How to Start Boxing

Your complete guide to beginning your boxing journey. From essential gear to basic techniques and training tips.

Essential Gear

Start with the basic equipment needed for safe and effective training.

Essential Items

Boxing Gloves

$30-100

12-16oz for beginners

Hand Wraps

$10-20

Protect your hands and wrists

Mouthguard

$5-30

Essential for sparring

Boxing Shoes

$50-150

Lightweight with ankle support

Heavy Bag

$100-300

For home training (optional)

Pro Tips

Start with basic gear and upgrade as you progress

Proper hand wrapping is crucial for injury prevention

Get professionally fitted gloves for comfort and safety

Ready to Start Your Boxing Journey?

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Basic Rules of Boxing

Scoring

Points are awarded for clean, effective punches. Judges score each round, typically on a 10-point must system.

Rounds

Professional fights consist of multiple 3-minute rounds with a 1-minute rest period between them.

Winning

A fight can be won by knockout (KO), technical knockout (TKO), judges' decision, or disqualification of the opponent.

Allowed Strikes & Fouls

Only strike with a closed fist.

Hit only on the front or sides of the head and torso.

A downed opponent cannot be hit.

No hitting below the belt, holding, tripping, or kicking.

No hitting with the head, shoulder, forearm, or elbow.

No hitting the back of the head or neck (rabbit punch).