Quote Originally Posted by vex
I'm 22 years old, i've been boxing now for 2 years. Juring sparring at my gym I spar with this 15 year old kid. And he dosn't take it lightly, in fact i don't land any punches on him and he beats me up bad! Same with a few other youngsters at my gym who dance cicrcles around me, these kids have been boxing since they were 8. This is a huge blow to my self condidence if a 15 year old can beat me like that. Is this a common situation for some of you? and how do you deal with it?

Keep sparring.

Don't let it hurt your self confidence. It's a good thing that u have more experienced people to spar with. Listen to your coach and try to correct your mistakes a little bit at a time (it does not happen over night).

U have 2 believe in yourself and your ability. Work hard (100% of yourself) and u will be OK.

Without self confidence this is the wrong sport 2 be in.

Good luck.