OLEKSANDR USYK is considering dropping back down to cruiserweight after his back-to-back wins over Anthony Joshua.
Usyk defeated Joshua in London last year via unanimous decision and overcame the British superstar again in August via split decision.
Oleksandr Usyk is keen to go back to the cruiserweight division
Oleksandr Usyk experienced tremendous success as a cruiserweight
The Ukrainian star now claims he wants a new challenge and is keen to return to the cruiserweight division to pursue more world titles.
The 35-year-old is also struggling to maintain his giant figure due to the gruelling training camps he undergoes as a heavyweight.
Usyk told Parimatch: “I was thinking about returning to cruiserweight and getting a few more of the world belts.
“You know, being a heavyweight means you have to be really heavy. You must eat a lot.
“It’s not hard to fight with these giants, but it’s really hard to eat all the time.”
Usyk added: “And now I work much more than I did as a cruiserweight, particularly in the training camps.
“I had to swim ten kilometers and train hard. At this moment I just want to stop and take a rest.
“A half of a year of training is hard work. I didn’t see my family for such a long time, I didn’t see my wife, children or anyone.”
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Usyk started his boxing career as a cruiserweight and picked up some major wins over notable opponents, such as Tony Bellew.
Nevertheless, the undefeated heavyweight has recently been linked with an undisputed title showdown against Tyson Fury.
However, the WBO, WBA, IBO and IBF heavyweight champion ruled himself out until next year.
The 35-year-old wishes to rest and recover with friends and family after returning to war-torn Ukraine.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the various types of boxing gloves available?
There are three types: mitts (fingerless mitts), full-fingerered gloves, and mitts (fingerless mitts). Mitten gloves have padding at the knuckles. Fingerless mitts do not have padding around the knuckles, but they still cover the fingers. Full-fingered gloves have padding around the entire hand.
Mittens are used for punching or hitting with the fist. Fingerless mitt gloves, also known as fingerless mitts, are used to punch or strike with the index finger’s knuckle. Boxing gloves for full-finger punching can be obtained with full-fingered hands.
What are the seven punches in boxing
These seven punches are: jab cross, hook hook, uppercut straight right, left hook and body shot. These punches are used for attacking the opponent’s body, head, and legs.
How can I practice boxing defense by myself?
Boxing has been around since the dawn of time. Boxing is considered one of the most difficult sports to practice. It’s not enough to punch someone in their face and knock them out. You must be able defend yourself from kicks and punches.
Finding a nearby boxing gym is the first step. Once you’ve found a good place to train, you’ll need to get some gloves and headgear. Gloves protect the hands while headgear protects the head. Shorts and a Tshirt are also required.
After you have all the equipment you need, it’s time to get warm. Begin slowly, then gradually increase your speed. Start sparring with another boxer when you feel confident. Don’t worry if you miss. You can always try again until it is perfect.
How do I practice boxing alone?
You can practice boxing by watching professional matches on TV, even if your partner is not available. A local amateur boxing association is also available. Amateur boxesing clubs usually hold regular training sessions. These sessions are often attended by sparring partners who share the same pads.
You can also train boxing with punching bags. Before hitting the bag you should make sure you are wearing protective gear, such as gloves.
Where can I find boxing equipment?
There are many online places where you can purchase boxing equipment. These include Amazon, eBay and Walmart. If you’re looking for cheap boxing gear, then you might want to check out discount stores like Ross or TJ Maxx.
Quality boxing gear is what you should be looking for. You can consider Warrior, Golden Glove or Premier Boxing Champions.
How many punches does a human take to get through a round?
A punch is “a blow delivered by a fist”. One punch is all that a human can take. You are punching someone in the face if they hit you. You cannot hit the person back. That would be two punches.
How to throw your jab.
This guide will show you how to throw a jab.
- Take your step forward with both of your feet.
- Arrest your arm high above your shoulder.
- Keep your fist in front of your target.
- After hitting your target, swing your arm backwards.
- Continue with steps 1 through 4.
Statistics
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- It is just like normal sparring with a partner, but you want to throw punches at 75% of your normal speed. (wikihow.com)
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How To
These are the basics of boxing
How to box efficiently
Boxing is one the most well-known sports in the world. It consists of two opponents who try to knock out each other’s head. Each country has its own rules. There are three main types of boxing: Amateur boxing, Professional boxing, and Olympic boxing.
Amateur boxing may be done at school, college, and university. This boxing style includes sparring sessions without protection, using padded gloves. Amateur boxing contests are usually three rounds in length, lasting five minutes each. There are many types of amateur boxing: Kickboxing, Muay Thai and Taekwondo.
Professional boxing is usually practiced in gyms, clubs or stadiums. They are equipped with protective equipment including a mouthpiece and nose guard, shinguards as well as elbow pads, knee pads. Waist belts and groin protectors. Professional boxing competitions include six rounds of four minutes each. There are many types of professional boxing. These include Boxing (MMA), Kickboxing (Mixed Martial Arts), Muay Thai and Taekwondo.
Olympic boxing is done at the Olympics. Special protective gear must be worn by boxers to ensure compliance with international standards. The competition lasts eight rounds of three minutes each. There are only two styles of Olympic boxing; Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.
Boxing is based on the following skills:
- Punching techniques
- Techniques for protecting yourself
- Footwork
- Stance
- Move your body
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches need more power than others. An uppercut, for instance, requires tremendous strength. A straight punch, on the other hand requires less power and is quicker than other punches.
There are many combinations of punches. These are combinations made up of several punches that can be used together to achieve one goal. A combination can contain multiple parts. A combination may include multiple parts. For example, damage to the jaw of an opponent can be caused by a left hook and a right cross.
Guard Techniques
Boxers protect themselves by protecting their bodies. He does this by using his legs, arms, elbows, hands, knees and feet.
Legs
To defend against kicks, a boxer should use his legs. He raises his leg when he is hit with a kick and then moves away from the opponent. To avoid being kicked on his side, he will bend his knees if the attack is from the front. But if the attack comes in the back, he will stand straight and block the kick using his foot.
Elbows
Because they inflict pain, elbow strikes can be very effective. An elbow strike can be delivered directly or indirectly. Directly means you hit your opponent directly with your forearm. While indirectly, it means you hit him with another section of 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. The attacker’s fist is then in their face.
Knees
When receiving a blow to the stomach, abdomen or chest, a boxer should bend his knees to absorb the impact. A lot of boxers use knee strikes to defend themselves.
Feet
A boxer should take control of an attack and respond with counter-attacks. This way, he can gain distance between himself and his opponent. Boxers should also keep their balance when counter-attacking.
Stances
Boxing effectively requires a boxer to have a good stance. The way he defends him will be dictated by his stance. It determines his position and the direction he will face. Boxers have many options for stances. Here are some of the more popular ones:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Moving your body
To win a fight, a fighter must move around the opponent. This includes changing speed, position and rhythm.
Rotation
When a boxer throws a punch, he rotates in order to increase the reach of his arm. You can rotate at different speeds depending upon the punch.
Combinations
Timing of each punch is crucial to the effectiveness of a combination. A combination of strong and weak punches will produce a good result.
Spare parts
Sparring, a boxing practice session, is designed to improve your boxing skills. A sparring session is where a boxer trains both his mind and his body. Sparring is a way to learn how to fight without getting hurt.
Learning to box takes dedication and patience. To become a better fighter, you have to train hard and continue to work.
