1. Lean on Me
At one time or another, every boxing enthusiast witnesses the fighters clinging to each other for support feigning exhaustion. One boxer leans his body against the other's in an attempt to catch his breath. This move upsets the spectators and adds no points to the fighter's scorecard. In fact, judges often deduct points for repeatedly "clinging" to the opposition. Avoiding this situation involves improving your cardiovascular system, learning how to conserve energy and staying out of range of a tired competitor's drooping arms.
2. Recover Between Rounds
Take advantage of the rest period in between rounds to catch your breath. Sit on the stool and take deep breaths until the bell sounds signifying it's time to return to the ring. Supply your tired, overworked muscles with the oxygen they so deserve. Doing so rejuvenates a tired and tense fighter. Inhale through your nasal passages and exhale through your mouth. Avoid drinking liquids during the break. Excess fluids make you sluggish and impede your speed.
3. Improve Your Endurance
Most novice boxers tire easily after a three-minute round. Leaning on their opponent offers some relief. Pacing themselves better, however, offers more relief. Improve your cardiovascular system with interval training and speed work. Start out punching the heavy bag with full-out intensity for two minutes. Work as many different combinations as many times as you can within that time. Rest for one minute. Now extend the round to three minutes and then to four minutes. Successfully enduring a four-minute round suggests an easier three-minute round when it comes to your cardiovascular strength. Incorporate 30 second to one-minute rapid-fire speed drills into your routine.
4. Clinch Your Opponent
Clinch your opponent by grabbing his shoulders and hugging them tight to your body. Lightly sweep your biceps along his body while bringing them toward you with only the force of your body. Slither your arms to his elbow keeping your head above his shoulders. Now turn him quickly and forcefully. Raise your arms once your bodies disconnect. Referees separate the body-hugging fighters and end the stalemate. Practice your form on the heavy bag or while shadowboxing.
5. A Lean Body Saves the Day
Being in top physical condition keeps a boxer from tiring too quickly. Lean, mean fighting machines achieve greater success in going the distance in a fight partly because they carry less weight. Watching your diet, adhering to a strict training schedule that incorporates weight training and roadwork and getting adequate rest keep you from leaning on your opponent.
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