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Step Into the Ring and Feel the Benefits of Youth Boxing

By Credihealth Admin Updated on September 29, 2023 • 4 min read
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Young people need to be more involved in physical activity to enjoy the benefits of healthy living. However, there is a disconnect between healthy living and reality among the youth. Since many spend most of their time on electronic gadgets - even though schools encourage sports as a means of exercise - you will also need to emulate this as a parent. Consider enrolling your kid in after-school sports programs to help keep their body moving. There are many activities you can choose from such as youth boxing, hockey, and basketball. With the many options available, it can be challenging to make the right choice for your kid. However, by looking at the beneficial aspects of each program, it can be easy to come to a decision. The following are the pros of youth boxing to help you decide on the right sports program for your child.

  • Teaches some self-defence

It is important that your child is equipped with the relevant skills for self-defence. Youth boxing provides children with proper techniques such as hooks, uppercuts, and jabs. Furthermore, youth boxing emphasises footwork that improves the speed and awareness of the individual. The program also encourages your child only to use the skills learned in dire need for self-defence. 

  • Goal setting

Youth boxing teaches them how to set goals and actualise them. The trainer challenges your child to improve on certain aspects of boxing within a specified amount of time in the program. The trainer monitors progress and rewards those that meet the goals while encouraging those who do not. We love challenges, so why not involve your child in something that will keep them on their toes? Over time, setting goals to be achieved in a specified period is something they will easily incorporate into their lifestyle. 

  • Makes them focus

There is more to boxing than throwing jabs. It requires mental focus to execute the specific techniques. With focus, your child will ensure they maximise output power on their performance while reducing the chances of injuries. The focus can transition into school, and you might notice changes in their grades. Recent research shows that physically active students portray higher levels of concentration in challenging scenarios.

  • Teaches respect

You might have noticed boxing opponents shake hands before their fight. This is because boxing is a respectful, organised sport. In youth boxing, children are taught to respect themselves and those around them. Like most sports, youth boxing encourages sportsmanship which can be applied in other life scenarios. Sportsmanship is regarded as fair and good behaviour towards your opponent, which can all be traced back to respect.

  • Builds level of confidence

Constant words of affirmation and encouragement to your child will enable greater confidence in varying aspects of life. Thus, in youth boxing, the trainers have a reward system that awards children based on their efforts. In addition to that, organising mini boxing tournaments where the reward system is based on participation makes your child confident in their skills. 

  • Creates healthy social development

Youth boxing is a social sport in that the kids can compete and train against each other. In the boxing program, your child will be able to meet like-minded children who are within his or her age group. The exposure of your child to other children with a different background will create a healthy social development at an early age.

  • Teaches some self-discipline

To be a successful boxer, your child is taught the importance of self-discipline. Trainers thrive at this, as they continuously mention that discipline is integral in a boxer's success. Over time, self-discipline is slowly intertwined with your child's activities.

  • It is an educational sport

Besides teaching your child boxing techniques, coaches also teach the importance of self-care and proper nutrition. These are simple skills that go a long way in keeping your child healthy.

Final thoughts

Keeping your child active and away from electronic gadgets is not as difficult as it seems. You must find a sport they enjoy that also offers more than exercise, and this is why youth boxing is an excellent option to consider.
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