Going up against heavier fighters in boxing

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Jamesy
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25 Feb 2018, 12:25 pm

I am 5ft7 and weigh 154 pounds (all muscle).

When i start doing boxing again in april i would like too go up against 210 pound men in the ring for a challenge.

Do you think i am biting of more than i can i chew boxing men who are that heavy?



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25 Feb 2018, 12:50 pm

Yes, I would be careful. Someone who is significantly heavier than yourself has several advantages:
1) his punches will be more powerful;
2) the mechanical energy tranfer from his fist to your head will be more efficient;
3) he will be able to take up your punches much easier.


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