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  • Best Punchbag Under £150: Reviews Summarised

    Best Punchbag Under £150: What Amazon Buyers Actually Say If you have been thinking about getting a punchbag for the garage, the spare room, or the shed at the bottom of the garden, you have probably already fallen down the Amazon rabbit hole. There are dozens of them. Some cost a fortune. Others look cheap…

  • How Did Jake Paul Gain Weight for Joshua Fight?

    Weight Gain Questions – Answered by Drew Griffiths (BSc, MSc) Given that Anthony Joshua has agreed to a 245 lb weigh in for this fight, how might such a cut impact his energy needs, recovery, and overall performance? We’re looking at a leaner Joshua entering the ring. Still a large, athletic heavyweight, but around 10-15lbs…

  • Common Gym Injuries & How to Mitigate Risk

    Common Gym Injuries As you get older, you realise, that one injury can end your training for months. In addition, injuries acquired after the age of 40, tend to stay in some format and remain as a permanent pain the arse, or shoulder etc. The peer‑reviewed data on gym injuries is out there. I’ve put…

  • Single Set Resistance Training & Plyometrics: The Science of Minimum Effective Dose

    Single Set Resistance Training & Plyometrics: The Science of Minimum Effective Dose A 12-week evidence-based guide to building strength and power with minimal volume TL;DR Single set training is effective. It is great for working parents or anyone lacking motivation to go to the gym for 1 hour+. It’s also great for athletes who want…

  • How to Set Up a Boxing Gym in Your Garage (Even With Limited Space)

    A garage boxing gym gives you something most fighters never get: a space that’s entirely yours. No waiting for bags. No class schedules. No commute. Just you and the work. This guide covers everything you need to build one properly- from flooring and structure to equipment, layout, and ongoing maintenance. Key Takeaways Who Is This…

  • Boxing Training at Home Alone [2025] Warning! (read before training)

    Training for boxing at home can be very effective when you have the right tools around you. You do not need a gym or a coach in your ear every second. What you do need is a simple plan and a few things that keep you moving. Strength. Endurance. Speed. Coordination. It all matters. And…

  • Bodybuilding & Boxing .pdf – Combining the two (Warning!) [2025]

    Bodybuilding And BoxingA Practical Guide To Training Both You can train for bodybuilding and boxing at the same time, and when you set things up well you gain strength, speed and the ability to keep going when the pace picks up. These two sports pull your body in different directions though. Bodybuilding leans toward slow…

  • Plyometrics Exercises for MMA [2025] .pdf

    Plyometrics are explosive, jump-based movements. They use the stretch-shortening cycle to boost power. This is perfect for MMA’s fast strikes and takedowns (source). *Exercise at Your Own Risk – Plyometrics require a relatively high risk of injury – always warm up and ensure proper technique* PDF – is near the bottom Why Plyometrics Matter for…

  • Best VR Fitness Games [2025]

    my favourite games on the ps4 psvr are BOX VR I didn’t think I’d like this game but it’s great fun, it’s a bit similar to synth riders but a much more intense workout. I normally wear wrist weights and use a resistance band for boxing games but this was too hard. It’s very addictive,…

  • Hayabusa T3 Boxing Gloves Review [2025]

    The Hayabusa T3 Boxing Gloves are quite simply, incredible. Available in a very comprehensive range of colours, and in 10oz up to 18oz, they are touted as the most advanced gloves in the world, and I wouldn’t disagree. With an ergonomic design that protects the hands, the gloves fit in a very streamlined manner that…