Boxing Training Guide: Weight Classes, Bags and Pro Drills

Boxing training routines from legends like Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson focus on speed bag drills and heavy bag work. Understanding boxing weight classes and equipment is vital for amateur and pro bouts.

Fighter putting bendage on the hands before training

How to Train for Bare Knuckle Boxing

Published Apr,09 2018 | By Marcus Kowal

So you watched the movie “Snatch” and now you want to be a bare knuckle boxer like Brad Pitt. But how do you get started?

Young fighter boxer girl in training with heavy punching bag

Step-by-Step Boxing Training Program

Published Apr,09 2018 | By Marcus Kowal

So you’ve decided that you want to take up boxing but you don’t really know where to start? Well, look no further!

How to Get a Stronger Chin in Boxing

Published Feb,08 2018 | By Marcus Kowal

Why can some fighters take a punch and others can't? We really don't know. But while we can't really strengthen our chin per se, we can strengthen the neck muscles to allow us to absorb hard blows.

Marcus Kowal is the CEO and owner of Systems Training Center in Los Angeles and YourKravMaga.com. He earned his master’s degree in sports management at Cal State Long Beach. Marcus is a professional MMA fighter, kickboxer and a Golden Gloves silver medalist. In addition, he is a 2nd degree black belt in Krav Maga, the author of the book "Life Is A Moment" and founder of Liam’s Life Foundation.