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How To Box
Paperback
Publisher Price: $9.00
ISBN13: 9781639232321
Publisher: Lushena Books
Published: Apr 26 2022
Pages: 68
Weight: 0.20
Height: 0.14 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Master the Sweet Science with the Brown Bomber
Originally published during the height of his unparalleled career, How to Box is a classic instructional manual written by legendary World Heavyweight Champion Joe Louis. Widely regarded as one of the greatest punchers and most technically sound fighters in boxing history, Louis breaks down the fundamental mechanics of the sport for beginners, fitness enthusiasts, and seasoned athletes alike.
With a focus on discipline, precision, and strategy, this practical guide offers a masterclass in the foundational elements of boxing. Louis details the exact mechanics he used to dominate the heavyweight division, providing clear instructions on everything from wrapping hands to delivering a knockout blow.
Inside this classic sports manual, readers will discover:
- Stance and Footwork: How to establish balance, move efficiently, and command the ring.
- Offensive Techniques: The mechanics of throwing the perfect jab, hook, cross, and uppercut.
- Defensive Strategies: Essential maneuvers for blocking, slipping, clinching, and counter-punching.
Whether you are an aspiring fighter, a martial artist looking to improve your striking, or a historian of the sport, How to Box offers timeless, practical instruction from one of the greatest champions to ever step into the ring.
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