Fit boxing: zoom on this practice inspired by boxing!

What exactly is fit boxing?

Also called fit boxing or fitness boxing, THE fit boxing is a mix between boxing and fitness. This practice mixes the foot and fist techniques of combat sports with muscle strengthening exercises from fitness.

From combat sports from which fit boxing is inspired, we can especially cite the boxing, there French boxing and the Thai Boxing. Basically, fit boxing mixes kickboxing, martial arts, fitness and aerobics.

It's a sporting practice in which boxing movements are adapted to make them simpler. Furthermore, they are included with fitness exercises, just to challenge yourself a little. 🔥

The goal is to work the whole body. Both lower body and upper body. But not only that, fit boxing also aims to work your cardio.

Compared to classic boxing, with fit boxing, there no contact, no fight And none sparring. THE shots you send are either given on a punching bag, either shadow boxing. Or sometimes even both! It is also possible that part of the course will be done on a Musculation bench. 

And it is also the fact that there is no no contact which makes the practice accessible to everyone. There is no dimension of confrontation.

As a result, beginners and combat sports experts alike can participate in fit boxing sessions. Which partly explains why the fit boxing is a practice often popular among women.

Moreover, the courses are always supervised by a coach. He/she is of course there to support you and to give you tips if you are a little lost.

How does a fit boxing session take place?

Fit boxing sessions are generally done in the form of group lessons and are therefore supervised by coaches. But they can also be done in individual lessons with a coach.

A session generally lasts between 45 minutes and 1 hour. It begins with a warm-up before moving on to the heart of the training.

Warming up

THE warm-up lasts between 10 and 15 minutes during which you go prepare your muscles and joints for exercise. For that, you go for example doing cardio exercises such as skipping rope, running on the spot, rowing, etc.

The goal is also to get your heart rate up a little to be ready to carry out the different movements of the session.

The heart of the session

Once you warmed up well, you will be able start serious things. It's time to work!

There session is generally done in splits, or you chain cardio and strengthening exercises with boxing movements.

From exercises you are going to do, there is for example:

• THE squats
• THE pumps
• THE slots
• THE burpees
• THE sheathing
• THE sit-ups
• Etc.

THE exercises are done to music, which allows give everyone a rhythm. The sounds also give a rhythm which allows you to time the execution of the exercises to the music. In the end it is a bit like a choreography.

And just after these strengthening and cardio exercises, you will continue with boxing moves.

THE most used boxing moves during the fit boxing sessions are:

• THE jab, that is to say the direct from the front arm
• THE cross, that is to say the direct from the rear arm
• THE hooks, that is to say a circular blow front arm and rear arm
• THE uppercuts, that is to say a rising blow front arm and rear arm
• THE kicking, notably the high kicks and the low kicks

So you're going to throw these shots either on the punching bag, either shadow boxing, and even sometimes with bear paws.

Actually it will depend a little on the type of course :

• If it's a group course with many participants, it will rather be shadow boxing.
• If it's a group lesson with few people, it will rather be at punching bag, even also in shadow boxing.
• If it's a individual lesson, it can be at punching bag, in shadow boxing or even to Bear paws.

The end of the session

A fit boxing class often ends with a little stretching. Stretching is often inspired by pilates and yoga exercises.

It is also a good way to end the session gently For make the most of all the benefits of fit boxing.

What are the benefits of fit boxing?

Fit boxing is a practice that combines both the benefits of boxing and those of fitness. It then allows you to:

• Use all the muscles of your body
• Improve your flexibility and your mobility
• Burn a lot of calories (more than 400 calories per session)
• Improve your cardiovascular endurance
• Discover the boxing without taking punches
• YOU let off steam and of let go
• To handle better your breath and your breathing
• Combat THE stress And anxiety
• Surpass yourself at each session
• Develop of the reflexes from combat sports
• Earn in strength, speed, And explosiveness
• Gain confidence in yourself
• Have a better balance and of best supports
• Improve your concentration and your coordination
• Feel a feeling of well-being After each session
• Stimulate your blood circulation
• Develop your combativeness
• Practice a fun and playful activity
• Channel your energy And you let off steam when needed

So, if you want to enjoy all these benefits, we can only advise you to sign up for a fit boxing class to try !

Where to do fit boxing training?

It's a practice which has become more and more widespread in sports halls which offer group lessons. Take a look at the different gyms near you, chances are coaches offer fit boxing classes.

Otherwise, you can also try fit boxing directly from home with online courses. You can easily find workouts to follow on YouTube For example.

Sometimes, some traditional boxing gyms also offer fit boxing classes. But these are not not all gyms do this type of workout. So, find out about the boxing clubs near you.

Finally, there is more and more new sports studios opening and offering sessions on the concept of fit boxing. And it is moreover what we do at the Circle !

But before telling you a little more about what we offer the Circle, we have some last tips for you.

Our advice for starting fit boxing

• Find out about coaches who give fit boxing classes
• If you understand the course, ask a friend to accompany you
• Put a comfortable outfit that helps you to be free in your movements
• Don't give everything from the start, increase the intensity gradually
• Adapt your diet according to your goal (weight loss, toning, etc.)
• feel free to ask your coaches for advice
• Take always a water bottle or a bottle of water with you
• Keep a regular rhythm in your session schedule (2 or 3 per week)

There you go, with these few tips you should be able to do your fit boxing sessions in a fun and good mood !

Conclusion

THE fit boxing it's a sporting practice inspired by combat sports. She mixing boxing moves with fitness exercises. The goal is to work your whole body, without forgetting your cardio.

At each session you use techniques from boxing (jab, cross, etc.) and reinforcement exercises (push-ups, squats, etc.) and cardio (burpees, knee raises, etc.) for burn as many calories as possible.

So if you want sculpt you a toned silhouette And gain endurance, THE fit boxing is made for you !

Discover fit boxing at the Circle

You want test fit boxing in Paris ? In this case, Le Cercle is the boxing studio you have to try !

At the Circle, Our goal it's from make you love boxing by uninhibiting it. Our concept is simple: a workout 50% boxing 50% bootcamp divided into 10 rounds.

• Boxing side you chain them together classic shots of the noble art on aqua-bags
• Side boot camp you chain them together strengthening exercises on benches equipped with dumbbells

Our sessions last 50 minutes and are thoughts of only one thing : that you let go to give everything. And to help you, best coaches in Panama are there !

Whether you are a boxing pro or not, you have your place in the round! Our workouts are accessible to everyone, And this, no matter your level.

At the Circle it's zero fight, zero shock ! The only thing you box is the aqua-bags. Don't panic, they don't hit back.

So if you want discover fit boxing in fun and good humor, book a session at the Circle ! Our coaches and our tigers are waiting for you to switch on off in a crazy atmosphere.

In addition you have the choice: Beaubourg or Montmartre, our 2 studios are located in the heart of Paris. Come join us tiger! 🔥