The other…
I think people often make the stereotype that boxers are violent or aggressive people by nature. It’s then easy to make the connection between physical aggression and testosterone. As there have been numerous studies suggesting a correlation between testosterone and aggression, many people assume that boxers have high testosterone. So this beckons the question, does…
Height can certainly be an advantage in boxing and it usually is. Taller people tend to have longer arms which means they have a longer reach. This means they are able to hit their opponent when they are out of range. Being taller also means you are further away from your opponent and thus harder…
Age plays a large role in any combat sport. Most boxers peak physically at around 30. They start to decline at around 35 and by 40 most boxers will be completely spent. There are exceptions to this, for instance, Bernard Hopkins and George Foreman who fought at an elite level well past their 40s. However,…
Boxing IQ is your natural intuition to understand the technical aspects of boxing. Everything from game planning to distance management is part of boxing IQ. It’s essentially how well your brain can adapt and make decisions in the ring. The better you are at making these decisions and remaining composed whilst doing so is an…
The answer to this question fundamentally depends on how good you are at boxing and what you want from your career. Boxing is a vicious combat sport and the risks are just as high as the rewards. If you happen to be a highly talented boxer with an extreme work ethic, there is a chance…