Turning Professional in Boxing | Pros and Cons

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Do you got any questions or Video requests? Comment down below!! Watch next: All Body Punches in Boxing, Explained kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWK2goeIo5mLY7c

[@tajniacctajni7548]

I got my nose broken in sparing and saw other boxer geting nise broken,so i just wanted to ask does a operation help

[@hansen704]

@@tajniacctajni7548 yess it Will but dont get hit your nose again its waste of money 😂

[@tajniacctajni7548]

@@hansen704 thans

[@golovkinbuhwan430]

Thanks for being so honest

[@junaid3483]

Hi. I don't know if you have already made a video about this or not but can you post a video about who you chose boxing? And why were you forced to stop boxing? And how you felt afterwards? I appreciate the videos you are posting it is really helping people. Thank zou

[@aisadal2521]

I love how you always break down the behind the scenes of boxing, as it's very informative! I never thought there'd be any cons to going pro in boxing/becoming a pro boxer

[@Tony_Jeffries]

While making this - I think for me the cons outweights the pros... How about you mate? what is your goal in boxing?

[@sardorrajabov1997]

@@Tony_Jeffries to be great professional boxer,from zero amateur

[@MK-zf6or]

@@Tony_Jeffries I'd say my goal is amateur at the best amateur level i can go to, wouldnt wanna be a pro due to the "what if i get hurt really bad?" scenario. Got into boxing for self defence and my love for the sport and I'm more than happy to have fun scraps with fellow gym members who share the love for the sport.

[@k-dogg9086]

@@Tony_Jeffries I just need to make money, but I fear I'm too old now. Never fought in my 20s but trained for 3.5 years plus sparring. Left it. Regretted it. Was never amateur nor pro. But now homeless at 40.

[@Devonlui]

@@Tony_Jeffries I want to reach the peaks of boxing, make the money, and then ride off into the sunset. Floyd style.

[@Weekndwook92]

I’ll never be a pro fighter but I love your videos, advice, down to earth demeanor, and all the info you provide about boxing and combat sports!

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Glad you like it ma man 👊

[@andrewponyrko3654]

Not with that attitude!

[@fatherofdragons5477]

@Conway Twitter He wont be with that attitude!

[@dhayanandhanalaraj999]

I've learned so much from you , that my new boxing instructor starting using your workout vids for our warm-up sessions . Been a follower for a long time

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Nice!!!

[@systemSkynet]

The get a lawyer for the contract is a brilliant tip. I'd love to see you do a video on all the shady stories you know or have heard of of all the behind the scenes "politics" boxers have been shafted by. Keep up the good work lad this is the best boxing channel on all the tubes.

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Will add this to my list mate 👊

[@quantumshadow4218]

@@Tony_Jeffries you could also add how a standard contract look?

[@undertheinfluence0056]

I’m 16 and hope of becoming a boxer someday, shadowing boxing and roadwork really improved my game a lot! footwork and cardio seems on point for my age but I never really understood how to make it, this video was useful for somebody like me thx bro hoping to fight on tv someday💯

[@bingsoo9559]

Small world eh? we’re basically the same

[@FalseProphetFallacy]

Same bro

[@MK-zf6or]

for footwork - precision striking got some great drills,. Read dempsey's book, that'll take you to a whole other level. I hope you make it brother

[@BruceLeroyUK]

Me too but I’m 30 years older so highly unlikely for me. Lol

[@slideman4689]

I hope you achieve your dreams big dawg, i’m 17 and on the way up to amateurs, hopefully we cross paths one day but train hard dawg cause i don’t hit soft 💯🙏

[@vinkelitz]

I was never a competitive fighter, but I still love the specific information that you gave about pro boxing, especially details about how promoters act, how contracts work, and how you should bargain with the promoters you come across. I also appreciate how you acknowledge that there are people out there who can deal with being pro even though you think the cons outweigh the benefits. Keep it up, jeff

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Glad you like it ma man 👊

[@letsgojake.4078]

Go down the rabbit hole, and youll find boxing is a dirtier business than selling drugs.

[@vinkelitz]

@@letsgojake.4078 yeah, I've heard stories about fight fixing. The stories about journeymen are insane too; they're literally guys who are paid to lose, which is why you see them have records like 1-153 or something

[@letsgojake.4078]

They wanted me to be one of those guys. Hell no.

[@booferchung2611]

I want to be pro because I feel actual happiness while I train and improve

[@MMABeijing]

and what s the relationship.with.turning pro. u r happy, keep.doing whatyudoing

[@MMABeijing]

and what s the relationship.with.turning pro. u r happy, keep.doing whatyudoing

[@rancid7182]

Alright, 6 months later how are you doing

[@bizzle4505]

Likewise brother I'm 28 currently training just want to go pro at 30 just fir the love of it.

[@NYKgjl10]

As a Karate and Boxer practitioner, this is a great video for better understanding the in's and out's of Boxing, not just in any combat sports, but in life as well when you're dealing with legit individuals and keeping away from shady people that don't care for you, but only for themselves. Excellent video Tony and will be going very soon to BnB SM. Rock on...Gerald!!

[@tmt2058]

I’m turning professional next year so this video is very helpful !

[@joshdagoat9284]

Oh shit you goin be big stay humble and hungry hope I meet you in the world title shot one day

[@vian4548]

God bless you brother. I pray you succeed 😊

[@okorocha.business8693]

Progress?

[@CouscousEnjoyer]

What's your name?

[@Miketyson2007-q1q]

nice hope you do amazing going professional

[@Kiddberetta1]

Life is about experiencing the pros and cons, I’m ready for this.

[@itzdxrk9680]

How's it going for you?

[@okorocha.business8693]

@@itzdxrk9680bro was NOT ready for this

[@tejasteja6653]

Tony You are amazing, I learnt boxing for self defence from your videos. Thank you and love you man Don't stop this channel ever Love you from India 🇮🇳

[@Tony_Jeffries]

I appreciate that ma man, more to come

[@teshunhao5131]

Nice, thank you ❤

[@uptheirish3696]

Tony mate your a legend I’m an upcoming amateur and you’ve helped me with so much stuff and ever since I started watching your videos I’ve learned so much of the sport your a legend brother your videos are brilliant keep them up mate 💯🔥🔥

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Happy to help mate 👊

[@RhysThomasJohn]

Not a boxer but this is bloody fantastic. Such an engaging manner too Tony, you can really feel how much you love the sport. Great ambassador 👌

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Thanks ma man, do you also box? for fitness?

[@jared7985]

thanks for giving us free content 🙏🏻

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Happy to help ma man 👊

[@tambert3897]

Pro: you make a lot of money. Con: you spend a lot of money.

[@vargas0897]

Mister Tony Jeffries! This type of content separates you from the rest. There are many videos teaching how to throw a punch, but not that much that talk this openly and honestly about the phenomenon. Huge respect, keep up the good work!

[@kkrocky177]

Why u saying mister

[@vargas0897]

@@kkrocky177 I hadn't had a chance to drink a beer with the man yet :D

[@kkrocky177]

@@vargas0897 u sound like a butler, is that a joke like a Reference to something Anyway I hope you get the opportunity

[@vargas0897]

@@kkrocky177 No, not a reference. I just wanted to sound respectful. Although now that you mention it, there is a famous meme with "Should I call you mister?" :)) But in no way was that in my head when I first commented :D

[@isaiahhernandez7667]

I started boxing when I was 14! I’m currently 16. I’m in love with boxing, it’s the only thing I can think about. Can’t even focus in school. But Ik there are people who started when they were 6, hell even earlier. People tell me I can’t do it, that it’s too late. But this is the only thing I want to do. I want to become a world champ one day. Ik there’s people faster, and stronger then me. I can’t control that, but I can control my work ethic. Do you personally think it’s too late for me?

[@williamcaldwell5772]

You're 16 years old, If I were you, I wouldn't listen to anyone saying it's too late for you to do anything.

[@_x.xxten.ta_cion539]

Im sure you know who bernard Hopkins is, with that in mind it is nowhere near too late bud keep pushing and maybe we'll meet in the pros ;)

[@notme3988]

Muhammad ali started at 12 The best boxer in my country also started at 14(he also became world champion) So it definitely it is not too late

[@NoelLahrsen95]

Lets hope some day we stand in the ring together mate!

[@Jerry-rn9kr]

Depends how much work u put in ..run 5 miles a day 2 training sessions a day really good diet ..practice practice practice footwork u always wana be in position to fire shots power shots and live breath boxing it’s a lifestyle n just remember ur a machine with an unbreakable will immeasurable ambition…get sum

[@romanianhustler3309]

Sir I just comment for algorithm and to thank you for becoming the greatest boxing teacher on the KZbin. My journey in Fighting is now more development because of you! English is my 3rd language and i say hello to you from Romania(Europe).

[@BruceLeroyUK]

Nice comment. 🙂

[@kramkalisthenics]

I'm rested, I'm ready, but I'm older than dirt. LOL When they come out with a Grandfathers Division, expect me!

[@originalAoitora]

I'm hanging out for an out of shape middle aged rookie division myself ;)

[@boxersguy6799]

You could be a boxing motivator 🤯 as it is old people always look like they full of wisdom 😁

[@kramkalisthenics]

@@boxersguy6799 thank you!

[@kramkalisthenics]

@@originalAoitora LOL

[@EthanHaize]

Hey Tony, thanks for making this! Really highlighted some important pieces of info for me, and what I should do to pursue boxing as a whole. I'll be continuing my work and school, but hopefully win some Golden Gloves regional then a national tourney. Not fully certain of how the Olympic qualifiers go, but ideally after climbing the ranks, I could attempt to go your route, rather than "going pro" off the bat not earning enough to live on. Again, truly thanks for making this!

[@Ken_Jones]

This was really insightful on how the professional boxing world works. I had a vague idea, so this didn't really change my view but it gave me more in-depth knowledge. Thanks for that.

[@kamesh5846]

I'm not going to be a professional but this is still a must watch for the ones who are interested in boxing. Really loved it.

[@boxersguy6799]

I really thank you from my heart sir Tony ❤️. Day by day because of your content my decision to become a boxer is becoming more solid!.. I really appreciate it 🤝😁

[@chiraqdemon9544]

❤️❤️ Tony Jeffries is straight for the people God give him and his family long life

[@sonicrulez]

Holy shit Tony, that punch at 0:15 is the pinnacle of a liver shot, that guy must've dropped dead after that..

[@R33CE]

Thanks for breaking this down for me Tony! Awesome video as usual!

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Happy to help ma man 👊

[@liljewels15]

Thank you for all break down with the process of becoming a pro boxer

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Happy to help mate, how about you, what is your goal in boxing?

[@alistairrogers8159]

Turning professional next year, thank you for this very useful👍🥊

[@bankztheone]

Going to turn pro one day 🚀🚀

[@ivanmakarov667]

Your biggest fan from iraq 🇮🇶 county love you so much man 💕

[@Tony_Jeffries]

I appreciate it ma man 👊

[@peterbyrne3228]

The man's carrying a tattoo of the head of a country that destroyed your country on his shoulder. You're very forgiving, fair play.

[@ivanmakarov667]

@@peterbyrne3228 Look dude don’t be wierd 👍 ok…no body in this world can bully on my country…In fact america 🇺🇸 destroyed iraq…everyone can put his country’s tattoo on his shoulder despite what happened in politics ✅

[@alexlilano1931]

Love your videos. I learned to box for self defense and fitness. I also love the sport and watch boxing all the time. It great to hear what a professional boxer go through though. I think it also applies to more than just boxing. It applies to high risk, high reward jobs like a singer, Football player, and actor. The top makes a ton of money and the vast majority struggle to pay the rent.

[@Tony_Jeffries]

I agree mate.. most of the time specially people new to boxing thought they will instantly make hundreds of thousands of dollars to boxing

[@jhpriya27]

I am your greatest fan love u to the core man u r the greatest and most truthful influencer love from India 🇮🇳

[@Tony_Jeffries]

THanks ma man, means a lot - I got a channel coming in Hindi Language

[@jhpriya27]

@@Tony_Jeffries ik it's a joke 😆🤣But pls don't do it there totally 121 languages in India n hindi is not my language the minorities in india feel really bad abt only hindi beening recognized all over the world tq man love you ❤

[@vian4548]

In my personal opinion, you make a lot of good videos but this one is definitely the best🔥

[@nunoalves4055]

I’m planning to start my MMA amateur carrer i’m 19 years old and i’m getting many tips and advises from you, i’m glad that you make this content on KZbin and share to us your path through boxing, don’t stop doing this u are the man. You have a fan from Portugal 🇵🇹 By the way, what do you think of my Inglish? Is it good?ahahah, I’m working hard on that ahahah

[@BAghz00]

*advice & *English but sounds good bro Keep it up

[@ShiftRift]

I’ll be 100% honest i always liked sort of play fighting and wrestling with people for fun but at first i never thought about that and i actually wanted to be a KZbinr at some point. Then i saw legendary boxers like Muhammad Ali and Sugar Ray Leonard and all these amazing fighters in such an amazing looking sport and i now want to be up there with the greats and to be in that ring and entertain thousands of people through this sport and anyone who reads this comment just know that you will see me on television one day in the ring. (Also love you Tony)

[@swervoogoat892]

Another pro is that you will always be able to defend yourself and pack a punch even if u don’t get rich and famous and another thing I love all the cons because it shows two things one nothing is handed to you in this life and two how bad you want it how dedicated you are 💯

[@whenwedecay]

True advice from a person who has been a top amateur boxer and a professional boxer 👏

[@IbeRicoHam]

Jeffries, you truly are an inspiration

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Thanks ma man, means a lot

[@feirabbitt]

Been doing boxing off and on for a few years because I wanted to be a coach . But know I just love to learn as much as I can . Never really wanted to be a pro.

[@Day-vg1bh]

Great info as always tony. It’s nice to see someone as honest as you in this clout hungry world

[@czarnylfernando17]

9:12 as an amateur your trainer trains you for free. Me who spends 6 dollars every session: what?

[@philo0]

It means they don't get paid. I pay £5 a week for 3 sessions a week and that money goes to the equipment and upkeep of the place not a salary.

[@51dodoc]

Once you turn pro they take a cut of your fight pay.

[@kevinell6605]

That money will be for use if equipment and possibly upkeep of the Gym, the trainers will be mostly doing this for free.

[@Maskedboxing]

Lol $6? Every trainer needs to get paid one way or another

[@Easy-ow4hk]

Thank you for being part of the generation

[@bigmcgaming3411]

Thank you I forgot about the things you mentioned at the end of the video. Great advice

[@Tony_Jeffries]

How about you mate, you planning to go pro?

[@PigeonDude]

Thanks Tony, I will consider it.

[@malcolmwrestling1639]

Thank you for the clarity

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Happy to help

[@masonstevens4900]

Thanks Tony, always giving helpful videos !

[@mitak5229]

Thank you mr tony i always use your combinations in my spparings and they have been so helpful for me

[@m.dineshkumar7978]

Learned a lot from u coach 😍.. Thx for educated us 💐

[@jimha7039]

Love this video. And good luck to all those who go pro!

[@Tony_Jeffries]

How about you mate? you planning to go pro?

[@joshhamlin1028]

All I want to do is win the Welsh championships. Ain't even set it as a benchmark either. That's my end goal and I will get it 🥊. Thanks for the Vid Tony spot on as always👊.

[@gregkuzminski5457]

Brilliant Video. Thanks Tony.

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Glad you enjoyed it Greg!

[@Nabilc1234]

Thank you for the advice. I going to take this in before I turn pro!🥊

[@nabielsyach2373]

Thank you so much coach. This is what I req

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Let me know if you got any questions mate

[@scottlemurianboxer]

Love the channel as always

[@phase1098]

This is solid information. Much appreciate it!! 🥊💪🏾 Btw, do you have any previous videos of what you did as amateur boxer as far as your workout routine and incorporating the roadwork? I’m taking this very serious so I can start soon and I wanted to hear your thoughts on it.

[@peterjuryobligacion5743]

Wow this is so helpful, thanks man. I love boxing I hope I can make it

[@Tony_Jeffries]

You can Peter! And thanks for commenting mate!

[@IVAN-xk3cn]

Thank you very much Coach Jeffries🙏🏽

[@Tony_Jeffries]

My pleasure ma friend!

[@nel1803]

Great info 👍

[@otakboom8594]

Hey mate. Your Great at teaching boxing Keep it up ❤️

[@michaelferto6588]

....I wish I had this information video before....Because I didn't know about stuff like this, I didn't go fully into boxing, but I almost did....

[@DavideDeSilvestri]

Great topic as usual 👍🏼

[@yuvrajbhogaonkar4470]

Thank you for answering coach

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Happy to help ma man 👊

[@JustRed916]

I'm fucked up, I don't fit in, and I'm ready to give my life, for a better one for my family

[@H33t3Speaks]

You’re lookin’ solid champ 💯💯

[@Tony_Jeffries]

I appreciate it ma man 👊

[@Oswadomob]

So much great insight, thanks man

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Happy to help mate

[@dennisgabriel8000]

Great advice

[@andybriggs9535]

Turning pro was my biggest mistake. I loved the ability to compete without the bullshit of the pros, selling tickets, fights falling over etc.

[@Marvellousdeath115]

Great tips. You’re an amazing coach Tony. Please make a video about being scared during a fight. I always am afraid and I freeze and overthink and I get hit. I need help fixing that.

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Thanks ma man, means alot

[@Marvellousdeath115]

@@Tony_Jeffries Could you make a video about being scared during a fight I always am afraid and I freeze and overthink and I get hit a lot. I’ve been bullied since a young age so I’m always anxious.

[@Tony_Jeffries]

What fight mate? Sparring? Amateur fight? Street Fight?

[@Marvellousdeath115]

@@Tony_Jeffries All tbh. When I spar I’m just so scared of getting hit, and even with street fights when I used to get bullied I’d get so scared I’d just freeze and overthink all my enemy moves. When my coach tries to hit me with pads for defense training I get so anxious I also miss them and end up being too slow. It’d be great to get some tips so people like me who struggle a lot can overcome their fear and anxiety to excel in the sport. I also literally forget all my training because of fear and throw random combinations haha. So I’d appreciate help and training advice regarding anxiety and excessive overthinking so that I’d grow more confident and box better. Thanks for your time man!

[@chiraqdemon9544]

Something that helps me is if u say to yourself “remember your training” because when your freaking out u don’t focus but always remember your training and it can help because u know u prepared for this

[@mrchoon2010]

Great video, mate

[@suryanshu_6969]

Keep uploading this stuff so oneday i can won gold at Olympics 🤧

[@Tony_Jeffries]

More to come mate 👊

[@jessebork2528]

I always thought of it like a soldier. You never stop being a pro. That being said I’ve heard the joke technically every one is a undefeated boxer… if they have never boxed competitively.

[@bingsoo9559]

Thank you Tony, If I manage to become an acomplished pro I don’t even know how I could repay you

[@ibrahimablack4774]

I trust this guy 💚 thx for everything

[@StrivingFR]

Charity events is what Im looking forward whenever I do become pro. Have to spread love for the lame as well.🙏🏿❤️

[@Tony_Jeffries]

did u see my video on charity boxing mate? u should check it out

[@StrivingFR]

@@Tony_Jeffries will do

[@richardlaurent2670]

Great 👍🏽 👌🏿 I never boxed but I like the sport your info was superb 👌🏿

[@COLOSSEUMCOMBATFIGHTS]

Well said Tony you called as it is "SNAKES"

[@selenophile410]

Best topic yet

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Glad you like it mate 👊

[@selenophile410]

@@Tony_Jeffries i hope to be like you one day. Thank u from a little girl in india

[@mac_c22]

Tony Jeffries is the most underrated, well rounded teacher of boxing I have ever seen, thank you for this video I will turn professional with these tips and many more that you have generously given away for free. I would love to bring some Welsh talent to you to so you can share your teachings with them🙌

[@fr0styyproductionsmc]

Good breakdown 👏

[@nightdays6965]

Totally correct. Just like wing chun kung fu. Out of the 4 million people practicing wc have all been had. There only a hand full of wc real practitioner in the world who no real wc. Like boxing. So many people teaching boxing who no absolutely nothing about real boxing. Then destroy a up and coming boxing career. Keep up the good work.

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Glad you like this ma man 👊

[@nabielsyach2373]

I wish if i go to England someday. I can meet up with you coach

[@Tony_Jeffries]

I am currently in LA mate

[@joelmatus9442]

@@Tony_Jeffries what place would you recommend to visit for someone who has never traveled?

[@arnasalcauskis4449]

Can you make a video how to get better with a jumping rope?

[@brianwilliams8568]

Yes I do

[@dtooom]

Great stuff my man…

[@mightguy1304]

Hey Tony Could you please make a video on boxing workout? And how much a pro boxer could train maximum?

[@Tony_Jeffries]

I’ll do a video on this, turn your notifications on so you don’t miss it

[@thehermitthetower1126]

Omgoodness, I want that vid about boxing write offs

[@Milo19970]

I love MMA and would love to have a fight one day but so far i have no desire to turn pro but maybe that changes after my first fight

[@sameerqureshi-kh7cc]

Tony Rocks!!!🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@michaelbakas1611]

Great video

[@Lonelygamer22]

Very good video 👌

[@haytch6497]

Please do a video on how to build your name and build your brand as a boxer

[@Nuggets2009]

Have you done a ' how much do boxers train' video? If not can we see you do that video👍

[@Tony_Jeffries]

HI mate - can you be more specific to your requests? thanks mate

[@Nuggets2009]

@@Tony_Jeffries how much hours did you train per day when you were getting ready a proffesional fight .

[@rileydix]

Tony can you please make that video about building your name?

[@jus1491]

Very informative this man deserve more subscribers

[@HassanAli-ee2un]

I don’t know if you will see this tony. BUT PLEASE CAN YOU DO A VIDEO ON HOW YOU DEALTH WITH RETIREMENT

[@Tony_Jeffries]

Hey Hassan, here mate: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJvRoIqHjdKBgtk

[@BilawalHus]

Greatful ❤

[@asadullahalkhazaali8665]

U didn’t mention the PEDS in pro can u make a video about it and talk about if its real or not and how big is the PEDS in boxing

[@51dodoc]

Sadly PEDs are rampant among the amateurs too

[@Abu_baby]

What is PEDS?

[@51dodoc]

@@Abu_baby Performance enhancing drugs

[@CharlieRoberts-ws5mv]

It is my dream to be a boxer and I don’t mind the cons I will do anything to get there