Punching Bag Buyers Guide

Buying a punching bag can be one of the best decisions that you can make. The benefits of using a punching bag are huge. You can get an excellent cardio workout, improve your reflexes, tone your body and relieve stress. That last one is very important. Stress can hurt your body and I have not found a better way to relieve it than going a few rounds with the old punching bag.

This buyer’s guide is geared towards adults and teenagers who are looking for a punching bag. While both kids and adults can use the same bag, they do make punching bags that are just for kids. See our section on kid punching bags to find a great selection.

There are basically four different types of punching bags available on the market today. Speed Bags, Hanging Heavy Bags, Free Standing Bag s and Inflatable Punching Bag s . I will explain the PROS and CONS of each type.

The first on the list would be a Speed Bag. This is the type of punching bag that everyone has seen. It has been made famous by television and movies.

Pros

  • Price. These are very affordable
  • Great for hand eye coordination
  • Great for cardio
  • Great for improving your reflexes
  • Improve Endurance
  • Build and tone arms and shoulders

Cons

  • It is harder than it looks. Start off slow and increase your speed as you get better.
  • Requires a stand or mounting
  • Takes some practice but that is what you are hear for anyways.

The next on the list would be a traditional Hanging Heavy Bag . Just like the name says, it must be hung. This can be a deal breaker but read on to see the full list of pros and cons.

Pros

  • Extremely tough
  • Superior absorption
  • Excellent for training
  • Excellent for cardio and boxing workouts
  • Can be punched or kicked
  • Helps relieve stress
  • Low price ( Hanging heavy bags have a lower price but you still need a hanger or a stand )
  • Realistic swing can help build superior reflexes
Cons
  • Large and requires quite a bit of space ( Limited on space? Cross this one off your list )
  • Requires either a heavy bag hanger or a heavy bag stand. Here are the differences in the two. You can get a heavy bag hanger for very cheap but once you hang the bag, you are stuck with it there. If you have a home gym that might not be a problem. If you are living in an apartment or renting, the hanger is not a good idea. A stand fixes both of
    these issues but the down side is they cost as much as the bag and sometimes more. With a punching bag stand you can move the bag and you are not stuck with it in one place.

The next style of punching bag on the list is the Free Standing Punching Bag. Just like the name says it is “ Free standing “ there is no stand required. These feature a large base that helps to stabilize the punching bag.

Pros

  • No stand required
  • Space Saver
  • Great Resistance
  • Great Rebound
  • Convenient round base. What makes it convenient? Just turn it on its side and you can roll it right out of the way and into its storage spot. Try doing that with a punching bag that has an awkward square base.
  • Adjustable Height
  • Great for martial arts training
  • Great for cardio
  • Great for relieving stress
  • Available in many different sizes, colors and prices
Cons
  • Price is higher than hanging heavy bags but you don’t have to buy a separate stand.
  • Base must be filled with water or sand. Tip : Use sand. If you have a leak all you need is a broom and dust pan as opposed to a mop and a bucket.
  • Can be very heavy once base is filled.
The BOB bag is a very popular freestanding punching bag. BOB stands for “ Body Opponent Bag.”
Pros
  • All of the great pros from a regular free standing bag
  • Lifelike body for accurate training. Go for the face, chest or even below the belt. Excellent for target training
  • Tape a picture of someone you don’t like to his head for the ultimate in stress relief.
Cons
  • All of the same cons of a regular free standing punching bag
  • Price. BOB is not the cheapest bag on the market.
The next style of punching bag on the list is the Inflatable Punching Bag .
Pros
  • Price ( You won’t find a cheaper punching bag but remember you get what you pay for. )
  • Excellent rebound. Great for building reflexes.
  • Light Weight
  • Portable
Cons
  • Durability ( They are made for abuse but there is only so much one can take before it pops )
  • Inflating ( Thank goodness it includes a pump. It still takes a little while to inflate it. )
  • Base must be filled with water. Leaks are never a good thing and they do happen especially when you are beating the heck out of something.

There you have it! Those are the pros and cons of the four major types of punching bags available today. I hope this makes shopping for a punching bag easier for you! When you decide which one you want head over to punchingbagsforsale.com for more great info, the best prices and the best selection.

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