Due to the upcoming fight Calzaghe Vs Hopkins , i thought i would post a Joe Calzaghe  Hightlight video

Due to the upcoming fight Hopkins Vs Calzaghe , i thought i would post a Bernard Hopkins Hightlight video

Well , I’m not a big Boxing fan , and i don’t watch it as much as i do UFC.

As we had Mayweather and Hatten both fight on 8th Dec 07 , we now have Hopkins Vs Calzaghe on the 19th April (On my birthday yepee)

Joe Calzaghe is a fighter from Wales at the age of 43 and to say hes going to take on Bernard Hopkins who is undefeated and 10 years younger , its got to say a lot about Calzaghe.

So who’s going to win Calzaghe the one who has more experience and has been boxing longer , or the younger fitter and undefeated Hopkins?

What can i say , this was a grate first round KO by Amir Khan , who was 21 today.

I expected this to go a few rounds but was shocked when it ended within a few minutes in round one.

Graham Earl had no chance of winning from the get go, mostly everyone knows that Graham Earl is a slow strater,  with the speed and pace of Amir Khan it was a easy fight for him.

Amir Khan knocked Earl down within the first minute , after the ref said carry on Amir Khan was on him again like a shoot throwing lefts and rights knocking Earl down again for the last and final time before the ref stopped the fight to give Amir Khan anther win.

What a weekend we have with Amir Khan vs Graham Earl on ITV 1 at 9.55pm And Ricky Hatton Vs Floyd Mayweather at 11pm on Sky Box Office HD

Ricky Hatton is undefeated with a career record of 43 wins with 32 of them wins by KO , he has also been the former Champion of many titles.

Floyd Mayweather is also undefeated with a career record of 38 wins with 24 of them being from KO’s , he has won six world championships in five different weight classes.

This fight is going to be a blast , as both of them do not want to end there undefeated streak.

Has Hatten got what it takes to win the bad mouth Mayweather?

Well tonight we have Amir Khan vs Graham Earl on ITV 1 at 9.55pm

Amir Khan is defending his title against Earl, Amir Khan is still unbeaten since he started his boxing career a few years ago.

 Amir Khan’s undefeated streak is 14 wins with 11 by KO

Now turning 21 today , will this be his biggest test?

If you are interested in boxing, first you much find some place to practice. Most gyms will have the equipment you will need but there may also be clubs in your area that teach boxing. You will need to have access to the equipment necessary for the training and conditioning necessary for boxers. This equipment will include jump ropes, medicine balls, punching bags, weights, exercise mats, mirrors, and possibly a boxing ring.

After you have found the right training facility you can begin your training and conditioning program. Be aware that it will probably take you a few months to a year to actually be prepared to box. Hours of practice with jumping rope and exercises, your footwork, the punching bag, and the basic punches will be necessary.

Specific exercises that are essential for boxing include sit ups and leg raises. As with any sport, you will need to build up your endurance and strength. Working with a medicine ball and weights is also important.

You will find that practicing your footwork and punches will be an important part of your routine. Having the quickness and agility to move your feet is essential for boxing. You will learn to slide your feet across the floor, keeping them close together, and never crossing them over each other. There are four basic punches you will learn: the jab, the uppercut, the cross, and the hook. The jab is the busiest punch. You will use it to keep your opponent at a distance. It is delivered with your lead hand. The uppercut is a powerful, vertical swing that is meant to put your opponent off balance. The cross is usually a second punch done with either hand after an initial blow. The hook is thrown with your lead hand and is short, lateral punch with a twist just before impact.

It is important to use the proper equipment to help avoid injury. You will need to purchase a mouthpiece to protect your teeth, lips, and gums, a cup to protect your groin area if you are male and boxing shoes for ankle and leg protection. The facility you are practicing in should provide boxing gloves and headgear, if required. It should be noted that using hand wraps will protect the bones in your hand and also help to support the wrist.

The sport of boxing can be a great way to get exercise. You will find that the training will help you increase your endurance, quickness, and agility.

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Boxing requires you to have the ability to move quickly from left to right and backward and forward. You will find that the best exercise to develop this quickness is jumping rope. It will also help you with your coordination, agility, footwork, and endurance. Be aware that it will take time and practice to become proficient at jumping rope. Do not get frustrated and replace it with an alternative exercise. Jumping rope is the best exercise for boxers.

You will need to find the rope that works best for you. Most ropes are 9 feet in length but if you are over 6 feet tall you may require a 10 foot rope. To find the right length for your height, step on the middle of the rope. If the handles measure to your armpits you have the right length. It may be necessary to actually shorten the rope but be careful not to cut too much off. It is best to cut an inch or so off, measure, and cut more off if necessary. It is also important to keep the rope from kinking as this will affect your spinning speed.

It is also important to use the proper surface for jumping rope. You will find that a wood floor, outdoor track, gym mat, or tennis court will be the most forgiving to your ankles and feet. The boxing ring itself is an ideal surface. Do not jump rope on a concrete floor. Also choose cross training shoes for jumping rope. The shoes you use for boxing do not provide enough cushion so use them only for boxing.

To avoid frustration when learning to jump rope, start out with short sessions until you are able to jump without tripping. Practice regularly and build up to 1 to 3 minute rounds. You may want to jump several times during your work out with rest periods in between.

There are many jumping styles you can learn which will help you to not get bored with your routine. The most common pattern is just running in place. This is great for conditioning. Another pattern is double unders. This requires the rope to make two turns with every one jump. Do not attempt this until you have become proficient with running in place. Another variation is the criss-cross. You cross your arms and jump through the rope and uncross your arms and jump through the rope. Combining these and other styles will allow you to improve your coordination and agility.

Another variation is to move around while jumping rope, i.e., frontward, backward or side to side. This will help with agility and endurance and improve your footwork. Consider moving in a pattern such as a square (around the ring) or a circle.

Learning to jump rope provides a great way to work out and improves your endurance and your quickness. With its low cost, around $5.00, you will get a valuable training tool and a quality workout.

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