Cardio boksen is suitable for everyone. Men, women, beginners or advanced athletes, whether you have a lot or little experience with boxing. Thanks to the combination of boxing and fitness, the exercises are very accessible.
Of course, there is still plenty of challenge! Although it is not official, a minimum age of around 14 is generally observed.
Cardio boksen for weight loss
Cardio boksen is a serious calorie burner
Cardio boksen is a high-impact cardio workout that burns a lot of calories. Cardio boxing workouts burn far more calories than other types of cardio training.
A regular (Cardio) boxing workout can burn up to 1,000 calories in an hour. Compared with other forms of cardio training such as walking (243 calories), jogging (398 calories), and running (544 calories), cardio boksen outperforms most cardio workouts.
Cardio boksen specifically helps burn belly fat
Although Cardio boksen is a serious calorie burner, it is also highly effective at burning fat. The high intensity of a workout means it is very effective at burning the fat that is commonly found around the waist (belly fat).
Belly fat is often associated with a higher risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain types of cancer, such as esophageal cancer, colon cancer, and pancreatic cancer.
Cardio boksen is a great way to reduce that ‘visceral fat’ around your waist and help reduce the associated health risks.
Cardio boksen trains your entire body
Let’s be honest, walking on the treadmill day after day or taking a brisk walk along the same path can quickly become boring. Such cardio workouts also do not provide the full-body workout you need for optimal fitness and weight loss.
With Cardio boksen, you train your entire body, engaging all your muscle groups. Thanks to the high intensity, you lose weight faster.
With continuous punching on a punching bag, speed bag, or freestanding boxing bag, along with the jump rope and resistance training built into most Cardio boksen workouts, you do not need to add much else to achieve your desired results.
More benefits of Cardio boksen
For a toned physique
(Cardio) boxing is great for your figure. Jumping, punching, blocking, and ducking are ideal for strengthening the muscles throughout your body. Boxing is the perfect combination of cardio and strength training in one.
For stress relief
There is nothing better than letting loose during a boxing workout after a busy day at work. Switch your mind off and get going! Focus on something completely different from what is worrying or stressing you. Boxing releases endorphins, and this substance leaves you feeling wonderfully satisfied afterward.
For greater self-confidence
Boxing gives your self-confidence a boost. You practice ‘fight situations’, learn your limits, and discover what your body is capable of. Boxing gives you control over your own body, so you know what to do if something really happens. Read more about this in this article.
What do you need for Cardio boksen?
Cardio boksen is also very accessible in terms of equipment. You do not need to buy mountains of equipment to practice this fun sport. Here is an overview.
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Boxing gloves
You may be able to borrow these occasionally, but for hygienic reasons, having your own boxing gloves is certainly recommended. You can find some tips for buying boxing gloves here, and help choosing the right size here.
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Comfortable sportswear
Everyone probably has this in their closet. The most important thing is that you feel comfortable and can move freely in it.
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Sports shoes
You can certainly do Cardio boksen barefoot, but make sure you have a soft, cushioned surface. The easiest option is to wear flexible sports shoes with a thick, springy sole.
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Towel
Cardio boksen will make you sweat, so a towel is definitely useful.
