5 BIZZARE THINGS BOXERS DO BEFORE A FIGHT
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Boxing is a professional
sport enjoyed globally by millions of loyal fans. People like Muhammed Ali,
Mike Tyson, Floyd Mayweather, Tyson Fury, Ann Wolfe, Lucia Rijker, and many
more are all men and women who have been iconized by this sport.
With the legend and myth
surrounding these iconic boxers, there have also been questions from both loyal
fans of the sport, and rookie boxers as well concerning the work ethics that
has kept these boxers going.
People usually ask questions
like: what do boxers eat before a fight, what do boxers do on fight day, how do
boxers train for a fight, boxers work out routine, how to prepare for a fight
mentally, and many more.
In this article, I’ll try to
answer all these questions with a list of 5 bizarre things boxers do before a
fight.
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They Train!
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| Adonis Creed training scene with Rocky |
This one is so obvious that it feels like a sin to mention it on this list. However, with how intense boxers train before a fight, it is a
worthy mention. Boxers in both heavyweight and middleweight categories all
undergo rigorous and intense workout routines.
A typical boxer workout routine usually includes running,
jump roping, shadow boxing, heavy bag work, pad work, and strength training.
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They Maintain a Strict Diet
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| A boxer's typical protein-rich diet food |
This isn’t rocket science. For boxer’s to be in shape,
their diet plays a huge factor in line with their workout routine. However,
this is beyond that. During boxing, a boxer’s body is pushed beyond limits, so
to avoid breakdowns or wear and tear of muscles before or after a fight, boxers
eat strictly foods rich in minerals and protein.
In addition to this, the serving quantity and calories in
the meal depend on if the boxer intends to gain weight or lose weight.
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They Take Dance Lessons
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| A boxer taking dance lessons |
It always looks funny imagining a boxer dancing ballet, but
boxing is beyond just a sport. It’s an entertainment, an art. Most boxers
incorporate dancing lessons into their training routine to hone their footwork
and build rhythm in their body movement. For some, it is also a way to relax
their minds.
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They Meditate
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| Boxer meditating |
As you might’ve heard, boxing is not only a physical sport
but a mental one too. That’s why they say great boxers are great thinkers. To
build themselves mentally, boxers usually meditate to find peace or to clear
their minds, especially before a fight to kill any distractions. Some boxers even
play chess too to boost their mentality.
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They Don’t Have Sex
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| Sexually frustrated woman |
Although there is no proven or disproven effect of this,
boxers generally avoid having sex before a fight so as not to tire themselves
or be distracted. It is common knowledge that sex helps in letting off steam and
relaxing the mind, but it’s a boxer’s thing to avoid it before a fight.
In Conclusion
Now, we have come to the end
of this article I believe I must’ve answered some of the popular questions
asked in the world of boxing. As a bonus, I’ve added a list of places to get
authentic boxing gear. See you in my next blog!
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