Running?

[danny13]

I will admit it, I am not the best at doing roadwork. Honestly, I really dislike it...boring. However, I can jump rope forever and do so quite intensely. Do you guys think it is enough just to jump rope. I can jump 12 three minute rounds straight with no problem. Is that enough? Or should I be running?

Even though I can jump rope alot, my shoulders and arms do get tired...Help!

[Del Coqui]

are you an am fighter? If you are and your not having trouble making weight I dont see a problem. Some sprints might not hurt.

[danny13]

Yes, I am an amateur...Believe it or not I would like to get down in weight as well. I would like to work it down to 152. I am walking around at like 165-167. I am trying to get in better shape and think that more roadwork is neccessary. What do you think?

[Del Coqui]

I never done 12x3 mins rds of skipping so I'm not sure how that compares to a regular 3 or 4 mile run. If you are looking to get down in weight, long runs will help, if you are looking for conditioning, intervals.

[Suckmedry]

You have to run. Nothing beats running.

I do intense sprints/interval type training twice a week, and then regular runs over varying distances two to three more times a week.

[Clegg]

Have you tried running with an MP3 player? That should help to make it less boring.

How are your energy levels during sparring/fights? If skipping and other exercises are working well enough that your boxing stamina is good then I wouldn't worry too much about running if you're doing fine without it.

[Walt Liquor]

I hate running too. Do you play basketball? It's good for your footwork and your wind cuz it's interval training and has jumping.

If you don't get tired in the ring it doesn't really matter, but it's good to change up your workouts.

If I used my iPod I don't mind knocking out 4-5 miles. I'll do it for a couple weeks, then play ball for a few weeks.

[southpaw2884]

i run like 5 days a week... i think of all my **** like its a game.. that i have to win if i dont run i feel wack and **** or like if i dont train.. i try to make like a competiton wit myself if that makes sense

[Joey Giardello]

does running make your legs stronger?

[Clegg]

does running make your legs stronger?

Yes, in my experience.