What is boxing and what equipment do I need?

Boxing – the sport that combines strength, technique and strategy

Boxing is one of the world's oldest and most traditional martial arts. It is characterized by fast punches, clever movements and carefully planned strategy in the ring. For many, boxing is not only about physical strength, but also about mental discipline, endurance and the ability to read your opponent.

Amateur boxing vs. professional boxing

There are two main types of boxing: amateur boxing and professional boxing. The difference lies primarily in the rules, equipment, and the career path the athlete wishes to follow.

• Amateur Boxing (IBA):
  Amateur boxers must wear IBA-approved protective equipment, including a helmet, uniform and approved boxing gloves. The goal is to create a safe competitive environment that facilitates development and experience.

• Professional boxing:
  Professional boxers compete without a helmet and often use heavier gloves. The fights are longer, and the focus is more on strength, endurance, and tactical punching. Professional boxing is career-oriented and can lead to international titles and major championships.

Equipment for beginners

For those of you who are new to the sport, it is important to have the right basic equipment. This makes training both safer and more effective:

• Boxing gloves: Provide necessary support and protect both your hands and your training partner.

• Mouthguard: Protects the teeth and jaw from impacts.

• Hand wraps: Stabilizes wrists and knuckles, and extends the life of gloves.

• Jump rope: A classic tool for developing footwork, fitness, and coordination.

• Punching bag: Perfect for training technique, punching power and endurance alone.

With this equipment, you can build a solid foundation and train more purposefully, whether your goal is exercise, competition, or a future professional career.

Your partner on the way into the ring

Whether you want to try your hand at amateur boxing or dream of progressing to the professional level, the right equipment is essential. At CombatStore you will find a wide selection of approved and quality-assured boxing equipment – ​​from gloves and protection to training tools that help you perform at your best.

With the right equipment, you can train smarter, stay injury-free, and focus fully on what really matters: developing in the ring.