Punching Bags for Beginners



Posted: Sunday, April 04, 2010

by David Toub
Punching Bags Pro

There are two primary kinds of punching bags that are used to build endurance as well as strength, the speed bag and the heavy bag. If you are trying to get both of these benefits in a single workout session, you should use the heavy bag because the speed bag is lighter and a lot smaller. But if you are just starting out, or you are choosing a bag for your child, these are both great.

The first consideration in shopping for punching bags is the child's age. For instance, a 25 pound bag is a relatively good choice for an 11 to 15 year old. At this age, the child should be able to work with that size quite well. This bag is easy to move with any type of punch without hurting the child. This same child, however, would most likely not be able to work out successfully with a 40 pound heavy bag. Regarding speed punching bags, they are a bit easier to work with and there is not a huge difference between the ones adults and children use. The biggest difference is in the height of the bag. If you hang the bag at a good height for them, kids can usually hit it pretty well, building both endurance and speed.

For children interested in becoming a boxer, they should understand that this sport is a tough one. A good boxing coach is needed from the very beginning to make sure that bad habits are not formed. The coach will train in the correct ways to punch the heavy and light punching bags. If a child is serious about becoming a decent boxer and not getting hurt, it is important to perform the work outs correctly. Watching the coach perform the moves is the best way to learn them the way they are meant to be. Then there will be no bad habits to reverse.

Dave Toub is a strong believer in quality punching bags. Please check out one of my favorite punching bags and see the Punching Bags Pro homepage if you are interested in other gear as well.
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