Cardio boksen is suitable for everyone. Men, women, beginners or advanced athletes, with a lot or little experience in boxing. The combination of boxing and fitness makes the exercises very accessible.
Of course, there is still plenty of challenge! Although this 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 great many calories. Cardio boksen workouts burn far more calories than other types of cardio workouts.
A regular cardio boksen workout can burn up to 1,000 calories in an hour. Compared with other cardio workouts 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 that it is very effective at burning the fat that is usually 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, colon, and pancreatic cancer.
Cardio boksen is a great way to reduce that 'visceral fat' around your waist and help lower the associated health risks.
Cardio boksen trains your entire body
Let's be honest: walking on a treadmill day in and day out or taking a brisk walk along the same route 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 as well. The high intensity helps 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 incorporated 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 figure
Cardio boksen 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 go! Focus on something completely different from whatever is worrying or stressing you. Boxing releases endorphins, and this substance leaves you feeling wonderfully satisfied afterward.
For greater self-confidence
Boxing boosts your self-confidence. You practice 'combat 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.
What do you need for cardio boksen?
Cardio boksen also requires relatively little 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 definitely recommended. -
Comfortable sportswear
Everyone probably has this in their closet. The most important thing is that you feel comfortable and can move freely. -
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. -
Towel
Cardio boksen will make you sweat, so a towel is definitely useful.
