It all begins with a punch.
The Yard’s program is inspired by ancient labor. Focusing on functional muscle and strength vs. big bulky show muscles. Practicing boxing is a great way to improve your physical fitness and an engaging way to challenge your mind and body. Here are six benefits of boxing:
Improves heart health - Boxing is a form of HIIT which has been associated with a decreased risk of heart disease
Aids weight loss - High intensity boxing training has been shown to decrease body fat and improve overall body composition
Boosts whole body strength - Throwing a punch with correct form requires the full body to be engaged. Your legs, arms, shoulders, and back as well as the core muscles, are a significant part of the punching movement
Improves balance & coordination - Boxing is a movement-intensive activity. It involves coordinated footwork, developing reactive movement strategies to changing conditions, and the muscular strength mentioned above
Decreases stress - The act of punching anything relieves stress and boxing creates a safe and healthy environment to throw a lot of punches
Lowers blood pressure - Boxing and HIIT training, in general, have been shown to lower blood pressure, helping decrease stress on the blood vessels
The Yard is an on demand private boxing & fitness service. Each session incorporates traditional boxing mitt work with body weight and resistance strength training in a high-intensity personalized environment.