The Boxer's Workout

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Summary: A Good Basic Boxing Book
Review: As a working class reader (truck driver). I was a bit annoyed that this book focussed on the white collar gentleman at all times and not on just anyone interested in the sport. this can be off putting and annoying. I persevered with the book though and found it to be an enjoyable read and have applied some useful tips and techniques to my own boxing training and sparring. The big dissapointment for me was the diet section (one of the main reasons for me buying the book). I expected a whole chapter with meal planning, weight loss/gain advice and more, but got barely a page.
Overall i think you should get it if you are begining boxing training and wanting to get fit but try to look past the stuff about white collar boxing. the sport is for everyone regardless of class. The author should have written it with everyone in mind.

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Summary: a book for the few
Review: As a working class reader (truck driver). I was a bit annoyed that this book focussed on the white collar gentleman at all times and not on just anyone interested in the sport. this can be off putting and annoying. I persevered with the book though and found it to be an enjoyable read and have applied some useful tips and techniques to my own boxing training and sparring. The big dissapointment for me was the diet section (one of the main reasons for me buying the book). I expected a whole chapter with meal planning, weight loss/gain advice and more, but got barely a page.
Overall i think you should get it if you are begining boxing training and wanting to get fit but try to look past the stuff about white collar boxing. the sport is for everyone regardless of class. The author should have written it with everyone in mind.

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Summary: Must buy for boxing beginners
Review: Gives nice clear explanations and a descent workout regiment... if you are new to boxing you NEED this along with an experienced trainer... Its also a good go to book to polish fundamentals.

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Summary: Peter, you brought it all back......
Review: Having trained at gleasons gym with Al Gavin and once sparring with the author himself (A 3 round war!!!), this book just brought me back to all the great feelings of that place and those people who were all mentioned. I miss those days very much and this book keeps that memory alive in me always. For all who did not enjoy this book, you had to know those people and live the experience and fear you felt when walking up "those stairs". The picture of Peter walking up those stairs reminded me of that feeling I got everytime I walked them myself at 16 years old. Thanks Peter for that picture and this book.

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Summary: Excellent "workbook" for beginners!
Review: I have been training in martial arts now for about ten years, but I have never been completely satisfied with my systems' hand techniques. This book is awesome for a beginner or someone like myself who is looking to hone certain skills. While it is true that some things are outdated, the book is packed with helpful information. Anyone who would completely dismiss this book is foolish. Mr. Depasquale has done a nice job, and should be commended. Mr. DePasquale, reguarding all who would foolishly dismiss your book: "Speak not in the hearing of a fool; For he will despise the wisdom of thy words." (Proverbs 23:9)

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Summary: Good read. Down to the basics.
Review: I've taken up boxing for some time, and decided to do a personal research. For the beginner I recommend this book. Keep in mind beginner that you should still persue a trainer in order to compete safely. And for the experienced boxer I also recommened this book. I found it suprising the little things I have forgotten during training that this book points out. It is a good refreasher course for the experienced boxer.

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Summary: Great Introduction to Boxing
Review: Peter DePasquale's "The Boxer's Workout" is a perfect introductory book for those interested in boxing. It covers the basics like necessary equipment, how to wrap your hands, nutrition, workouts and basic technique. The photographs are helpful and most are clear. The book's most unique and best attribute is the workout it describes. This was designed by DePasquale for white collar boxers. The workout is a non-contact boxing workout that can be done at home or in a gym. The workout is good for stand alone fitness or it can be used to prepare for more advanced boxing and sparring. If the reader wishes to take this route the book offers advice on finding a good professional boxing gym. I must agree with the other reviewers that some of the techniques are somewhat dated and that DePasquale sometimes gets overly nostalgic about The Gramercy Boxing gym and the white collar boxing movement. However I forgive DePasquale because the workout is so effective and enjoyable. The book is well written and even an experienced boxer can learn something from it.

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Summary: Great Introduction to Boxing
Review: Peter DePasquale's "The Boxer's Workout" is a perfect introductory book for those interested in boxing. It covers the basics like necessary equipment, how to wrap your hands, nutrition, workouts and basic technique. The photographs are helpful and most are clear. The book's most unique and best attribute is the workout it describes. This was designed by DePasquale for white collar boxers. The workout is a non-contact boxing workout that can be done at home or in a gym. The workout is good for stand alone fitness or it can be used to prepare for more advanced boxing and sparring. If the reader wishes to take this route the book offers advice on finding a good professional boxing gym. I must agree with the other reviewers that some of the techniques are somewhat dated and that DePasquale sometimes gets overly nostalgic about The Gramercy Boxing gym and the white collar boxing movement. However I forgive DePasquale because the workout is so effective and enjoyable. The book is well written and even an experienced boxer can learn something from it.

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Summary: A Good Basic Boxing Book
Review: Re: All the negative comments - Boy, what a bunch of whiners! The author is an amateur white-collar boxer and uses his yuppie buddies in the photos - so what? All I care about is if the techniques are solid, the photos are clear and the writing is coherent (yes to all). Is this book the ultimate boxing reference? No, but it is a very good book for someone just starting out in boxing. I got this book used so I don't feel like I got ripped off.

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Summary: Amazing ! Tells you how to improve your body in every detail
Review: Tells you everything , you dont have to have too have much equipment , and you dont have to have a brain either , all the directions are given to you !!!!