Beginners Guide to Punch bags

If you are new to boxing or thinking of including boxing training as part of your firness plan then this article will help you decide on the correct punch bag for your needs.

The most common punch bag is the straight ones, these are available in all sizes from 3ft - 5ft, they are perfect for practicing straight punches and hooks.

Punch bags made from PU, canvas or vinyl are perfect for home use and fitness gyms, they usually come with a soft rag filling for kindness to your hands and wrists.

Most trainers will give their boxers a certain routine with a number of rounds. The first round would be just throwing a fast jab and double jab, moving around the bag bobbing and weaving and throwing the odd jab, cross.., this round would be two minutes long with 30 seconds rest. The second round you would add the left hook to the combination, remember to hook to body and head, bobbing and weaving, moving round the bag and keep a nice tight guard.

Guide to Punch bags