What Is Boxing?
Boxing has been around for thousands of years and is an official Olympic event. Boxing occurred in ancient Egypt. Boxing involves two athletes punching each other with padded gloves, the goal is to knock their opponent down and out. Fights usually last three to twelve three-minute rounds. Boxing is now a popular activity in the fitness industry with boxing gyms across the world. Training usually includes various types of punches, bags, jumping rope, and footwork. Boxing makes it a great form of aerobic exercise.