Boxing Exercise Dvd

This article has 5 things to look for when choosing an authentic fitness boxing workout DVD.

Walk into your local sports and you will find hundreds of sets of boxing gloves, punch mitts (a.k.a focus pads), and punching bags. However, there are hardly any authentic DVDs to show you how to use this equipment, let alone give you a good workout.

Most of the DVDs available are aerobics style. In other words, they are done to a music beat, shadow boxing, without any boxing equipment. Think Jane Fonda, with a few air punches and kicks thrown in.

Now this may be exactly what you are looking for - an aerobics DVD, without punching a boxing bag or punch mitts. But what happens if you want an authentic workout where you actually punch the pads/mitts with a partner at home. Or perhaps you want to train with a punching bag in your garage. You need a DVD that guides you through all this. Before buying, here's a checklist to consider.

• Look for a DVD that shows you how to use actual boxing equipment. Authentic fitness boxing training is not box-aerobics. You want to learn to use your boxing equipment right? For example, if it's punch mitts you've got (a.k.a focus pads), you need to learn how to hold them, how to punch them and what combos to use. Many people do not know how to hold punch mitts. When I teach and accredit Personal Trainers in how to deliver authentic mitt work for their clients, the first thing I do is correct their holding positions for the jab, cross, uppercut, hook and then the combos. If they hold them too wide their boxer /client punches too wide, resulting in poor results and an unsafe workout for both partners.
• Look for a DVD that is taught by someone with a background in authentic fitness boxing. The problem with many kickboxing, boxing or martial arts DVDs is they are taught by Personal Trainers or Fitness Instructors without a background in the sport. Selecting the right DVD is just like selecting the right martial arts or boxing class. Find someone with experience, friendliness and someone who can explain things clearly and simply. When I say experience, I mean someone who has already given actual results to others.
• Look for a DVD that understands the dangers involved in a Kick Boxing and Boxing Workouts. Boxing & kickboxing, even for fitness, are impact sports, with a lot of power generated into the mitt or bag. Also, anyone who has taught a fitness boxing workout to a large group knows it can be a handful, with different size partners, beginners etc. It's even more difficult when taught via a DVD or MP3 because the Trainer is not actually present. Proper mitt and pad holding technique needs to be explained to the viewer before the workout kicks off.
• Look for a DVD that shows you authentic combinations. Too many "boxing" DVDs are just Jab Jab Jab Jab...you get the idea. But if you're going to really get fit you need some combinations (or combos). Why? Because the more punches you throw, the fitter you will get. Endless straight punches gets boring - it's combos that bring your workouts alive. For example, Double Left Jab, Right, Left Hook, Right (L,L,R,LH,R) is a great 5 punch combo, that real boxers use. Combos or are a test of skill, speed and fitness.
• Look for a DVD you can grow into. Most people can manage a L,R (Left Jab, Right Cross) combination into the punch mitts, However a L,R,LU,R,LH,R combo is not so simple. It's important the dvd you select starts with the basics then "adds on" more advanced punches and combinations that you can grow into. If it goes too fast, you can always pause or slow-mo the DVD.

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Your Fitness Boxing Pro Trainer is Patrick Moore - author, blackbelt, former Pro corner man and the founder of Fitness Boxing International. Patrick ran his first class in 1994, and now helps women and men get fighting fit at home without the gym, using boxing workouts you can download.

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Small Arhat Boxing (DVD) $15.93 Small Arhat Boxing (DVD)

Routine 3 Of Small Arms Through Boxing (DVD) $15.93 Routine 3 Of Small Arms Through Boxing (DVD)

Steve Collins' Boxing Hard Men (DVD) $7.43 Steve Collins' Boxing Hard Men (DVD)

Boxing In And Out Of The Ring (DVD) $4.43 A programme which looks at the men behind the sport of boxing when the FBI investigated the International Boxing Federation for corruption. Running Time: 91 min

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Seven Star Boxing (DVD) $15.93 DETAILED INSTRUCTON OF THE FORM MADE POPULAR IN THE FILM CROUCHING TIGER. THE MOVEMENT IS ALSO A STANDARD REQUIREMENT IN THE GRADING SYALLBUS FOR SHAOLIN BOXING.

Big Cannon Boxing - Routine 2 (DVD) $15.93 FURTHER INSTRUCTION ON THE BIG CANNON BOXING TECHNQIUES OF SHAOLIN BOXING

Authentic Cardio Boxing (DVD) $44.73 Long before boxing and kickboxing became buzz words in the fitness industry, real boxers were shadowboxing to music in an effort to improve their levels of rhythm, timing, agility, and speed. Authentic Cardio Boxing explains how to add these skills to the list of cardiovascular benefits provided by engaging in an aerobic workout. The DVD details how to get back to the authentic fundamentals of pugilism by learning to perform actual boxing techniques that are derived from the ring, thereby adding a shot of adrenaline to an organization’s cardio workouts. Among the topics covered: lecture, warm-up, workout, and cool-down. Produced in cooperation with IDEA Health & Fitness Association.

Water Exercise Progressions (DVD) $62.64 Water Exercise Progressions presents a comprehensive overview of water exercise progressions for developing the musculature of both the upper and the lower body. Featuring two separate video programs—Upper Body Water Exercise Progressions and Lower Body Water Exercise Progressions, the DVD explains and demonstrates a variety of exercises that can be performed in shallow and deep water. The DVD also reviews how to apply sound biomechanical principles to a water-exercise class format. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Exercise and Diabetes (DVD) $44.73 Exercise and Diabetes explains how diabetes can be affected in a positive way by exercise. The DVD reviews how exercise can have a significant effect in helping diabetics control their disease and reduce their risk to life-threatening complications. Information and guidelines for health/fitness professionals concerning how to prescribe sound exercise programs for their diabetic clients are provided. The DVD explains why and how regular exercise can be sound medicine for diabetic sufferers when properly prescribed. Among the topics covered: blood glucose control (normal; diabetic), benefits of exercise for diabetics, risks of exercise for diabetics, how to avoid the risks of exercise how to avoid hypoglycemia, and exercise prescription for diabetics. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Ali's Dozen (2006) - Boxing DVD $15.99 Ali's Dozen (2006) - Boxing DVD While the wonderful words and intellect of Muhammad Ali helped make him the most powerful and influential sports figure in history his boxing abilities provided the substance to support those words. This program features Ali's greatest and most important rounds as selected by Muhammad himself. Hosted by Chuck D all interviews are with Ali�s opponents and/or eyewitnesses who attended the fights.

Stronger Seniors: Core Fitness Chair Exercise (DVD) $28.67 STRONGER SENIORS-CORE FITNESS CHAIR EXERCISE(DVD)

The Risks of Exercise Training (DVD) $44.73 The Risks of Exercise Training examines the degree to which exercise might be dangerous for “healthy� adults. The DVD reviews the historical risk of exercise-related complications occurring and examines the need for establishing and practicing emergency procedures to handle such situations should they arise. Among the topics covered: bad outcomes during exercise, the value of exercise according to the Greeks and Romans, “athlete’s heart�, historical risk of exercise-related complications, sudden cardiac death vs. myocardial infarction, and risk of complications in cardiac rehab. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Muay Thai And Kick Boxing - Vol. 2 (DVD) $11.93 A look at the sports of Muay Thai Boxing and Kickboxing. Running Time: 80 min

Muay Thai And Kick Boxing - Vol. 3 (DVD) $11.93 A look at the sports of Muay Thai Boxing and Kickboxing. Running Time: 80 min

Muay Thai And Kick Boxing - Vol. 5 (DVD) $11.93 A look at the sports of Muay Thai Boxing and Kickboxing. Running Time: 80 min

Muay Thai And Kick Boxing - Vol. 4 (DVD) $11.93 A look at the sports of Muay Thai Boxing and Kickboxing. Running Time: 80 min

Functional Exercise Training (DVD) $67.12 Functional Exercise Training explains and demonstrates exercise progressions for increasing the level of muscular strength and endurance for the primary muscles of the lower body, upper body, and torso. A progressive, functional exercise continuum for each of these key muscles is reviewed in detail. Features three separate video programs on one DVD: Lower- Body Functional Training; Upper-Body Functional Training; and Functional Abdominal and Lower Back Training. The progressive functional continuum presented in the DVD is applicable for group exercise instructors, personal trainers, and program directors. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Ali (2001) - Boxing DVD $14.98 Ali (2001) - Boxing DVD In 1964 a brash new pro boxer fresh from his olympic gold medal victory explodes on to the scene Cassius Clay. Bold and outspoken he cuts an entirely new image for African American's in sport with his proud public self confidence with his unapologetic belief that he is the greatest boxer of all time. To his credit he sets out to prove that with his highly agile and forceful style soon making him a formidable boxer who soon claims the heavyweight championship. His personal life is no less noteworthy with his allegiance to the Nation of Islam his friendship with the controversial Malcolm X and his abandonment of his slave name in favour of Muhammad Ali stirring up controversy. Yet at the top of his game both Ali's personal and professional lives face the ultimate test with the military draft rules are changed making him eligible for military induction during the Vietnam War. Despite the fact that he could easily agree to a sweetheart deal that would have meant an easy tour of duty for himself Ali refuses to submit on principle to cooperate in an unjust war for a racist nation that treated his people so poorly. The cost of that stand is high as he finds himself unable to legally box in his own country while his case is contested in court. What follows is a battle for a man who would sacrifice so much for what he believes in and a comeback that would cement his legend as one of the great sports figures of all time.

Monitoring Exercise Training (DVD) $44.73 Monitoring Exercise Training presents a detailed overview of how individuals can determine whether their exercise program is working. The DVD reviews approaches to monitoring training that are designed to help individuals know whether their exercise program is achieving the desired results and whether they need to make adjustments in their training regimen based on the results of their evaluation. Among the topics covered: approaches to monitoring training, anaerobic threshold, How do athletes actually train?, evaluating training, and summary. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Exercise Through Menopause (DVD) $44.73 Exercise Through Menopause reviews the role that exercise can play in dealing with the symptoms and increased health risks associated with traversing menopause. The DVD discusses what type of training should be included in an exercise prescription to help empower women in their midlife to take charge of their health and their bodies. Among the topics covered: physiologic changes and health effects associated with menopause, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, weight management, and pelvic floor issues related to menopause, exercise prescription guidelines for midlife women, and how to correctly perform pelvic floor (Kegel) exercises. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Dumbbell Exercise Training (DVD) $62.64 Dumbbell Exercise Training presents a comprehensive overview of how to perform upper-body and lower-body strength training exercises using dumbbells. Featuring two separate video programs—Dumbbell Exercise Techniques and Total Body Exercises with Dumbbells, the DVD offers information and instructional advice on techniques, errors, spotting, and progressions for performing dumbbell exercises. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

The Importance of Exercise Intensity for Health and for Prescribing Exercise (DVD) $44.73 While the frequency and duration of exercise are the same for all persons, exercise intensity is more complex because it can be expressed in absolute terms (METs, Kcal/min) and in relative terms (%VO2 max, % 1RM). Disagreement exists whether exercise intensity should be expressed relative to a maximal value (%VO2 max, %HRmax) or to a submaximal value (% above or below the lactate or ventilatory threshold). The Importance of Exercise Intensity for Health and for Prescribing Exercise discusses the importance of exercise intensity for various health states, as well as its importance for prescribing exercise. Among the topics covered: definition and discussion of absolute and relative intensity of exercise, importance of exercise intensity for total mortality, coronary heart disease, serum lipids, stroke, hypertension, weight loss, type 2 diabetes mellitus, osteoporosis, and peripheral arterial occlusive disease, problems associated with high-intensity exercise, effect of exercise intensity and fitness on a) exercise duration and b) responses to exercise, and need for more detailed information in order to give more individualized exercise prescriptions. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Stronger Seniors: Yoga Chair Exercise for Fitness (DVD) $28.79 STRONGER SENIORS-YOGA CHAIR EXERCISE FOR FITNESS FOR FITNESS (DVD)

Boxing Top 10(2000) (DVD) $6.43 A collection of top fights from the archives to the present. Includes greatest knock-outs, comebacks, big finishes, fights and fighters. Cast List: Joe Frazier , George Foreman , Joe Louis , Mike Tyson , Marvin Hagler , Muhammad Ali Produced: 2000 Running Time: 60 min A collection of top fights from the archives to the present. Includes greatest knock-outs, comebacks, big finishes, fights and fighters. The Sun have trawled the greatest boxing archives in the world to create an explosive collection of boxing action from early fighting legends to modern day 'monsters' of the ring.

The Science and Practice of Exercise Prescription (DVD) $44.73 The Science and Practice of Exercise Prescription offers a detailed overview of exercise prescription as it relates to individuals of all ages and fitness levels. In a practical, easy-to-understand manner, the DVD explains and demonstrates objective and subjective ways to determine exercise intensity and to prescribe exercise. Among the topics covered: how age and attitude affect an individual’s overall fitness level, how to determine the “best� form of exercise, how to determine exercise intensity—objectively & subjectively, and how to apply the “art� of exercise prescription. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Exercise Prescription When There's No Exercise Test: The Talk Test (DVD) $44.73 Exercise Prescription When There’s No Exercise Test: The Talk Test details a unique way of prescribing exercise that can be useful when an exercise test is not available. The DVD reviews the steps involved in employing the talk test to prescribe exercise. Among the topics covered: exercise training, exercise prescription, training intensity, historical background—studies, and talk test for exercise RX. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Play it to the Bone (2000) - Boxing DVD $9.98 Play it to the Bone (2000) - Boxing DVD Two aging fighters in LA friends get a call from a Vegas promoter because his undercard fighters for a Mike Tyson bout that night are suddenly unavailable. He wants them to box each other. They agree as long as the winner gets a shot at the middleweight title. They enlist Gloria Cesar's current and Vinnie's ex girlfriend to drive them to Vegas. On the trip we see flashbacks to their previous title shots their competitive friendship and Gloria's motivational wiles. (She has her own entrepreneurial dreams.) The fight itself is historic: ten rounds of savagery and courage. Who will win who'll get the title shot who gets Gloria and where will she find venture capital?

Ali's 65 (2006) - Boxing DVD $15.99 Ali's 65 (2006) - Boxing DVD The final of three Muhammad Ali specials celebrating the boxer and the man defines Ali�s impact on society and culture as he celebrates his 65th birthday. Narrated by Emmy-and Golden Globe Award-winner Jeffrey Wright the one-hour special examines how one man at a difficult time in our nation�s history decided to risk everything and by doing so became the most popular sports icon on the face of the planet. Ali�s 65 takes a fresh look at the past offering a host of candid opinions and new insights from those who either knew him or followed his meteoric rise.

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