I got a question.....

[CutMeMick]

For starters I want to thank EVERYONE for their advice I really appreciate it.

uhhh...u pay for that thing already?

Mick,

A, I'm surprised you're such a fan of bxing yet have never really done it. (Am I right?)

B, I hate to tell you this, bro, but I think honestly is best. Cancel your order if you can. you are far etter off to stick with itemizing things.... buy a decent heavy bag from title or ringsde an hang it from your rafters.

screw the speed bag. if you're a newb, you don't need it. The truth is, you'll be disappointed with that speedbag. the bag will have poor action and the platform will be very flimsy. You have to spend big bucks tog et a decent speedbag platform. I made my own out of wood form a high end lumber yeard. $65 should get you some nice 2" thick red oak. Then buy a bag and swivel from title.

Von,

1. I've boxed before and have been in a gym.

2. When I said what do I do with it, I meant the actual item asking if anyone else had one or had used one. I guess I should have been more specific.

3. Your "Return Item" comment scares me... The thing with buying the items in sections to set them up alone would be buying/building the mounts and or areas in which to set them up which I think is more then what I want. I've got enough tasks here fixing up my house with remodeling and doorways etc. etc. that the last thing I'd want is another job.

Thank you for your honesty I can appreciate that, but I guess at this moment I have no choice and I have to make the best of it. Maybe you can help me out and find a way to work with what I've got.

[Dizaster]

For starters I want to thank EVERYONE for their advice I really appreciate it.

uhhh...u pay for that thing already?

Mick,

A, I'm surprised you're such a fan of bxing yet have never really done it. (Am I right?)

B, I hate to tell you this, bro, but I think honestly is best. Cancel your order if you can. you are far etter off to stick with itemizing things.... buy a decent heavy bag from title or ringsde an hang it from your rafters.

screw the speed bag. if you're a newb, you don't need it. The truth is, you'll be disappointed with that speedbag. the bag will have poor action and the platform will be very flimsy. You have to spend big bucks tog et a decent speedbag platform. I made my own out of wood form a high end lumber yeard. $65 should get you some nice 2" thick red oak. Then buy a bag and swivel from title.

Von,

1. I've boxed before and have been in a gym.

2. When I said what do I do with it, I meant the actual item asking if anyone else had one or had used one. I guess I should have been more specific.

3. Your "Return Item" comment scares me... The thing with buying the items in sections to set them up alone would be buying/building the mounts and or areas in which to set them up which I think is more then what I want. I've got enough tasks here fixing up my house with remodeling and doorways etc. etc. that the last thing I'd want is another job.

Thank you for your honesty I can appreciate that, but I guess at this moment I have no choice and I have to make the best of it. Maybe you can help me out and find a way to work with what I've got.

I'm going to have a look at one of the stands in a week or 2 at a sport store around the corner, so i'll tell you how much room they have etc... I'll also test the speed bag platform out to see if they are sturdy.. Even though i'm sure different brands are a bit different, i'll get an idea whether they are just crap or worthwhile... If it came to it, you could probably upgrade the wood to something a little thicker or even get a new swivel/bag eventually...

It's difficult not having any place to hang that stuff.. Especially a double ended bag..

[CutMeMick]

Should I use air or helium to inflate the speed bag and the double end bag?

Anyone?

[CutMeMick]

Should I use air or helium to inflate the speed bag and the double end bag?

Anyone?

I used air...

[donnydarkoIRL]

Should I use air or helium to inflate the speed bag and the double end bag?

Anyone?

I used air...

Believe it or not I don't really use the speed ball, but I'd say air is better.

[Von Milash]

For starters I want to thank EVERYONE for their advice I really appreciate it.

uhhh...u pay for that thing already?

Mick,

A, I'm surprised you're such a fan of bxing yet have never really done it. (Am I right?)

B, I hate to tell you this, bro, but I think honestly is best. Cancel your order if you can. you are far etter off to stick with itemizing things.... buy a decent heavy bag from title or ringsde an hang it from your rafters.

screw the speed bag. if you're a newb, you don't need it. The truth is, you'll be disappointed with that speedbag. the bag will have poor action and the platform will be very flimsy. You have to spend big bucks tog et a decent speedbag platform. I made my own out of wood form a high end lumber yeard. $65 should get you some nice 2" thick red oak. Then buy a bag and swivel from title.

Von,

1. I've boxed before and have been in a gym.

2. When I said what do I do with it, I meant the actual item asking if anyone else had one or had used one. I guess I should have been more specific.

3. Your "Return Item" comment scares me... The thing with buying the items in sections to set them up alone would be buying/building the mounts and or areas in which to set them up which I think is more then what I want. I've got enough tasks here fixing up my house with remodeling and doorways etc. etc. that the last thing I'd want is another job.

Thank you for your honesty I can appreciate that, but I guess at this moment I have no choice and I have to make the best of it. Maybe you can help me out and find a way to work with what I've got.

well, I hope I'm wrong then. The double ender will be fine, and he heavy ok too mmost likely. but try your best to anchor the speed bag platform. you might be wise to build your own platform after the fact and secure THAT to it. th heavier the platform, the better the rebound/action. as you already know.

[CutMeMick]

Well it got here last week on Thur. I built it and all I need to get some weight to give it more stability and I'm ready to go.

I'm very proud of myself I've cut out Soda, beer and lots of fatty foods out of my menu. Coming from a Mexican family we eat everything fried. We deeep fry just about anything and we don't use oil cause that's too healthy we use lard.

Anyway I've been eating healthy and I havent had a burger or a taco in about 3 weeks now. Lot's of salads well cooked chicken breast, steaks, veggies, peanuts, wheat, everything "light" or "non-fat".

No more cookies in the morning all I have is fruit and cereal the occasional toast with juice and I also make some shakes.

[donnydarkoIRL]

Robert,

Sorry for the belated reply, you know I'm good for an excuse!

Assuming you're not going to train to box competitvely, I wouldn't box every day. That system could work incredibly well on the days you use it, but I would implement some other ideas in order to maximise your gains/losses whichever you aim for.

I would aim for a five or six day regimen,

On 3 days (not together) I would box. Hit the bag, shadow box, throw on the double end bag, bang the speed ball. As your'e looking for fitness rather than skill keep the tempo high and the volume continuous.

On these same 3 days, I would then utilise the treadmill for a medium to long run.

On the other 2/3 days I would then concentrate on weight training.
Obviously your weight programme is highly personalised and your workout would be tailor made for your requirements, but weights are an excellent training concept whether your trying to bulk or become more compact.

These same 2 or 3 days I would use the treadmuill for a sprint routine.
Dare I mention the dreaded tabatas

Finally, nutrition is three quuarters of the battle, if you can keep the mind strong and the body well fuelled you can achieve just about anything, I truely mean that.

Best wishes and good luck,
HmD

[CutMeMick]

Robert,

Sorry for the belated reply, you know I'm good for an excuse!

Assuming you're not going to train to box competitvely, I wouldn't box every day. That system could work incredibly well on the days you use it, but I would implement some other ideas in order to maximise your gains/losses whichever you aim for.

I would aim for a five or six day regimen,

On 3 days (not together) I would box. Hit the bag, shadow box, throw on the double end bag, bang the speed ball. As your'e looking for fitness rather than skill keep the tempo high and the volume continuous.

On these same 3 days, I would then utilise the treadmill for a medium to long run.

On the other 2/3 days I would then concentrate on weight training.
Obviously your weight programme is highly personalised and your workout would be tailor made for your requirements, but weights are an excellent training concept whether your trying to bulk or become more compact.

These same 2 or 3 days I would use the treadmuill for a sprint routine.
Dare I mention the dreaded tabatas

Finally, nutrition is three quuarters of the battle, if you can keep the mind strong and the body well fuelled you can achieve just about anything, I truely mean that.

Best wishes and good luck,
HmD

Donny thanks a lot for your input I really appreciate it.