Boxing is a great way to start boxing. It involves a variety of movements that work the whole body and help you burn calories as well as conditioning your body. Shadowboxing is a great way to get started. Shadowboxing doesn't stress the arms and helps develop muscle memory and proper movements. Learn to box by watching a professional, or beginning with a few DVDs. You can learn boxing from home even if your budget doesn't allow for private training.

The first thing to do is to warm up before each workout. Warming up before you start your workout will help improve your technique as well as speed, power, endurance and speed. Then, you'll be ready to hit the ring. Standing shoulder-width apart, with your legs spread out, your right foot in front, is a good way to get started. You can then place your hands on each side of your head and rest them by your sides.

It's important that you warm up properly before beginning a boxing training session. Your stance should be flat with the front foot forward, while your back foot should be bent. The elbows should be resting against your ribs and your body should be lightly weighted. When you do this, you'll avoid injuries and improve technique. As a beginner, it's a good idea to only practice one technique per round. For example, practice jabs in the first round and crosses in the second, and head movement in round three. The fourth round is where you can practice your counterpunches. You can also mix different techniques and use different combinations.

You should also learn sidestepping and pivoting in your beginner boxing classes. These movements can put you out range of counters. However, pivoting will keep your range and allow you to change your attack angle. This will allow your opponent to split his guard and you can throw punches from a new angle. You can also continue your boxing practice by learning to sidestep. A perfect boxer will be able to drop their body beneath an oncoming punch, but he or she will also be able to stay light on their feet.

The first punches you need to master are dangerous and ineffective. You must first know how to box. Practice catching the punch as well as the stance. This will improve your ability to train efficiently and effectively. With both feet slightly bent, the stance should remain flat. Then, you should focus on the other side's head.

Start training with three-minute rounds. Gradually increase the time to five minutes. You should then add one minute to your rest time. Your goal is to reach a time between 30-60 minutes. As you become more proficient in the sport you will be able to increase the time between sessions. Also, you should continue to learn the basics. In addition to these exercises, you should also incorporate some other exercises that will strengthen your arms and muscles.