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Summary: A good helpful little book.
Review: I liked this book for a number of reasons. Firstly its written a casual everyday english and so the author comes accross like he is talking to us rather than preaching at us. This plain straight talking allows the book to concentrate on what it is supposed to i.e. boxing. The book goes through the various aspects of boxing in a clear and simple manner. The photographs are very clear and offer many diffrent and helpful angles. In a way the book is exactly what it claims to be "a start up guide". It keeps things clear and simple which I found refreshing. So if you're expecting a book that is going to teach you all you need to know about boxing then look elsewhere. I thought that the training diary at the end wasn't really needed and was very repetitive. It details his training progress as he trains on a one to one level with his own private boxing coach in a classy L.A. gym/health club. To be honest with you I thought this was a bit irrevelant and misleading as the majority of people taking up this sport are going to be doing so in the local club where they'll be lucky to get 5 minutes of one to one coaching from the coach. I got the feeling that the author Doug Werner really want's to write his autobiography and mabey in the middle of a sports guide isn't the best place. All in all though is a good little book and I would definately reccommend it it those about to or considering entering the sport of boxing.
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Summary: A good helpful little book.
Review: I liked this book for a number of reasons. Firstly its written a casual everyday english and so the author comes accross like he is talking to us rather than preaching at us. This plain straight talking allows the book to concentrate on what it is supposed to i.e. boxing. The book goes through the various aspects of boxing in a clear and simple manner. The photographs are very clear and offer many diffrent and helpful angles. In a way the book is exactly what it claims to be "a start up guide". It keeps things clear and simple which I found refreshing. So if you're expecting a book that is going to teach you all you need to know about boxing then look elsewhere. I thought that the training diary at the end wasn't really needed and was very repetitive. It details his training progress as he trains on a one to one level with his own private boxing coach in a classy L.A. gym/health club. To be honest with you I thought this was a bit irrevelant and misleading as the majority of people taking up this sport are going to be doing so in the local club where they'll be lucky to get 5 minutes of one to one coaching from the coach. I got the feeling that the author Doug Werner really want's to write his autobiography and mabey in the middle of a sports guide isn't the best place. All in all though is a good little book and I would definately reccommend it it those about to or considering entering the sport of boxing.
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Summary: Boxing Hopefuls - Welcome To The Basics
Review: I really liked this book.The first 2 chapters are an introduction to boxing and what equipment you'll need as you go deeper into training. Chapter 3 through chapter 10 are the fundamentals - from stance (very important) through sparing. Each function and mechanic of a technique is described very well and great and useful detail is given. The section regarding wrapping your hands - don't worry too much if you don't get it here. It takes a while to figure out how to wrap. They have dvd's and videos dedicated to just wrapping your hands so don't stress out. The writing has personality and the teaching isn't preachy or too butch or too vague. It's a nice and easy introduction to the fundamentals. Again - this is a beginners guide and is really for the beginner - NOT exclusively as I got some good detail regarding throwing a hook punch. Also the pace of the book builds as your skill builds - the order of chapters and tools taught are exactly where they should be. Chapter 11 is a brief history of boxing which I enjoyed. Chapter 12 consists of the author's journal entries(a newcomer to boxing)- they are his first 6 months of lesson's with Alan Lachica - who sounds like one very cool guy and one of the best coaches out there for those interested in practicing the Sweet Science. Great book for the beginner
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Summary: A great place to start! I loved it!
Review: I've been involved in the sweet science for about 10 years. As a youngstser I competed as an amateur. Later, as an adult a boxing instructor. I use this book as a prerequisite for my beginning students
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Summary: A good book for beginer boxing
Review: This book got me introduced and hooked on boxing it is GREA
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Summary: great book on the basics
Review: This is a great book for anyone interested in learning to box, as well as for martial artists interested in more practical striking and footwork. If you're serious about learning to do it right though, find a qualified trainer. Books are great supplements to qualified instruction, but even well written ones like this can never replace it.
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Summary: GREAT BOOK
Review: This was a great book. Quick to read and gave all info needed to start and fall in love with the sport.
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Summary: Unclear Photos
Review: Though in terms of information I found the book interesting, the photos were unclear and dark. I was trying to discern whether the author was trying to explain the movements or the punch. Sometimes the photos did not "jibe" with the description. The author does try but, the photos detract from what he was trying to do. The models were good but, it was difficult reading and accessing the author's content. Please try to utilize better pictures. It was really hard following. I really was interested and wanted to use this book for students in the martial arts. I was disappointed and had hoped to use this book. I also box but, the photos were just too dark and hard to follow. Please try again. The author's effort is appreciated.
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