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 Regarding training, I like to put boxers into 4

categories: Rookies, Amateurs, Professionals &

Elites.

Rookies train boxing sporadically. 1-2 times of

training per week. They enjoy the sport of boxing

but are not able or willing to give the sport the level

of commitment required for competition.

Amateur boxers do boxing training a minimum

of 3 times per week. They will also include some

running at least 3 times per week. Boxing training

will be 90 minutes to 2 hours in length. Runs will be

5km-10km in length, depending on your fitness.

Professional boxers will be training twice daily,

5-6 days per week. This will include roadwork and

sprints, usually in the morning, and boxing training/

sparring in the afternoon/evening.

Professional boxer gets more 1:1 coaching with

their boxing coach.

An elite boxer is the cream of the crop. They will

train 2-3 times daily, 5-6 days weekly. An elite box-

er will have a team of individuals ensuring that the

athlete is at their peak. This team of professionals

includes boxing coaches, strength & conditioning

coaches, physiotherapists, sports massage therapists, nutritionists, sports psychologists, etc.