Boxercise

What is Boxercise?

What is Boxercise good for?

Before you go

Precautions

Top tip!

What to expect at a Boxercise class

Afterwards

What is Boxercise?

Boxercise was developed in the UK by boxing instructor Andy Wake in the early 1990s. Based on basic boxing techniques combined with aerobic and anaerobic exercise, this fun, fast-paced exercise class is fundamentally non-confrontational – you won't find yourself in the ring sparring!

What is Boxercise good for?

Boxercise is hugely popular – over one million Brits take part in classes every year. Boxercise is designed to be very user-friendly; classes are suitable for almost all ages and abilities. Boxercise is particularly popular with women as it gives you an opportunity to train in boxing moves without the physical combat.

Boxercise will:

* raise your heart rate

* improve your overall fitness

* help release aggression

* improve mental clarity, concentration and focus

* help burn fat

* tone muscles

* improve hand-eye coordination

* improve your balance and timing

Before you go

You'll need some trainers, leggings or shorts and a cool top. A sports bra is a wise investment, too. Take a small towel along with you, as you can expect to get a bit sweaty!

Always make sure your instructor is fully qualified.

Precautions

Check with your doctor before taking part in a Boxercise class if you:

* have not taken part in exercise for some time

* have any existing medical conditions or physical ailments

* are taking any medication

* are (or think you may be) pregnant

Be aware that the most common injury during boxing-style classes is to the hands, thumbs, fingers, wrists and shins.

Boxercise is addictive – many instructors have reported incidents of over-training leading to injury. Pace yourself, take regular breaks and remember to drink plenty of water.