The mind & body benefits of boxing

Boxing is a great cardio workout that can burn up to 800 calories an hour. Women’s Health Magazine ranks it as the second biggest calorie burner among fitness classes.

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But there’s more to health than burning calories, and boxing also builds strength and bone density, which is especially important for women

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In addition, while they might seem like polar opposites, boxing—like meditation—requires focus, which can draw your mind away from stressful thought patterns.

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Boxing also builds confidence. Unfortunately, being a woman in our society can come with a certain sense of vulnerability.

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While I will never deliberately put myself in harm’s way, it’s nice to know that I have the power to defend myself if need be.

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