In the hierarchy of demanding workouts, boxing and kickboxing are very close to the top. After all, striking a heavy bag isn’t about only endurance, stamina, coordination, balance, or strength — you ...

Obé Fitness instructor Melody Davi leads TODAY in a 10-minute cardio boxing class in which she teaches a series of boxing punches including jabs, uppercuts and hooks. In collaboration with obé Fitness ...

My first foray into group fitness was in 2013. The place was called ilovekickboxing, and while their website left something to be desired, I loved the workout and community. From that day on I was ...

Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our Start TODAY newsletter to join the 31-day challenge and receive daily inspiration sent to your inbox. Boxing is a great way to get a full-body workout, burn ...

In 2024, I decided to start boxing three times a week as my full-body workout. I noticed my sleep patterns improved after consistently taking classes. I left each session with a positive mindset, ...

As a boxing instructor, I find that many of my clients take up the sport for its mental health benefits: It can serve as an outlet for releasing anger, reducing stress and increasing self-esteem.

A BAGS class is an interval-based heavy-bag workout that blends boxing combinations with floor exercises to strengthen both ...

While there's money in blockbuster boxing films and professional boxing, fitness enthusiasts may be influenced by the actors and athletes who make the sport look like a great workout option. In the ...

The fall semester of Freshman year is often remembered as one replete with stimulus overload. I personally remember being overwhelmed by academic and athletic clubs, new friends, and the increased ...

No-contact boxing is a great full-body workout for anyone, but some experts say people with neurological disorders just might benefit most. By Rachel Fairbank For Cheryl Karian, a 72-year-old retired ...

A professional martial arts instructor and personal trainer breaks down the best ways to protect your hands during workouts and sparring. By Vinny Panza Updated Jan 20, 2024 9:00 AM EST We may earn ...