See how boxing helps you lose weight

One of the most exciting and passionate sports in the world, boxing has also become a rage in gyms. Martial art exercises body and mind, bringing good discipline and physical preparation to the practitioner, who has to sweat his shirt to face the diverse and hectic series of exercises which make up the training sessions.

benefits of sport

Boxing promises resistance, agility, speed, strength, motor coordination and muscular power. With a single method, it is possible to work the whole body, giving greater emphasis to the upper limbs, especially arms, shoulders, abdomen and lower back.

Helps in slimming

The practice of boxing is also excellent for those looking to lose weight. “For being a sport training and working on physical skills, boxing also contributes to a high caloric expenditure, helping to maintain and lose weight”, explains Gustavo Barquilha, physical trainer.

In 40 minutes of class, it is possible to lose 400 to 800 calories. Practicing it 2 to 4 times a week, the result of a well-defined body already becomes apparent in the first months of practice. In addition to jump rope to warm up, in boxing, you jump, run and work on arm and torso movements.

boxing for everyone

For both men and women, the workouts are the same. “Ideally, the duo should be formed with people of the same sex and close body weight, for reasons of strength”, explains Gustavo Barquilha.

And, contrary to what many women think, boxing does not leave the female body with broad shoulders, but it decreases body fat and tones the muscles. “The focus of the modality is not hypertrophy, so the muscles are defined without increasing mass”, reveals the physical trainer.

against stress

In addition to being a sport that works the muscles completely, boxing also works in a very positive way to release everyday tensions. “The practice of martial arts, in general, helps to recover balance, discipline and put the mind in its place”, evaluates the professional. The shirt comes out wet, and the energies are renewed.

Attention with food

To expend so much energy, you need to have a balanced diet. A nourished body makes much greater use of exercise. Therefore, it is necessary to have adequate meals before and after training.

“Carbohydrates and amino acids are indicated in the pre-workout, and proteins and carbohydrates are indicated in the post-workout”, advises Gustavo Barquilha, who is also a nutritional consultant. “A nutritionist should always be consulted to indicate an appropriate menu for your fitness”, he completes.