I would join a boxing gym. I did that up here in the Pacific Northwest. Some boxing gyms are more like cardio gyms; if you're interested in actually learning how to box, I'd suggest looking for a gym that specifically trains boxing skills -- check reviews on Yelp, etc. I joined a legit boxing gym. When you join, often you get the use of the gym in hours where you're not taking lessons, so you can drop by regularly and work the heavy bag, speed bag, etc.
One way to go is to take group or private lessons. I took half hour private lessons. Amazed at how much technique there is with boxing. There are mainly only 6 punches (rt/left - jab, cross, uppercut) but endless combinations, as well as footwork, dodges, block, block/jab. Getting in the ring is a trip. I still remember getting hit in the face for the first time; this from someone who works a desk job. It stunned me. After a while, you get used to it. A thrill to move in the ring and set up shots. Other times, my instructor would wear a fat-suit like thing where I could hit him in different locations.
You should get 180" wraps and learn to wrap your hands to protect from damaging your wrist and fingers. Get a good pair of gloves, esp. with support for your thumb. If you're not going to take lessons, there are a number of YouTube videos that are very good at how to throw punches, snap your arm back after punching, stance. The videos were basically doing the same thing as my instructor. Learn how to use your trunk rotation for power, snap your wrist on the jab, 1-2 combo -- basic stuff. The lessons I paid for were private 30 minutes for $30/each. I did at least 6 a month and got free use of the gym the rest of the week.
You'll get more out of boxing if you're in good shape. When outside the ring, work on your cardio, leg strength, and core training. You may want to invest some time in this before you begin boxing.
If you're looking to do lessons, it helps to get a good instructor. Check Yelp reviews, ask the front-desk if you're looking for someone intense, or easy-going etc. Or just wander around the gym while checking it out and see how different instructors teach. We had one instructor who was a peg-leg with a eye patch on one eye- total asshole, everyone quit his lessons within a matter of weeks. We had another guy who fought professional, good record, fought Mayweather (lost, naturally), but experienced and a solid coach. They'll start you off with basic jab technique, then cross, doing 1-2 combos, dodge/parry, footwork then they'll usually do some sparring or get you in the ring.
I suffered an injury (unrelated to boxing) and haven't been able to go for a while. Miss it. Definitely felt like Fight Club, and always couldn't wait to leave the sterile office for the physicality and adrenalin of the ring.
One way to go is to take group or private lessons. I took half hour private lessons. Amazed at how much technique there is with boxing. There are mainly only 6 punches (rt/left - jab, cross, uppercut) but endless combinations, as well as footwork, dodges, block, block/jab. Getting in the ring is a trip. I still remember getting hit in the face for the first time; this from someone who works a desk job. It stunned me. After a while, you get used to it. A thrill to move in the ring and set up shots. Other times, my instructor would wear a fat-suit like thing where I could hit him in different locations.
You should get 180" wraps and learn to wrap your hands to protect from damaging your wrist and fingers. Get a good pair of gloves, esp. with support for your thumb. If you're not going to take lessons, there are a number of YouTube videos that are very good at how to throw punches, snap your arm back after punching, stance. The videos were basically doing the same thing as my instructor. Learn how to use your trunk rotation for power, snap your wrist on the jab, 1-2 combo -- basic stuff. The lessons I paid for were private 30 minutes for $30/each. I did at least 6 a month and got free use of the gym the rest of the week.
You'll get more out of boxing if you're in good shape. When outside the ring, work on your cardio, leg strength, and core training. You may want to invest some time in this before you begin boxing.
If you're looking to do lessons, it helps to get a good instructor. Check Yelp reviews, ask the front-desk if you're looking for someone intense, or easy-going etc. Or just wander around the gym while checking it out and see how different instructors teach. We had one instructor who was a peg-leg with a eye patch on one eye- total asshole, everyone quit his lessons within a matter of weeks. We had another guy who fought professional, good record, fought Mayweather (lost, naturally), but experienced and a solid coach. They'll start you off with basic jab technique, then cross, doing 1-2 combos, dodge/parry, footwork then they'll usually do some sparring or get you in the ring.
I suffered an injury (unrelated to boxing) and haven't been able to go for a while. Miss it. Definitely felt like Fight Club, and always couldn't wait to leave the sterile office for the physicality and adrenalin of the ring.