Ultimate Home Boxing Setup Expert Tips

In this guide, our team aims to help you find the perfect space & equipment for your very own, home boxing gym!

While going to the local boxing, Muay Thai, fitness gym is a sure way to get a fantastic workout, sometimes life can get in the way, making training at home the only available option.
The below steps will assist you in finding exactly what you need to have your very own home boxing gym!

Step 1: Finding & measuring your training space/area

When finding your new workout space, ensuring the area is clean & spacious is a must, if you're renting an apartment, etc. moving around household furniture may be the only way to create the desired space.
Utilising movable training items such as a free-standing bag may also be your equipment of choice.

Or you may have the perfect amount of space in the backyard or on the deck,
Just ensure that the area is weatherproof from rain or the harsh sunlight!

We recommend finding a space big enough to fit a boxing bag in the middle with adequate space to move freely around the item without the risk of running into a chair or table, etc.
If you don't have the luxury of this amount of space, boxing activities such as skipping & shadowboxing can still be completed comfortably!

Once you have found your area, another factor to review is flooring.
If you're training on a hard surface such as tiles, floorboards, or concrete, purchasing some rubber mats can ease the stress placed on your body, lowering the risk of injury.

Alternatively, if you're dealing with carpet ensure to utilise a fan & towel when possible to minimise the sweat & moisture build-up during & after a training session.

Once you have found your space of play,
Which sports/activities are you looking to add to your workouts, this decision can add additional questions to review.

Step 2: Which sport are you incorporating?

If boxing or hand striking martial arts are your choices:
Do you have ceiling space or wall space to hold a boxing bag?
Do you have the floor space to incorporate footwork or move 360 degrees?
Are there items in the room that could cause harm to you?

If kickboxing/Muay Thai or martial arts incorporating kicks are your choices:
Do your walls or ceiling have the strength to hold a larger or longer boxing bag?
Do you have enough room to place a freestanding bag into?
Will there be enough space to throw a kick comfortably?
Is there enough grip on the floor to ensure no accidental slipping?

Step 3: Decide which items will suit your space & sport of choice.

For the below sports, some items are more suitable to one over the other, however, they are all fantastic tools in their own right!
Take a look at our recommendations below to see which items are a must-have in your home gym.

Boxing:

Boxing Bags, the #1 choice for those with the ability to hang a bag from their ceiling or wall, a 3ft bag & longer will suffice!

Freestanding Bags, a perfect alternative for a hanging boxing bag, a great solution for renters or small spaces as no installation is required & is easy to store after training.

Floor to Ceiling Balls, a fantastic, light load-bearing option, requires a ceiling hook & floor anchor to utilise, provides a low impact on the joints, requires less space than a boxing bag.

Speedballs, an incredibly boxing aid for endurance, will require a wall for installing a platform, needs minimal space however does create a lot of noise, finding an uninterrupted space is a must!

Kickboxing/Muay Thai:

Boxing Bags, the #1 choice for those with the ability to hang a bag from the ceiling or wall, a 4ft bag, or longer should suffice!

Freestanding Bags, a perfect alternative for a hanging boxing bag, a great solution for renters or small spaces as no installation is required & is easy to store after training.

Wall bag, a stunning model of boxing bag engineered for improving your punches, kicks, elbow & knees, a strong wall is required, less space required than boxing bag.

Training Accessories:

Skipping ropes: The perfect aid to developing rhythm & get a sweat on, with multiple styles available, this is a must-have item for all boxing enthusiasts.

Slip Ball: A great timing tool to aid to your boxing/shadowboxing, simply hang from the ceiling, allowing a pendulum-like swing designed to help the boxer improve their evasion & footwork.

Reflex Ball: A fun, interactive, inexpensive home training tool, can sit in your pocket & can be utilised almost ANYWHERE!

We hope this guide has motivated you to finally get that home Boxing setup you deserve!
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