is the speed bag really a must do in terms of training, because i hate doing it,i mess up alot too and the **** just does'nt stop squeking,is there another way too bulid speed other than that bag???

Most people do the speed bag. It's the first thing I do, mainly to get it out of the way, as I hate it also.

just punch faster, the speed bag doesn't really do anything, you wouldn't punch somebody the same way you hit the speedbag now would you?

the speedbag doesnt help you to punch faster, its just for endurance, timing, and rythym

I love hitting the speed bag, kinda makes me feel like some pro getting ready for a tough bout.

I like just to zone out and stare at the bag as it gets slower and slower in my eyes.

works out my triceps and shoulders....which is kinda great if you want speed....(triceps give you the speed to pull out and in)

and its fun... for me i mix it up doing different things...

practice your hooks on it..

I am speed bag prejudiced. I love all speed bags. It's a rhythm thing.

The speed bag is incorrectly named. It should be called "the control bag", for without control speed will never come. You may learn to hit it HARD, but that is not the same as hitting it fast.

First, understand what the speed bag is for. Check here for Speed Bag Benefits (http://www.speedbagcentral.com/ssp/introduction#A)

LightsOut LE has the right idea. Mix it up. Make it fun. learn some new Speed Bag combinations. Click the Speed Bag Combinations picture link (http://www.speedbagcentral.com/ssp/multimedia?type=vid_2&c=3&p=1&clientId=55) to get some interesting combination video clips, in regular speed and slow motion. Hooks are a great combination exercise. Just use four rebounds inbetween the opposite fist hooks, such as Left Hook, Right Hook. (Three or five rebounds inbetween repetitive same side hooks, ie...two or three left hooks)

...and don't forget - you can use for speed bag for a great home exercise activity long after your "Ring" career is over. It's great for senior citizens (http://media.putfile.com/Old-Man81).

and lastly.

if you can't do it - Don't blame the bag. :(

It only does what YOU tell it.

triceps give you the speed to pull out




no, the phrase "I love you" does