Heavy Bags

They don't call them Heavy bags for nothing. They are heavy, and they come in a variety of different weights. Finding the perfect bag for you does not have to be hard. There are different bags for different styles of fighting. If you are just doing a regular boxing workout, then you will want a heavy bag that weighs somewhere around 50-150 pounds. If you are looking for something for martial arts or MMA, then a regular bag will do just fine, but there are other heavy bags that are made just for martial arts or MMA.

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Which size heavy bag is right for me?
If you are just starting out, then a lighter bag will be better for you. The heavier bags that weigh upwards of 100 pounds are for people that have been boxing or fighting for a while. They have had plenty of time to learn how to throw a really powerful punch, and a lighter bag will just swing and move way too much for them.

There are different types of fill too. The harder and more dense the filling is, the harder it will be on your hands. You don't want a heavy bag that is as soft as a pillow, and unless you are a pro, you don't want a heavy bag that is as hard as concrete either. The newer water filled heavy bags are quite unique, and great for just about any skill level.

Where are you going to hang your new heavy bag?
This is something that a lot of people often over look. These things are heavy, and when you combine the weight of the bag with the force from your blows, you are looking at some serious power. Luckily, there are stands and hangers that are specifically made to handle the stress of a heavy bag.

 

Paged Last Updated On: Thu Feb 23 2012