Things to Know Before you Throw PUNCHES (PAPERBACK STANDARD): A Boxer’s Guide blending Tai Chi Principles, Body Mechanics and the Sweet Science (Things to Know Print Versions) Paperback – September 26, 2024

Watch the Intro Video here! SUBoxeo.com/BoxingManualRegister your copy at SuBoxeo.com and receive your FREE INTERACTIVE PDF version of the book! This version includes additional special buttons and interactivity!Check out our Table of ContentsIntroductionBoxing aS a SportBenefitS of BoxingSpine Rotation = Spinal HealthInjury PreventionMouthpiece: Single Vs DoubleHand WrapsGlovesHeadgearInjury Prevention tipsPain as a result of Improper techniqueHow to correctly make a fistTraining & DevelopmentFinding a Good CoachLearning from both StancesExercises and DrillsStretchingAnkle/Wrist-Weight, Weight-Vest TrainingSwimmingPracticing using the Palm StrikeLevelsImportance of RotationSpiral Energy and SinkingTai chi Boxing & Body MechanicSOverview of Tai Chi BoxingBody Mechanics and Tai Chi BoxingUsing the Arm as a LeverCentral Equilibrium Posture and Keeping the Head StillKeeping your Posture CenteredHeal/Toe Weight Transfer “Empty to Solid”The Ball of the Foot and the Big ToeHands Up...Keeping the hands up is beneficial for many reasons.Elbows Tucked in… Keep a Closed and Compact FormString of PearlsVisualizing the Body as a String of PearlsOrder of Movement when throwing a punch (The Punch is Last)BreathingThe core & cultivating chiAvoiding “DefectS” when MovingEnergyMathematicS and Geometryin BoxingThe TriangleThe Triangle Theory and the Three PositionsThe CircleThe SquareFocuSOne-PointednessWhere to Focus (Visually)Footwork Movement & BalanceAvoiding double-weightednessFootwork: Proper Stepping TechniqueEmbrace Yin and Yang: Enter & Retreat withBalance & HarmonyPivotThe body follows the headV - StepL - StepShuffle Step (Pendulum Step)Rhythm And cadenceRing GeneralshipRhythmCadenceJazz R&B Cadences - Rhythm & BoxingStyleS Make FightSStancesFighting Styles: Earth, Wind, Fire, Water… & EtherEtherElement VS Element Fighting StrategieSBaSic PuncheS (jab, croSS, hook, uppercut)FeintS and Flinching(Slip, roll, block, parry) BaSic DefenSeHit and Not Get HitWeight Transfer and DefenseDefensive MovesProtect the Castle; Protect the TempleYour ShieldPhilly ShellPhilly Shell and Tai ChiAttacking the Weak PointScounterpunchingANGLESConcluSionAbout the AuthorBoxing is a sport that demands discipline, perseverance, and an unyielding commitment to excellence. It is a test of physical and mental strength, a battle of wills, and a platform for self-expression.Tai Chi is a practice that emphasizes balance, harmony, and the cultivation of inner peace. It is a way of life, a philosophy, and a form of meditation.This book merges the two worlds, showing how the principles of Tai Chi can be applied to Boxing and how Boxing can benefit from the wisdom of Tai Chi. By embracing the principles of Yin and Yang, by seeking to cultivate a state of flow, and by developing a deep awareness of the mind-body connection, boxers can become not just great fighters, but great human beings.Enjoy over 250 pages of full color content with hundreds of beautiful images and diagrams!Throughout the pages of this book, you will find a wealth of knowledge, tips, and techniques that can help you become a more well-rounded and effective boxer. You will learn how to throw punches with power and precision, how to move with grace and fluidity, and how to cultivate a mindset of calm focus and inner strength.You will also discover the true beauty and transformative power of Boxing and Tai Chi and come to understand that these are not just sports or practices, but ways of life. They are paths to self-discovery, to personal growth, and to the realization of your full potential. Read more