How getting into boxing can be the best decision people can make

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Every time people ask Roger Wolfson what he thinks the best sport is to take on as a hobby, boxing usually is on the top of the list. The multiple benefits of the sport can improve the health of people of all ages and, if done regularly, can carry them on their fitness journey towards their goals.

For this blog, Roger Wolfson shares some of the greatest advantages people can get from the sweet science boxing.

Boxing turbocharges the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

Boxing is one of the best workouts for the hearts and lungs known to man. People will need to be constantly on the move, and will be utilizing a series of movements that require effort. To accomplish this, people will need to exert a lot of effort that will give their cardiovascular and respiratory systems a great workout. In fact, the jump rope alone is enough to do this.

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Boxing is a great stress-reliever.

Anyone who experiences a hard time at work can head to a boxing gym and blow off some steam by working on the focus mitts, speedbags, heavy bags, and more. And boy, does boxing let people blow off some steam. So, Roger Wolfson explains that boxing isn’t just great for the body, it’s awesome for the mind as well.

Ryan Shephard is a University of Michigan student studying to become a certified sports and rehabilitation specialist. His education allows him to get to work with the best therapists and trainers in the field. More on Ryan and his interests here.

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