SAM NOAKES might be Britain’s hardest working boxer – but only after he walked out of his first two jobs after ONE shift.
The Maidstone lightweight – whose 10-0 record is built on a perfect 10/10 KO rate – has always been a fitness fanatic, conquering mountains and marathons on his days off from training.
Sam Noakes is a serious lightweight prospect who never has a day off.
Maidstone prospect Sam Noakes reckons his roofing career boosting his punch power.
But the 25-year-old could not match that commitment in his first two careers and jacked in a couple of earners without even getting paid.
The proud mummy’s boy – who still lives at home for the expert cooking and laundry on offer – told SunSport: “My first job after school was in a call centre, I went in with good intentions, gave it a go and never went back for the second day.
“I wasn’t fussy, the next job was McDonald’s, another full shift but couldn’t face going back and didn’t even get paid.
“In the end I got a job as a roofer, ten times harder than both of those jobs, outside and physically demanding but I loved it and I stuck to that right up until recently when my sponsorship deals allowed me to train full-time.
“But even in the summer now, if my old boss has a big job on, or if I am waiting around for a fight, I will go back and do a month or so on site with the boys, show them what I can still do.
“It’s the same with the running and mountains, if I wasn’t a boxer I would still be doing them with my mates, so I just squeeze them in around fights.”
Noakes reckons the only pre-boxing career he clicked with might be responsible for his freakish power and frightening nickname.
The Kent Golovkin – named after Kazakh KO king Gennady – believes the knockout power he has shown in both hands has come from lugging slates, tiles and cladding up and down ladders all day and trying to match the bigger blokes on the firm.
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Ahead of his Saturday Commonwealth title defence against Karthik Kumar, he laughed: “I remember being on jobs and there was always a bit of competition about who could carry what.
“And I remember the bigger lads telling me to go easy and leave the big loads to them.
“I wouldn’t stand for that though and always managed to match them, even though it was a serious struggle early on.
“They would ask if I was okay and I would be straining so much that I could just about manage to whisper a ‘yep’.
“So I can’t pinpoint where the power has come from for sure, but those tough days must have helped.”
Sam Noakes is racing through the 9st division on BT Sport.
Behind most boxers there is a story of woe or hardship but it’s refreshing to get nothing but smiles and boy-next-door charm from Noakes, whose mum has been the driving force behind his early success.
“I’m not a complex fella,” he likes to say. “There ain’t too much going upstairs for anyone to worry about.
“What you see is what you get with me.
“My mum and dad split up when I was young but they have always remained friends and supported me in everything I have done.
“My older siblings have moved out but I’ve got it too cushty indoors with my mum so until I find the love of a good woman, I am very happy at home with the one I already have.”
*Champion Sports Management star Sam Noakes spoke to SunSport over lunch at Crown Aspinalls Casino.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take for a professional boxer to become one?
It takes years of hard work and dedication to become a professional boxer. Training is essential if you are to become a professional boxer.
How can you learn to box punch?
A punching bag can be used to practice boxing punches. You will continue to punch the bag until the technique is perfected. Then you move onto another part of your body. You can then move onto the next area once you are comfortable with that one.
What can I do to improve my punching?
Boxing is all about good punch form. To be a good boxer, you need to master the art of punching. These are some tips that will help you improve your punching technique.
- Keep your head straight. Keep your head up when you’re throwing punches.
- Punch from the shoulder. Try to punch from the shoulder, not the chin when you throw a punch.
- Keep your eyes on your feet. Keep your feet still when you are punching.
- Give short, fast punches. Your body will be tired faster if you are throwing longer punches.
- Don’t forget about defense! Always be ready to stop any incoming punches.
- Use your elbows. Your elbows can be used to protect yourself.
- Use your legs. Properly using your legs will help you avoid being knocked down.
- Keep practicing every day. Even if you feel tired, continue training. It takes practice to get good at anything.
- Have fun Enjoy what’s going on.
- Remember to breathe. Breathing correctly will make you stronger and give you energy.
- Relax. Don’t worry too much about making mistakes. Just focus on learning new things.
- Be patient. Boxing isn’t easy. It takes time and practice to improve your skills.
- Never stop learning. As long as there is room for improvement, there will be room for improvement.
- You can listen to music. Listening to music during training can help you to relax and stay focused.
- See videos of professional boxers. You can be inspired by watching them fight.
- Read books. Reading can help you understand boxing techniques better.
- It is important to take breaks. Sometimes, you need to take a break. Play soccer or basketball outside.
- Find a coach. A coach who is an expert in boxing can help you get better faster.
- Do push-ups. Push-ups help build strength and endurance.
How many punches is a human capable of taking?
A punch is “a blow delivered by a fist”. A punch can only be taken once per person. If someone punches your face in the face, it’s a punch. You cannot hit him/her back. That would mean two punches.So, technically speaking, humans can only take one punch at a time!
How much weight do I need to lift for a good workout?
You must lift weights if your goal is to increase strength. Lifting weights should be done with care. First, make sure that you don’t overdo it. The second is to lift heavier loads every other day. Third, do each exercise 8 times. Fourth, take a break between sets for 2 minutes. Fifth, do all exercises without momentum. And finally, focus on form rather than speed.
How long does a boxer train per day?
Boxing trainers usually work out at least 4 hours a day. They learn new moves and practice their punches. Boxers may spar up to ten times per week.
What can I do to improve my fighting defense?
Learning how to fight intelligently can help you improve your defense. You need to know how defense against attacks from every angle is possible, as well how to counterattack in case of emergency.
If you don’t know the art of fighting, you won’t have the ability to win any fights. You’ll just get beaten up. But, if you are able to fight, you will be prepared for any situation.
Here are some ways to improve your defense.
- Be aware of where your opponent is attacking. This means you need to be attentive to your opponent’s body language. For example, if he looks nervous, this could mean that his next attack is coming soon.
- Keep calm. Don’t panic. Instead, remain calm and focused.
- Block with your arms. Blocking with your arm is a simple, but effective, way to defend yourself against attackers.
- Counterattack. Counterattack.
- Fight dirty. Fight dirty. You can also respond to an opponent’s kicks by kicking them back.
Statistics
- You want to be running at roughly 75-80% of your top speed..5 mile slow, easy recovery jog at the end.[6]X Research source 2Mix in long runs, shadow boxing, and short sprints on non-interval days. (wikihow.com)
- It is just like normal sparring with a partner, but you want to throw punches at 75% of your normal speed. (wikihow.com)
External Links
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boxandflow.com
How To
These are the basics of boxing
How to box effectively
Boxing is the most loved sport in the world. It consists of two opponents who try to knock out each other’s head. The rules of boxing vary from country to country. There are three types: Amateur, Professional, or Olympic boxing.
Amateur boxing usually takes place at school, college and university. This type of boxing includes sparring sessions with padded gloves and without any protection. Usually amateur boxing competitions consist of three rounds of five minutes each. There are many styles to amateur boxing like Kickboxing. Muay Thai. Taekwondo. Karate. Judo. Wrestling.
Boxing is typically practiced in clubs, stadiums or gyms. They wear protective equipment such as mouthpiece, nose guard, shin guards, elbow pads, knee pads, waist belt and groin protector. Six rounds of professional boxing last four minutes each. There are many styles of professional boxing: Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing and Muay Thai.
Olympic boxing can be seen at the Olympics. International standards require that boxers use special protective gear. The competition lasts for eight rounds, each lasting three minutes. Olympic boxing is limited to two styles: Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.
These are the basic skills required to box.
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- The body moves
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types of punches available: Left Hook and Right Hook, Cross, Cross, Straight, Underhand, Overhand, Cross, Straight, Cross, Straight, Cross, Straight, and Overhand. Each punch is different. Some punches are more powerful than others. For example, an uppercut requires great force. However, a straight punch is much more powerful and faster than other punches.
There are also different combinations. These are combinations of punches which work together to achieve a goal. A combination may contain several parts. An example of this is a left hook, followed by a right crossing. This will damage the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
Boxers use their bodies to defend themselves against attack. He does this by using his legs, arms, elbows, hands, knees and feet.
Legs
A boxer must use his legs to defend against kicks. When he receives a kick, he raises his leg and moves away from the attacker. To avoid being kicked on the sides, he bends at his knees when the attacker strikes from the front. He will block the kick with his foot if the attack is coming from behind.
Elbows
Because elbow strikes inflict a lot of pain, they are very effective. An elbow strike can be delivered either directly or indirectly. Directly means that your opponent is hit with your forearm. However, indirectly means that your elbow strike is delivered with another part or your arm.
Hands
Boxers use the power of their hands to block any incoming blows. They raise their fists high above their heads and point them in the direction of an attack. They then make contact with their attacker’s fist.
Knees
When receiving a blow to the stomach, abdomen or chest, a boxer should bend his knees to absorb the impact. For defense purposes, knee strikes are common.
Feet
A boxer should take control of an attack and respond with counter-attacks. This allows him to put distance between himself, his opponent, and the ring. Also, boxers must maintain their balance while delivering counter-attacks.
Stances
Boxing is only possible if a boxer has a clear stance. His stance will determine how he defends. It is how he positions himself and where he faces the opponent. Boxers have many options for stances. Here are the most commonly used ones:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Move your body
Boxers must maneuver around their opponent to win fights. This means changing your speed, position and rhythm.
Rotation
A boxer will rotate his arm when he is throwing a punch. Depending on what punch is being thrown, the speed of rotation varies.
Combinations
The effectiveness of a combination depends on the timing of each individual punch. A combination that works well starts with strong punches and ends with weak ones is a winning combination.
Spare parts
Sparring, a boxing practice session, is designed to improve your boxing skills. Sparring is a training session that helps a boxer train his mind and body. The goal of sparring is to learn to fight, and not to get hurt.
You need to have patience and dedication in order to learn how boxing works. To be a better boxer you need to train hard.
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