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WHAT TYPE OF HEAVY BAG SHOULD I BUY?

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HEAVY BAG



Heavy bags come in so many various materials, sizes and combinations that it's tough for some boxers or coaches to narrow the field down enough to select which one is best for them.

To help in your decision-making process, you have to know two things: First, how much do you weigh and, second, what type of opponent do you want your heavy bag to be?

The first question is relatively self-explanatory. Because you will constantly be fighting an opponent who is around the same size/weight as you are, you want your heavy bag to imitate that. This creates a more realistic “opponent” in the gym. Having said that, it's also advantageous to train on power punching, strength, and stamina with a heavy bag that is substantially bigger than you. Working with a bag that outweighs you by a considerable amount raises the physical challenges and gives you with a target that offers greater resistance. You will have to pound it harder to move it or even put a dent in it.TITLE Lightning Strike Pro Reflex Bag w/ Anchor

What kind of opponent do I want my heavy bag to be? is the second question you should ask yourself while searching for a heavy bag because the size of the heavy bag also influences mobility. Obviously, some opponents move more, while others stand directly in front of you. A lighter bag will swing more and offer you with an opponent who is more of a boxer and mover, whereas a heavier bag won’t swing as much. It will then reflect more of an inside fighter or brawler, who doesn’t move backwards or box much. He will be there to bang with.

In addition to weight, how the bag is hanging also has an impact on how the heavy bag moves. Your bag will swing farther if it is mounted from a higher ceiling and has a longer chain. This allows you to step around it, close the distance and counter the bag's movements. On the other hand, hanging your heavy bag from a shorter chain will make it swing less. This forces you to work harder to move the bag, it doesn't "give ground." Less movement and more resistance encourages you to throw more punches, the same as a heavier bag.

The kind of material is a final factor. There are endless possibilities for synthetics, man-made materials, and real leather. Contrary to what many people think, one isn't always more durable than the other. Leather has generally been deemed "longer-lasting" than synthetic leather or reinforced vinyl, although technology has advanced so far in making higher-grade synthetics that durability has become more disputed. Quality may be found in a lot of materials…so more than what it’s made of, who you’re buying it from may be a better indication.


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Other than those vital characteristics, what heavy bag is best for you, relies on you. Once you've identified your goals, the decision becomes as easy as 1-2-3.

Get the right heavy bag at Title Boxing.

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