Vijay Kumar Vijay Kumar Asked 5 months ago

Does boxing help with weight loss?

I'm looking for a new and engaging way to lose weight and get fit. My friend recently started boxing classes and has lost a lot of weight. Does boxing help with weight loss significantly, and is it a good workout?

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Gaurav Kapoor Gaurav Kapoor Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Oh absolutely, you will sweat so much you might lose a kilo of water weight in the first session itself! Plus, punching a heavy bag is great therapy for when your boss annoys you. Give it a shot, it's super fun.

Savita Iyer Savita Iyer Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Any form of movement that connects your mind and body is wonderful for your health. Stay positive and listen to your body's limits. Take care of your eating habits and the weight will naturally find its balance.

Sneha Paul Sneha Paul Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I have been thinking of joining a boxing gym near my house but I am a bit scared. Is it very hard for complete beginners? Please let me know if we need a lot of stamina before starting.

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Priyanka Das Priyanka Das Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I used to feel so self-conscious about my weight and hated traditional gyms. Boxing was the first thing that made me feel strong instead of just 'fat'. It really helps your mental health along with weight loss.

Karan Singhal Karan Singhal Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Boxing is an incredible high-intensity cardio workout, so it burns a lot of calories. But remember, weight loss still depends on your diet. Pair boxing sessions with a clean, high-protein diet for the best results.

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Jaspreet Singh Jaspreet Singh Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

It definitely works. I used boxing to drop 12 kg post-lockdown. My advice is to focus on your form first rather than punching hard, otherwise you will end up hurting your wrists. Get good hand wraps.

Meera Rao Meera Rao Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I cannot say if it works for everyone biologically, but personally, I lost about 5 kgs in three months when I took up boxing. It was much more engaging for me than running on a boring treadmill.

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