Louis, Marciano, Robinson, Ali used thin BAG GLOVES ! Why?

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Old School Hall of Fame Champions, did something different in their Training. THE QUESTION FOR THE CLASS IS ~ WHY?
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[@eugeniovita9010]

I think that at least part of the reason all these OG champions used thin bag gloves Is that with less padding it’s easier to “feel”your own punches on the heavybag. Which in turn makes it easier to evaluate and correct your punching mechanics , while at the same time having enough protection to train with appropriate volume and frequency. I think a clear example would be knuckle allingment: big padded gloves make it difficoult to gage wether you are diong it right or not, thinner gloves will make it significantly easier.

[@PunchProfessor]

Eugenio Vita * * * * * Shhhhh ! Don't give the answer to everyone... Five stars for you as I could not of stated my opinion any better* It's about the study of precision... Knuckle on a pimple not a 16 once glove on 100 pound Punching Bag. I have utilized this type of glove for more than 50 years and what you said in your comment is exactly why ! Sincerely Paul

[@eugeniovita9010]

PunchProfessor Thank you very much! My first coach made me use small gloves for the heavybag work, sadly i did not keep the good habit after i changed gyn; i will make sure to correct that in the future. I’m also hoping to get my hands on a speedbag soon , so that i can start practicing some of the training methods you showed on this Channel! Keep up the great work and stay safe! Sincerely, Eugenio.

[@Hadrada.]

PunchProfessor hi buddy Great channel, I use driving gloves and cut the finger ends off , I put a few strips of zinc tape on my knuckles underneath Bob Fitzsimmons would use kit gloves and cut the finger ends off Great old speckled Bob It teaches you to land the punch correctly Conditions your hands correctly And it’s great 👍🏼

[@PunchProfessor]

@@Hadrada. * * * * * Thank You for Watching and for posting the Great Comment ! What you wrote as an answer is excellent and very interesting ! I appreciate that you took the time to post the educated comment to this video***. Sincerely Paul D' The Punch Professor

[@juanmedina9792]

Eugenio! Thank you very much for the information. That was very cool. I have a pair of bag mitts. I hope they don't deteriorate before long.

[@staytrue5307]

Only pair of gloves i own are thin old school bag mitts. Precision, hand conditioning, wrist conditioning, tendons and ligament conditioning, punch feed back. Knuckles become solid and you learn how to punch like a mule with fists like marble. Great video sir. Thank you.

[@ChadoTheDon]

Nice

[@kbeldenkb]

I think it encourages you to snap your punches. I met Ali in the 90’s. I didn’t know what to say so I didn’t say anything and just shook his hand.

[@PunchProfessor]

Kevin Belden * * * * * Thanks for Watching, and for the interesting comment ! In the 1990's Ali was still pretty functional so it must have been nice to visit with him. I learned to appreciate him more after his career was over. Mostly because my view of the world came more into line with his as I got older. As I said I have a bunch of memories that I treasure today, which back in the day was no big deal! Sincerely Appreciate You Paul D'Antuono

[@bryandungee1029]

Ali came to my city when I was about 6/7 yrs old which was 91/92!!! Literally our ENTIRE CITY showed up… my dad had me on his shoulders and Ali hugged and kiss my sister on the cheek, my dad yelled at Ali “aye champ, don’t you be kissing my baby” lol Ali looked at him and said “That CANT be your baby, YOU WAY TO UGLY” lmao then smiled and winked at my dad… I’ll never forget that, that’s the only time I saw my dad even KINDA star struck!!!

[@ihopetowin]

I think conditioning for the hands and wrists. You can feel and get to know the bag and adjust hands and wrists accordingly.

[@BuildingBetterBoxers]

I believe so too

[@PunchProfessor]

ihopetowin * * * * * Feeling and getting to know the bag! Good answer * Thanks again ! Your Pal Paul

[@user-ty6do8yz4l]

I've never owned bag gloves. I subscribe to the "Asian" conditioning from the beginning theory.

[@travsavage251]

This video reminded me of when I started training at 10. I went and got a pair of mitts the next day- back to the basics 20 years later. Thanks coach

[@mattsharkey8437]

People who run with their shoes on all the time, don't realize how weak their feet are until they try it barefoot. The less sole your shoes have, the better relationship you have with the CNS and foot mechanics. The thinner padding will make you be more mindful of proper hand contact. God bless!

[@PunchProfessor]

Matt Sharkey * * * * * 5 stars for you because of the Educated Comment you posted * I have run & walked mostley barefoot all my life, and know exactly what you are saying, but never thought about translating that into Punching ! Thanks for watching ~ I appreciate You * Sincerely Paul D'Antuono

[@mattsharkey8437]

@@PunchProfessor love the channel and your dedication to the greatest sport ever!!

[@liamlogan669]

I was thinking about an old photo of Dieselnoi Chor Thanasukarn wearing thin bag mitts posing with his belt while watching this video. I asked my coach if I should punch with bag mitts and he said ABSOLUTELY! He says they teach you which part of the knuckle to hit with, strengthen your fist, and allow you to train all the parts of the hand needed to throw powerful punches consistently, safely, and with power. I'm gonna get me some today! Looks like I do know a bit of sh-poop about boxing now! Thanks Punch Professor!

[@robertomagrelli4246]

In Italy we ALWAYS use this kind of gloves for heavy bag training. In EVERY serious boxing gym

[@robertomagrelli4246]

@@Drumandbassplanet you suppose to be funny? Should I laugh?

[@Drumandbassplanet]

@@robertomagrelli4246 funny how?....like a clown? Am I here to amooze you?

[@lorini11]

God bless him, rest in peace 🕊️. Way too soon for this young master of his craft.

[@jopalo31675]

Great channel... your giving gems all the time. I did some amateur boxing in the late ‘80s... the truth is I don’t know when this hitting of the heavy bag with sparring gloves started. I spent 30 years in the martial arts; I tell my kids... spend a lot of time dancing with that heavy bag... it will teach you a lot. Pivoting at the feet, torque at the hips...etc... thin gloves will condition your weapons... and teach you to properly land a punch. Great channel

[@PunchProfessor]

jopalo31675 * * * * * Thanks for Watching and 5 stars for the great compliment and good answer! The big bag gloves started in the mid to late 1970's There were a few changes in Boxing in the 70's and 80's that was Old School before, and now is the new, and NOT improved school... True Paul D'

[@evanmaldonado9799]

@@PunchProfessor I can relate, I started hitting the bag with sparring gloves too, 16 oz but now I know to use smaller gloves, I now use 12 oz gloves but I’m gonna grab those old school gloves🥊

[@davidbailey6397]

I’m so glad I came across your channel . Your wisdom is validating some of my instincts . I trained for years in martial arts and then stopped for a while. I had a heart attack in 2010 at 39 and since them I have been pushing to keep healthy . I had been training with larger boxing gloves ,but I didn’t like them and felt using smaller and thinner gloves would feel better and give me a better sense of where and how to hit . Now I know I’m on the right track, thanks to you .

[@PunchProfessor]

David Bailey * * * * *5 Stars for sharing your experience ! Healthy is were you want to be, I pray that you continue your quest for good health... The smaller gloves is for them who know better, seems you knew and just needed conformation * Thanks for watching, and for commenting. It's much appreciated ! Sincerely Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@davidbailey6397]

PunchProfessor thank you 🙏

[@walterwhite751]

I use 26 to spar but 10oz pro fight gloves to train everything with. Just make sure they are quality and have adequate padding.

[@Docinaplane]

I've used those bag gloves to hit the bag for a very long martial arts career. I like them because they make my hand feel secure, tight, and one strong unit as I squeeze the metal bar they have inside. I can also concentrate the striking force on my middle and first knuckles through the thin but sufficient layer of material. I think they also strengthen my wrist with use.

[@PunchProfessor]

Docinplane * * * * * Thank You for watching, 5 STARS for the EDUCATED COMMENT* Their main focus/study, was punching with precision... It was about precision more than anything. Pin Pointing a knuckle on a pimple, rather than a 16 ounce sparring glove on 100 pound punching bag. The study of precision is so important in Punching. They wanted to know what part of their hand was hitting the target ! Thanks for Watching and for commenting ! Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@jrvapor]

I love your old school style Punch Professor, thanks for sharing your stories and wisdom man!!! Stuff like that dingle ball, lost art for sure!!!

[@PunchProfessor]

EffTaroza * * * * * 5 Stars for You, for the the time You took to post the very nice comment* Thank You for Watching! I Appreciate You ! Paul D'Antuono

[@user-ty6do8yz4l]

Funny how so many techniques can be discovered on just the speed bag. Ali was so cool when I was a kid.

[@PunchProfessor]

337 337 * * * * * Thank You for watching and 5 STARS for taking time to post the comment * Yes I agree Ali was a cool guy * Their main focus/study, was punching with precision... It was about precision more than anything. Pin Pointing a knuckle on a pimple, rather than a 16 ounce sparring glove on 100 pound punching bag. The study of precision is so important in Punching. They wanted to know what part of their hand was hitting the target ! Thanks for Watching and for commenting ! Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@escre]

Thinner glove = greater potential for accuracy and finesse in training. There is a more finely tuned sense of touch and energy transfer. In my chunky bag gloves, I have a hell of a time figuring out where I'm landing on my knuckles, or even if I'm landing on my knuckles at all!

[@PunchProfessor]

Kolton hughes * * * * * 5 Stars for You, Kolton * Hit the nail on the head with that answer ! True Paulie D' The Punch Professor

[@ghostmalone2384]

The believed truth behind the Heavy bag gloves was designed for Punching accuracy and also help with technique. Not just throwing punches but rather the proper technique in Not only throwing a punch but knowing how to snap the wrist right while getting behind your punches and also helps with power punching aswel. Understand with this type of glove is if you Punch the bag wrong you truly feel it in the wrist. Hence why the fundamentals of the punching bag use less padding so you can improve wrist control aswel as getting the body behind the punches for more power. All the greats named in this video were some of the greatest display of power punching in there time💯

[@1gustavomatos]

God bless your soul, professor

[@ThePepsg35]

your channel I really like, true to boxing and very informative 🙏💯

[@PunchProfessor]

Thepeps22 * * * * * Thank You for the very nice comment * You are appreciated here ! Sincerely Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@michaelgonzalez4018]

Professor- Thank you for taking the time to make so many awesome videos, I learn so much and they are very entertaining. I prefer no gloves when speed bagging, but when my hands get beat up I just put on some tight fitting, old cloth work gloves.

[@PunchProfessor]

michael gonzalez * * * * * Five Stars for You * I appreciate that you took the time to post the Interesting Compliment & Comment ! Thank You for watching the Punch Professor Videos ! Sincerely Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@michaelgonzalez4018]

@@PunchProfessor Thank you for the reply, very much appreciated. I love your videos, I can't get enough!! I learn so much and my techniques are improving daily by following your instructions. I also bought the "Speedbag Bible" by Alan Kahn that you mentioned in one of your videos. I am currently converting my 70 lb heavy bag into a 'not-so-heavy bag' using beach balls as you suggested. Thank you!!!

[@ironfront9573]

Can you talk to us about the crouched off centre posture of fighters like Joe Louis and Rocky Marciano? Particularly because Joe Louis is still regularly described as having the most perfect technique in boxing history by pretty much all highly experienced world class coaches. But louis' technique doesn't seem to have been copied by anyone, despite the technique looking extremely efficient as Louis barely even moved during his fights. And guys like Marciano never get described as having great technique to be imitated.

[@randomhero6156]

Tank abot mma fighter was the first to bring that glove to not break his hands

[@PunchProfessor]

Random Hero * * * * * I remember Tank Abott, he was very exciting and brutal to say the least ! Thanks for watching and for posting the input ****** Truly Paul D'

[@linex1780]

Great vid! Could you make one about best calisthenics or plyometric exercises

[@toffeebear7133]

Sparring gloves offer protection for the opponent, bag mitts protect your hand. You can go ham on the bag with bag mitts a lot more than with traditional gloves - better protection for knuckles. At least that is my experience

[@boomerak4774]

I can feel my knuckles ripping the heavy bag with 14 oz gloves on

[@Not2Be0utDone]

Professor! Could you share your thoughts and maybe a bit of history on mitt work? According to Freddie Roach, mitt work wasn’t even around until the mid-to-late 70s and that boxers before shadowboxed, worked the bag, and sparred. He said boxers then were way better. Is there any truth in what said? Thank you for any insight you can provide

[@ironfront9573]

Excuse me if nobody wants to hear my 2c. But my thoughts on pad work is that it is highly useful for the pad holder, much more so than the boxer even. It trains someone to be able to read body movement and time blocks and counters to incoming shots, the perfect balance and position to do so and confidence to keep eyes wide open and in opponent Instead of flinching and looking away. The pad holding and the concept of light technical sparring are two things that Thai boxing get right but western boxing does not.

[@jangwa2000]

@@ironfront9573 I totally agree with you. Specially when you mention that Thai boxers got it right, compared to what we tend to do here in the western world.

[@PunchProfessor]

Vagabond Revoir * * * * * Thanks for watching ! Very interesting @Iron Front post and you agreeing with him * * * * * I appreciate both of you ! Sincerely Paul D' The Punch Professor

[@abrahemsamander3967]

Iron front. Very interesting! What do Thais do right that western gets wrong? How can western improve?

[@jhojansegura]

This is probably the only video out there that actually answers this question, thank you!! Unrelated but I accidentally made a mini round the world bag by attaching a ball to a string onto a kangaroo bag. Instantly thought of this channel

[@PunchProfessor]

Jhojan Segura * * * * * Thank You for Watching and for posting the interesting comment.. Glad You thought of our channel when inventing helpful equipment! Sincerely Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@ihopetowin]

I love to hear the great old names come up Paul. Archie Moore I think he rates at the top. He was so knowledgeable dedicated and tough his fight against Yvon Durelle was extraordinary. It's said by those who were around at the time, that Ray Robinson was at his very best as a light weight. I think though there is very little if any footage of Robinson to prove it, but he never fails to amaze me in any case. One of Joe Louis' great fights was his first title defence against Tommy Farr. Farr brought his very best that night, they bruised each other up something terrible. At the end of every round they touched gloves out of mutual respect. I think the most harrowing fight I ever saw was Muhammad Ali vs Joe Frazier Manilla 1975. Some things you can't forget.

[@PunchProfessor]

ihopetowin * * * * * 5 Stars for the very interesting comment= I enjoyed it* Was sitting ringside back when, had Mike Spinks in the chair next to me on my left as he was there to watch a fighter he was managing. Spinks was very nervous much more than his fighter who was fighting his tenth or 12th pro fight. Every round Spinks would ask me who I thought won the round. The fellow on my right would lean over me and add his two cents to the conversation. Well the fighter was Bernard Hopkins and the guy on my right was Archie Moore. Hopkins won almost every round ! ! ! What fond memories, there ain't nothing like Boxing. I watch this video, and my eyes get watery ! True Paul D'Antuono

[@ihopetowin]

@@PunchProfessor At ringside with Moore and Spinks, what a wonderful experience, I wish I could have had that privilege. Archie Moore came to Australia long, long ago. He beat all our fellas. There was another American too Freddy Dawson, went to Australia, he beat all our fellas too. I think the likes of Moore and Robinson will never be seen again.....everything is just so different now. Jeff.

[@zxcvbnm6669]

Love these videos .. RIP

[@walterwhite751]

Noooi!?!

[@happylifegrace4674]

This is an enlightening video topic! Great education and I don;t see anyone talking about this stuff!

[@PunchProfessor]

Exactly SLICK* * * * * Feb 9th 2021 * Paul

[@happylifegrace4674]

@@PunchProfessor I watched this Video again today and Boy! You sure do an excellent job educating and proving your points. This video needs A million hits from all Sports fans!

[@adrianpaneda6467]

Two answers really to deaden the nerves on the knuckles and knuckle placement use these myself planning on going pro and become middleweight undisputed

[@jerrycooney6857]

Brilliant coach wanna best out here. I train peekaboo but buy myself to a certain extent I was wondering if you knew anything about the style and could help out. Also is it better to shadowbox purely for combinations and use a very heavy bag just for power development

[@anthonycavicchia8771]

These greats used bag gloves so when hitting the pads they make sure they get the full fight feel of the punch.

[@edakey]

Were they wrapping their hands before doing bag work back then? I wrap up my hands with the cotton-velcro hand wraps when I get to the gym, then hit the bags with the modern style bag gloves that Rival makes. I'm thinking the old school guys waited until they sparred to have their hands wrapped.

[@PunchProfessor]

edakey * * * * * Yes they always wrapped their hands. Wraps are for Protecting the hands, and Gloves are for Protecting the opponents face ! In those days if a fighter hit the bags with a 14 or 16 ounce Sparring Glove, the Trainer would stop them right now* All trainers ! Good Answer * Paul D'Antuono

[@edakey]

@@PunchProfessor Great video, I ordered a pair of the Cleto Reyes slip on bag mitts, hopefully will remind me to keep good technique when I'm on the heavy bag.

[@PunchProfessor]

@@edakey Excellent the Cleto Reyes Brand Bag Mitts, good for You * * * * * . Keep with the good practice ! Paulie D' The Punch Professor

[@gloverdragon6854]

People think that the more weight you have on you the more it encourages you to try to increase your speed so that you can become faster but actually the less weight that holds you back is actually what encourages your body to maximise and increase your speed. Hence why fighters used lighter gloves for the bag. With more speed comes more power and snap.

[@PunchProfessor]

Glover dragon * * * * * 5 STARS for the EDUCATED COMMENT * Their main focus/study, was punching with precision... It was about precision more than anything. Pin Pointing a knuckle on a pimple, rather than a 16 ounce sparring glove on 100 pound punching bag. The study of precision is so important in Punching. They wanted to know what part of their hand was hitting the target ! Thanks for Watching and for commenting ! Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@EricTheViking03]

There’s more than one reason! Have you ever seen a season pro’s fist? Hand conditioning. Teaching fighters to make a proper fist, instinctually is another reason. Though I’ve seen some use weighted gloves. It depends on what you are trying to do. Better make sure your wraps or under gloves are on point though when using thin gloves or your hands and wrists will pay the price. Little fractures can hurt your training for a while, but mess up enough and your hands will tell you when it’s going to rain!

[@OmarAhmed-vy6ki]

I've been a boxing fan all my life and studied the greats. This channel is just a dream for a fan like me. Can't believe i just found out about it. Also small gloves i believe for conditioning and getting a better feel.

[@PunchProfessor]

Omar Ahmed * * * * * I appreciate the Compliment * Good answer for the Bag Gloves ! Thanks for Watching and for taking time to post the nice comment.. Truly Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@randbproductions]

Rest In Peace to my favorite teacher. I know you are in a better place.

[@jaysboxingchannel6233]

IMO bag mitts are to not necessarily build power but to force you to make a proper first and have proper punching technique. Its easy to lose technique when you only hit the heavy bag with 16-18oz because the padding in the wrist allows you to get away with throwing a punch where you had your wrist bent or allowing you to keep your hand open a little when you hit the bag because the sound of the padding of the 16oz gloves hitting the bag makes it seem like it was a solid punch but when you get into your pro or amateur fight the 10oz or 8oz gloves wont allow you to makes those mistakes or else you could break or hurt your hands. The mitts are a great addition to add into the routine if you feel that maybe you're not throwing correctly and want to sharpen up and to condition your knuckles so that they're ready for when you have to wear the small competition gloves.

[@PunchProfessor]

JAYS boxing channel * * * * * 5 Stars for the EDUCATED COMMENT * Their main focus/study, was punching with precision... It was about precision/accuracy more than anything. These Old School Champs were concerned with Pin Pointing their knuckle on a pimple, rather than a 16 ounce sparring glove on 100 pound punching bag. The study of precision/accuracy is so important in Punching. They wanted to know what part of their hand was hitting the target ! I hope you liked this Video ? Thanks for Watching and for commenting ! Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@jaysboxingchannel6233]

@@PunchProfessor Appreciate the feedback sir. Thank you!!!

[@kamehouseboxing7142]

My coach always said it’s best to use mitts so you can learn how to make a proper fist and really feel where you’re striking. My coach is an old timer who was taught in a different era. I use cleto Reyes bag mitts. I’ve used them for 1,000 of rounds on double end heavy and aqua bags still like new.

[@PunchProfessor]

Kame House * * * * * Thanks for watching, and for sharing your experience* Your coach was there when all coaches, and fighters knew the value of the Old School Bag Mitts. Back in the day the trainers would stop a boxer from hitting the bags with boxing gloves or sparring gloves. As you say, it was a different era! True Paul D' The Punch Professor

[@kainickname]

I could listen to you talking about Sonny Liston all day

[@PunchProfessor]

Jacopo Picciuto * * * * * Thanks for Posting * Sonny Liston is my favorite Heavy Weight Champ * * * * * The Baddest man to ever wear Boxing Gloves, EVER ! True Paul D'

[@kainickname]

@@PunchProfessorWhen I look at how thick his muscles are I cannot but ask myself if it's genetics or he did any particular exercise I mean even his abs are thick

[@PunchProfessor]

@Nikolaij Brouiller Very True * * * * * Thanks for Your educated input, Very helpful ! Sincerely Paul

[@dabaws4665]

@Nikolaij Brouiller Evander holyfield who fought 7ft nikolai valuev 7 ft 328 pound boxer and lennox lewis 2 big giants and said George foreman is the most physically most stronget fighter he ever fought and believed he was possible strongest boxer in the sport and for sonny liston to over power George shows how much of a freak he is

[@PunchProfessor]

@@dabaws4665 EXCELLENT COMMENT ! * * * * * 5 Stars for you ! Paul D' The Punch Professor

[@barryg528]

Some of my favorite boxers! I’m wondering though did they wrap their hands under the gloves?

[@PunchProfessor]

Barry G * * * * * Thanks for Watching and for Commenting, I'm glad that you enjoyed the video. Raps are for the protection of the hands, gloves are to protect the opponents face... The small gloves enable the fighters to study their precision punching... Pin point punching was so important to the old school champions. They would put their knuckle on a pimple rather that a 16 once glove on a 100 pound punching bag.... Almost always they rapped their hands ! Excellent gloves them Title Old School Gloves* True Paul D'

[@barryg528]

PunchProfessor thanks so much Paul. Really appreciate it!

[@DaveRealitycheck]

By using this type of gloves,you how to use your wrists in order to not loose your punching power.Thanks for sharing Coach,God bless you 🙏🏼💪🏼

[@PunchProfessor]

David Apetyan * * * * * May God Bless Brother Yes utilizing the smaller gloves will help with the study of turning the wrist, and that absolutely adds to your punch power.. Their main focus/study, was punching with precision... It was about precision more than anything. Pin Pointing a knuckle on a pimple rather than a 16 ounce sparring glove on 100 pound punching bag. The study of precision is so important in Punching. They wanted to know what part of their hand was hitting the target ! Thanks for Watching and for commenting ! Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@znebrem]

I watched the video right when you released it, but it hit me today. Smaller gloves require more precision. Practicing with smaller gloves can help with accuracy. 16 ounce gloves can give the illusion of connecting clean, but it's partially because of the bigger surface.

[@PunchProfessor]

zneb rem * * * * * 5 Stars for the good answer* I'm glad that you watched and took the time to post the comment. I appreciated that ! True Paul D' The Punch Professor

[@mongopoe5099]

Hmmm I needa get small gloves

[@PunchProfessor]

@@mongopoe5099 * * * * * Yes get the smaller gloves and learn what the Old School Cmps knew a long time ago ! Thank You for Watching and for commenting! Paul D' The Punch Professor

[@lgreenhalgh24]

Great video bud stay safe everyone 👍

[@PunchProfessor]

Laura Greenhalgh * * * * * Thanks, you too! You are appreciated on this You Tube Channel* Sincerely Paul D'Antuono

[@sethmcdonald4]

They use it to use it for the maximum of power hit plus to use correct punching linement

[@qw7154]

I know I used to use them cuz it was the only thing I had but it also thought me how to hit and not break my 👊. I was a dumb kid and used to impress my peers with how hard I could hit concrete walls...I wold say ""I bet i can hit the wall 2 times harder then u"" then my friend would hit the wall after me and hurt his wrist. lol. A few of them broke their wrist lol. Also it tonight me how to hit and not break my wrist on the bag.

[@crotchy7667]

I used to hit the walls in my house because the walls were relatively soft. I caved in my baby knuckle on one hand and it didn't heal for many years.

[@handler803]

Hello Punch Professor. Whats your opinion on jogging? Is it really a must in boxing or was it just an old school tradition that just got carried down? Are boxers better off using the time for jogging doing something else such as more specific training or more recovery time? Thank you

[@PunchProfessor]

Trollstation123 * * * * * A little off topic but a very good question * Jogging/running is very valuable, but if a fighter jogs or runs too much they become a distant runner and no longer a boxer ! Implementation is wise, but to give up on the proven benefits of running/Jogging is unwise* Sprints, stairs and other cardio exercises are a welcomed addition to the mix. Can I say how much mix should be mixed = no because it depends on the athlete, and his team, and their plans ... I record times over distance, but not always, in order to measure where the fighter is at in terms of endurance.. I compare their time against their time in past fight preparations? I hope you follow me. I will have to keep it short. but will add that long distance 3 miles maybe 5 once in a while 10 is where a fighter will find his second wind .. It also gives the boxer faith in his conditioning, which when push comes to shove, and they have to dig very deep, they know they can find what they are looking for* Hope you know what I am talking about? Sincerely Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@gerardomartinezgallardo2981]

For conditioning and perfecting your landing punch right? do you recommend using them daily in the gym? or when o how often would you recommend using them?

[@PunchProfessor]

Gerardo Martinez Gallardo... * * * * * Your answer is a good one ! Wraps is for the protection of your hands. Gloves is for the protection of the opponent's face ! Today's punching bags are harder than ever = topic for another video! Hit softer bags if possible. First thing I do when I get a new heavy bag is take all the stuffing out and repack it myself.. Old school trainers would repack bags when they became hard with age. I don't see anyone doing that anymore* The Champions in this video used sparring gloves to spar, fight gloves to fight, and Bag gloves to hit the bags... What you gonna do? In the days gone by if you hit the punch bags with a sparring glove the trainer would stop you, right now! ! ! All the trainers ! True Paulie D'

[@cyclonus330]

To mold out your Fist for perfect punching.

[@woowoo5651]

Im late to the party but my answer is because it teaches you how to properly punch. One day i decided to punch the bag bare nuckle and i was punching like i do with my 16oz gloves and i almost broke my hand. It took 3 more punches to get comfortable and i could tell the difference. I felt like punching bare nuckle would help prevent hand injuries. The thing glove will allow you to punch harder

[@Philth_E]

Just checking in on ya, Professor. How ya holding up down there?

[@thunderzproductions5474]

thin bag gloves help you to strengthen hands and wrists and have good punch placement and a better feel for the bag. i also use thin bag gloves when i hit the bag.

[@PunchProfessor]

Thunderz productions * * * * * Exactly * That's what the Old School Champions were doing they were studying their Punches looking for perfection / precision, and good technique. Pin point punching was so important to the old school champions. They would put their knuckle on a pimple rather that a 16 once glove on a 100 pound punching bag.... Thanks for Commenting on this Video.. Paul D'Antuono

[@PunchProfessor]

fwdfdfsa111133 * * * * * * FIVE Stars for watching and making a guess at the answer * A great boxing philosopher once said " People don't know " Bout Boxing" Roger Mayweather* Their main focus/study, was punching with precision... It was about precision more than anything. Pin Pointing a knuckle on a pimple, rather than a 16 ounce sparring glove on 100 pound punching bag. The study of precision is so important in Punching. They wanted to know what part of their hand was hitting the target ! I was there in the days when everything about Gloves, and much about Boxing changed ! I have my opinion and may some day make a video? The gloves were much better in those Old School Days. On the hands, not the opponents eyes ! They had 20 once & 22 once at the Fifth Street Gym on Miami Beach in the 1970's & 80's. I spent much time in the gym at 5th street when Ali was training there. The only time you would see these gloves was when the PAID SPARRING PARTNERS had to spar Ali, while Muhammad utilizes 16 ounce gloves* Gloves are to protect the face of the guy you hit in the FACE ! Wraps protect the assets (hands) ! Precision Punching protects the assets (hands)* Lets go down the road with your guess = 30 once gloves should be better than 20, and 40 once even better? Then you have the guy who brakes all kinds of incredible STUFF with BARE HANDS, Knuckles ! Bet they would never try to brake with 20 once gloves on their hand (ASSETS !) Sincerely Appreciate You * * * * * Thanks for Watching and for Commenting ! Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@XQHInc]

I always though that it made you learn to punch correctly. You want to relax your hands until it’s time to punch and that’s when you clench your fists as you dig into the punch. You also get a feel for which knuckles are actually landing on the Target!

[@PunchProfessor]

XQHInc * * * * * Five Stars for the Excellent, and Educated Comment ! I appreciate that you watched and took time to post the reply * Thank You * Paul D'

[@XQHInc]

@@PunchProfessor Thank you for sharing so much wisdom with us all. I appreciate everything that you’ve ever shared and look forward to learning everything that you’re willing to give. 🙏🏾

[@carllubrin8518]

Conditioning of the hand and the wrist with out busting up the knuckles and also develop speed in that hands with out using them heavy 16 14 oz gloves

[@PunchProfessor]

Carl Lubrin * * * * * Thank You for Watching and for Commenting! In those days if a fighter hit the bags with a 14 or 16 ounce Sparring Glove, the Trainer would stop them right now* All trainers ! True Paul D'Antuono

[@dariusburroughs5570]

The manifestation comes before the truth itself.

[@PunchProfessor]

Darius Burroughs * * * * * 5 Star for You Darius* I appreciate Your Educated Comment ! Sincerely Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@LukeyByrne1]

Thanks to smaller bag gloves you get greater feedback on your punches, you can make a correct fist while punching, it promotes correct punching form especially landing with the index & middle finger knuckles. It also helps with hand conditioning, when you can punch correctly in those small bag gloves and not hurt your hand, fight gloves will feel so protective in comparison; remember these fighters fought every month, sometimes multiple times a month and did you hear of many of the greats having hand injuries? Nope. All of these things add up to that, this is why they're so beneficial when utilised correctly.

[@PunchProfessor]

LukeyByrne * * * * * 5stars for watching and Five more* * * * * For the educated comment* Straight to the front of the class ! Truly Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@LukeyByrne1]

Thank you sir!

[@iamtexan180]

@@LukeyByrne1 should you still punch with full power while wearing the thin bag gloves?

[@LukeyByrne1]

@@iamtexan180 I would advise starting with 30-40% power, ensuring correct technique and then building up as you get more comfortable. Eventually yes you will be throwing with full power.

[@iamtexan180]

@@LukeyByrne1 ok thanks 🙏🏼

[@yourworstnightmare1488]

What is your opinion on Sonny Liston Professor?

[@Q-uzoAngelOrgoneEnergy]

Boxing Wisdom..!🥊😎😁

[@PunchProfessor]

QAnon1017 Good Orgone Clears Your Energy* * * * *5 Stars for You* Thanks for Watching! Your comment is appreciated ! True Paul D' The Punch Professor

[@flynn9597]

To calcify the bones in there hands to reduce the chance of injury during fights.

[@jangwa2000]

Before I watch, I'll say I think it helps with precision and correct form. With big gloves you can just smash the bag however you want. With thinner gloves you just can't, you must have a proper form when punching, otherwise you'll injure yourself. I don't have much money, so I only have one pair of gloves (14 oz), so I do my rounds on the heavybag with gloves, but I also dedicate some time to hit the bag without gloves (of course, not focusing on power)

[@PunchProfessor]

Bruno Stormezan * * * * * Thank You for Watching and for Commenting! Precision is the Key Reason * In those days if a fighter hit the bags with a 14 or 16 ounce Sparring Glove, the Trainer would stop them right now* All trainers ! Good Answer *** Paul D'Antuono

[@jangwa2000]

@@PunchProfessor Sounds great. I'm starting to look more and more on what the great fighters of past days did. Nowadays (and don't get me wrong, science has developed to a point where we may have better and better athletes everyday) we tend to do stuff we don't even know what the purpose is...

[@PunchProfessor]

@@jangwa2000 Great and Educated Comment ! * * * * *

[@nmn8829]

Conditioning the hands, wrists, to cause microfractures to the fist, so that they get stronger after healing

[@PunchProfessor]

lucky chicken * * * * * Yes the hands got stronger and conditioned. Their main focus was punching with precision... They wanted to know what part of their hand was hitting the target ! Thanks for Watching and for commenting! Paulie D' The Punch Professor

[@nmn8829]

Punch Professor, which part of the hand should we focus on, I hit the bag without any gloves and focus on the bottom three knuckles, am I doing it right?

[@alkestos]

lucky chicken as far as I know, you should be hitting with the knuckles of pointer and middle finger. Lower two are very easy to break.

[@PunchProfessor]

@@nmn8829 As Wolfgang said in his reply is the most proper way to punch ! But I do teach to hit with every part of the hand, also the forearm, elbow, headbutt, and the corner stool, if you can get away with it ! True Paul D' The Punch Professor

[@jayo208]

@@nmn8829 Jack Dempsey was an advocate for the smaller 3 knuckles because they aligned with the "power line" and delivered a sturdier punch point. I read it in his famed/legendary book "Championship Fighting: Explosive punching and aggressive defense". But either or works I suppose. Jack was a student of "punching" and punching HARD.

[@jjm9741]

in light they all used wraps that protected the hands in more ways than one, they didnt need think padded gloves and Gleasons Gym is the most pronounced gym.

[@mshrwm]

Would they wear hand wraps underneath the bag gloves?

[@PunchProfessor]

Da D * * * * * Yes almost always * Wraps are for the protection of the HAND ! The Glove is to protect the opponents face * The gloves we have today. with the attached thumb (I believe cause more hand problems) The Old School was all about PRECISION * * * * * They looked to put a KUCKLE on a PIMPLE... Rather than a 16 ounce Sparring Glove on 100 lbs Punching Bag True Paul D' The Punch Professor

[@MrKeepnit100]

Old timers used these gloves because they kept you honest

[@carllubrin8518]

You should write ur story in a book I’d buy it and read it sir your knowledge of the art of boxing is amazing

[@PunchProfessor]

Carl Lubrin * * * * * Thank You for the kind words Carl ! Answering all the comments is like writing a book especially I don't type very well.... I am almost ashamed to say that I have spent more time thinking, and studying boxing than perhaps anything else in my life. Maybe more important things I should have considered? ? ? Thank You Watching, and for Commenting ! Sincerely Paul D'Antuono

[@stfuitsjuan7119]

@@PunchProfessor audio book your thoughts and tips on different things and workouts

[@ahmadnassar3366]

Point of contact. Getting the most of your power by hitting with the biggest knuckles. Look the at the phantom punche of Mohamad Ali it goes over his opponents hand to his chin but it was precise it wasn't powerful but it was very precise

[@PunchProfessor]

Ahmad Nassar * * * * * Thank You for Watching and for Commenting! Precision is the Key Reason * Good Answer ***** Paul D'Antuono

[@ahmadnassar3366]

@@PunchProfessor I don't know who this man is but I know good physics that's why

[@gabrieldelatobavazquez5443]

Did they wear bandage under bag glovers?

[@user-nh5zd3ic8r]

Just ordered some

[@PunchProfessor]

Not MacKenzie * * * * * 5 Stars for the wise decision to use the thin Mitts/Bag Gloves * Thank You for Watching ! Paul D' The Punch Professor

[@abrahemsamander3967]

I know the punch Professor is in heaven, but for all other viewers, what old school bag mitts do you guys recommend? Like brand and version.

[@abrahemsamander3967]

Thanks for the heart! What was the professors preferred brand?

[@OldSchoolStrength]

RB5 Rival bag mitts

[@abrahemsamander3967]

Thanks for the rec! Looks great. Your vids look badass.

[@juanmedina9792]

I have to ask. Did he ever answer his own question? Look at the title. I guess he kept it a secret 🤣😂

[@nmn8829]

The picture of Flash elorde, is that him?

[@PunchProfessor]

lucky chicken * * * * * The Flash in his early days ! Thank You for Watching, and for the question ! Paul D'Antuono

[@sethmcdonald4]

I still think Ali was the best for his speed and Mike Tyson for power punching Plus Sugar Ray

[@barryg528]

I got those same title gloves

[@PunchProfessor]

I really like them Gloves * * * * * 5 Stars ! True Paul D'

[@AXL664]

I think that was Max schemeling 12:05

[@AXL664]

My mistake that is Jack Dempsey

[@anjelnunez529]

to be able to break threw steel and i kno that

[@cesaralvesdemoraes3187]

Does your boxing equipment get any rain damage?

[@PunchProfessor]

C AM * * * * * Thanks for Watching ! I hope you enjoyed this Video? When I Punch my Equipment it suffers temporary Brain Damage! When it rains, I pick the equipment up. and put it in the shed* I hope that helps ! Paul

[@cesaralvesdemoraes3187]

@@PunchProfessor LOL nice, thanks for the answer, great channel you've got there

[@cesaralvesdemoraes3187]

@@PunchProfessor do you have an opinion on applying Dominick Cruz footwork patterns in boxing? In MMA his movement is countered by leg kicks so it seems to me that in the sport of boxing it would gain a huge advantage.

[@PunchProfessor]

@@cesaralvesdemoraes3187 Sorry Brother Warrior, I don't know Dominick Cruz !

[@crotchy7667]

It's because it's the only one in the store labeled "bag gloves"!!!! 😂 That's why I bought that type 😄. Is that evidence that I know more than poop about boxing? Lol

[@PunchProfessor]

Andrew * * * * * Thank You for Watching and for great comment ! Could be the guy who owned the store know some poop ? Good for you anyway ! I appreciate your input* Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@crotchy7667]

@@PunchProfessor yes, that's the truth! The store owner or the person in charge of stock knows what to get so they're the ones who know, not me. But I might have bought it from a General sports store so it's not a guarantee that they have a deep understanding of boxing. They might only be stocking whatever sells. But, true, I don't know boxing.

[@joeithegiggityguy7342]

precision

[@PunchProfessor]

JoelTheGiggityGuy * * * * * 5 Stars for Precision * Thanks for Watching, and for posting the Educated answer to the question * * * * * True Paulie D'

[@jaimejordan2013]

Would you use hand wraps under those gloves?

[@PunchProfessor]

* * * * * Five Stars for You * I appreciate that you took the time to post the Interesting Question ! Yes they would always wrap their hands ~ It is the wrap that protects the fighters hands... The Gloves are for the protection of the other fellows FACE ! I hope you learned and liked this video? Thank You for watching the Punch Professor Videos ! Sincerely Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@jaimejordan2013]

@@PunchProfessor Love your videos, raw real information, thanks for your reply man.

[@jaimejordan2013]

@@PunchProfessor By the way, do you know if there is any footage of the Sugar Ray Robinson vs Kid Gavilan fights? thanks

[@richardsmith70]

All ways use fingerless bag gloves I use to and still do get asked why do you wear them never had a answer till now lol

[@richardsmith70]

So I find the answer is to toughen your fist followed by correct form as I use a 72kg bag to increase power also use resistant bands on heavy bag so power and speed increases

[@PunchProfessor]

Richard Smith * * * * * Thanks for watching, and for commenting ! Glad that you have an answer for them ***** Paul D'Antuono

[@PunchProfessor]

Richard Smith * * * * * Thanks for watching, and for commenting ! Glad that you have an answer for them *** Paul D'Antuono

[@user-ty6do8yz4l]

I don't believe in gloves. I'm 50, I figure if it hasn't fucked me, or my guitar playin up yet, I'll be OK.

[@ActiveGymMembers]

Its builds up your hands my coach only use these and my hands would be full of blood💎

[@raymondpoh]

Watched both videos from 2018 and this one. What's the secret? I hope you are not going to respond with a rhetorical question.

[@PunchProfessor]

Rey Poh * * * * * 5 STARS for Watching Twice * Their main focus/study, was punching with precision... It was about precision/accuracy more than anything. Pin Pointing a knuckle on a pimple, rather than a 16 ounce sparring glove on 100 pound punching bag. The study of precision is so important in Punching. They wanted to know what part of their hand was hitting the target ! Thanks for Watching and for commenting ! Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@raymondpoh]

@@PunchProfessor Thanks for the response. I'm almost 51 and had just recently taken up the sport. It's tough at my age, but I'm enjoying it.

[@pajilladelacruz563]

Should i wear hand wraps with these gloves? :0

[@kingartem]

Punch Professor: where is your gym located? 👀

[@PunchProfessor]

King Artem * * * * * Thank You for watching ! We live about an 100 miles north of Orlando in Central Florida. I appreciate that you took ti,e to comment ***. Sincerely Paul D' The Punch Profesor

[@Mrgood189]

Yo i own those title gloves he has....the greatest

[@PunchProfessor]

mrgood189* * * * * 5 Stars for You * I appreciate that you took the time to post the interesting comment ! Sincerely Paul D' The Punch Professor

[@dropweightdaddy]

I don’t know the reason, but my guess is hand conditioning without so much hand abrasion.

[@PunchProfessor]

Drop Weight Daddy * * * * * Their main focus/study, was punching with precision... It was about precision more than anything. Pin Pointing a knuckle on a pimple, rather than a 16 ounce sparring glove on 100 pound punching bag. The study of precision is so important in Punching. They wanted to know what part of their hand was hitting the target ! Thanks for Watching and for commenting ! Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@escre]

Hey Professor, do you know anywhere or anybody I can buy some genuine leather bag gloves with little, or preferably, no padding?

[@PunchProfessor]

Kolton hughes * * * * * On Line Title Boxing sells these gloves which I use ... Title Old School Bag Glove ~ SKU ~ OSTBG2 for $25 dollars Title Pro Leather Bag Glove ~ SKU ~ TLSBG2 for $20 Dollars Both of them are out of stock at this time ~ Due in stock ~ July ? ? ? My favorite is By ~ Rival online ~ RB5 Bag Mitts ~ $35 dollars.... All these Gloves are good ~ Also MMA fight Gloves ~ I use for Bag Gloves ~ The work very good for Bag gloves ~True Paul D'Antuono The Punch Professor

[@escre]

@@PunchProfessor Thank you very much!!

[@tomhaser8696]

miiss paul and his videos

[@josephmosley5619]

This gave no answers as to why thinner bag gloves were used. This was just an old man telling supposed stories.

[@soulstarr4998]

Sry bro but I'm the fish that got away respect goes along way you ant got heart for boxing what you say means nothing respect in God is Kool but respect for a man on this Earth is way more important wake up guy ....ty but no thanks gave you a shot Mr all talk....

[@walterwhite751]

Always train in 10oz fight gloves for proper technique.