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TONY DE LEEDE, CEO, FIT N FAST
oxing/combat-style classes have been around for a very long time through companies
like Les Mills, with its Body Combat and Body Attack concepts. These classes generally involve boxing moves, but usually in a group exercise format
(20–50 people) and without gloves. Boxing has also
featured in the last few years in the personal training arena: a growing number of people are using personal trainers, who in turn use boxing gloves and mitts in their workouts. But I think there is a very good
middle-ground: boxing-focused small group training. This could use gloves and mitts, possibly punching bags – or new products like the Boxmaster, whereby one trainer can train up to 10 people in a small, fee-based group training format. In these sessions, people can get a more intense, enjoyable workout while at the same time learning proper techniques to improve the workout and keep it safe. These small group training boxing sessions can also be very effective in 30-minute formats. The advantage of small group
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Boxmaster can be used in a 30-minute circuit for small group training
boxing-type workouts – as opposed to some of the more athletic/intense small group training options such as TRX and ViPR – is that boxing has a far higher appeal to a broader population base. In particular, women seem to be drawn to boxing over other forms of small group training. The classes tend to be less intimidating and more fun, and are absolutely one of the best calorie- burning forms of exercise around.
TOM HAYNES, COMMERCIAL MANAGER, YORK BARBELL UK
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the success of boxing at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the demand for boxing equipment for fitness and PT has increased massively – and with London 2012 just around the corner, we see it continuing to grow. I teach three Boxercise classes a
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week and 95 per cent of attendees are women. The reason for this? It works. A lot is down to how you discuss what the class is about with interested clients. It needs to be made clear from the outset that it’s non-intimidating, you work at your own pace/level, and you will make huge gains in fi tness in a short space of time. The music choice plays
oxing and combat for fitness started out in the mid- 90s with Boxercise. Since
a big part too, with a focus on dance tracks. You need to create the right environment. With the sport of
MMA (mixed martial arts) grabbing the headlines in sports publications, there has also been a growth in MMA-themed conditioning classes that include functional movement, MMA techniques and high intensity circuits. High intensity training is a proven way of increasing fi tness and fat loss, with circuits adding variety. One thing is for sure: combat
training is here to stay, and will outlive many other classes currently offered in health clubs and leisure centres.
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