Box Like the Pros
“Box Like the Pros” by Joe Frazier, published by Harper Collins on November 1, 2005, is a comprehensive guide to boxing that spans 240 pages. Co-authored with William Dettloff, a senior writer for The Ring magazine, this first edition offers insights into the sport’s history, essential techniques, and practical advice for both hobbyists and aspiring professional boxers.
Readers will find a thorough introduction to boxing, covering topics such as the rules of the ring, scoring methods, and sparring techniques. The book also includes information on defensive and offensive strategies, workout routines, and a directory of boxing gyms. “Box Like the Pros” serves as both an instructional manual and a historical reference, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the sport of boxing.
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Former World Heavyweight champion Smokin’ Joe Frazier and William Dettloff, senior writer for The Ring magazine, present a complete guide to the fight game – from the history of the sport to how to throw a crushing uppercut and take a punch without flinching.
Drawing from the experiences of one of the masters of the sport, Box Like the Pros is a must–have for anyone pursuing boxing as a hobby or who is interested in training to become a professional boxer. Frazier, with longtime boxing writer William Dettloff, presents a complete introduction to the sport, including the game’s history, rules of the ring, how fights are scored, how to spar, the basics of defence and offence, the fighter’s workout, a directory of boxing gyms, and much more. Box Like the Pros is an instruction manual, a historical reference tool and an insider’s guide to the world’s most controversial sport.
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