I started boxing classes about 2 months ago, and have found it to be excellent cross-training for cycling. The class I go to spends a lot of time on core work and leg strength (who knew - there are at least 20 different versions of squats!) in addition to cardio with the punching bags. It has really helped me up my game - so much so that yesterday I went cycling after two weeks out of the saddle and was faster than my last ride! What a fun surprise.
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06-22-2008, 11:02 PM #1
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06-23-2008, 02:50 PM #2
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I used to fight (amateur level), and boxing was the best training for cardio, balance and strength around. Watch your rotator cuffs and shoulder trauma from repetitions on the bags - when you get strong it's a lot of force going through your joints. I am permanently damaged and sometimes riding is considerably painful.
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