There’s a lot of uncertainty these days with COVID-19 making its way around the world, so let’s talk about something that fighters CAN control: ourselves. If you’re a competitive boxer, you want to compete! You want to be sparring. You want to be doing all the exercises that you feel are necessary to be ready...
Boxing is about more than just boxing training, it’s about the culture of boxing, too. Boxing culture is so rich that it’s regularly featured in movies, and is often the main theme of the movie. Directors and cinematographers are great at capturing the drama and the grace found inside and outside of the ring. Boxing...
A Rich History: Amateur Boxing in Tennessee Tennessee has a strong history of amateur boxing. There are currently more than 700 amateur boxers in the state, and more than two dozen clubs registered with USA Boxing, the national governing body for amateur boxing in the United States. Our boxers represent all parts of the state,...
Successful boxers and boxing coaches learn quickly that they have to be adaptable. And the best of the best know that unfortunate situations often present hidden opportunities. The self-isolation and social distancing required to curb the spread of COVID-19 may provide an opportunity for boxers to improve boxing technique, even without the benefit of having...
COVID-19 self-isolation and social distancing is challenging for a lot of people. Here are a few mindfulness tips to help boxers of all ages decrease stress, reduce anxiety, and build greater peace of mind while at home. 5 Mindfulness Tips and Techniques Take 2-minute movement breaks throughout the day — walk outside, do some crunches,...
During this challenging time, and in light of the growing concern surrounding Coronavirus (COVID-19), Boxing Resource Center’s “FIGHTERS” facility is taking additional precautionary measures to limit the number of participants gathering in the gym at one time. These temporary adjustments will create greater social distancing opportunities. BRC FIGHTERS will implement these changes effective immediately. These...
This Saturday February 29 from 12-2PM, Fighters Boxing Gym will be hosting a FREE High Performance Boxing Clinic for competitive boxers. This High Performance Clinic is designed for amateur boxers to go through some of the same exercises done at the U.S. Olympic Training Center, and get to work with other high-level boxers. It’s a...
Boxers from around the world will soon begin their quest to qualify for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo this summer. Boxers on Team USA have two chances to qualify for the Games, either through the Americas Continental Qualifying tournament or the World Qualifying tournament. The Olympic Channel recently announced they are streaming all boxing...
