When taking up a sport to care for your figure, we often think of running, swimming, yoga or Pilates. But we tend to overlook a sport that is becoming increasingly popular: women’s boxing!
Yet this sport has plenty going for it if you’re looking for a new activity to try, and it gets the whole body moving. Let’s take a closer look at what women’s boxing has to offer: a mix of cardio and strength training, a workout that engages the whole body and a real chance to let off steam. We’ll also introduce you to kickboxing, which works both your fists and your legs. It’s a sport accessible to everyone, from complete beginners to seasoned athletes!
So if you’re tired of your morning jog and your endless thighs-abs-glutes sessions, this article is for you, ladies…
Women’s boxing: a sport to add to your routine
Boxing combines cardio and muscle strengthening. This sport will get you sweating and raise your heart rate, which covers the cardio side. But boxing also relies heavily on propulsion and guard work, so your muscles are constantly engaged, much like in a bodyweight strength session. The cardio gets your lungs working, while the strength work engages the muscles in the areas you’re training. It can make a nice addition to your routine, alongside other tips for caring for your body.
Women’s boxing: a full-body workout
An intense workout, women’s boxing is a very energetic sport, especially when the pace picks up! Thighs, arms, glutes, abs: every part of the body is put to work during a session. Boxing gets all your muscles working, from top to bottom. In short, it’s a great activity for feeling good in your body!
Women’s boxing: it’s fun!
Don’t let appearances fool you: women’s boxing is far from a brutal sport! Well-rounded, playful and varied, boxing is above all an activity you do for fun. With friends or colleagues, you step into the ring and let off steam… gently! The aim is certainly not to leave a session covered in bruises, with a broken nose or a black eye. With women’s boxing, getting hurt is simply not what it’s about.
Women’s boxing: a sport that works your whole figure
Unlike men’s boxing, there’s no sparring or heavy punching here! Women’s boxing is designed to work the whole body, and to do so gently. During a session, you’ll run, throw punches, kick heavy bags… A fun way to get your legs and arms moving and engage your muscles all over.
Women’s boxing: the perfect way to let off steam!
Stressful job, hectic days or everyday worries… There’s nothing quite like a boxing session to clear your head, ladies, and knock stress out cold! After an hour-long session, you may well feel relaxed, re-energised and mentally refreshed, with a nice boost of self-confidence thrown in. In short, women’s boxing is a well-rounded sport that can help you feel good in yourself!
Spotlight on kickboxing, a boxing spin-off
Sold on women’s boxing, ladies? Then why not give kickboxing a try? You know, the discipline that uses both fists and legs, and that’s another great ally in caring for your figure?
Kickboxing is a great sport to add to your workouts if you want to take care of your figure. It blends martial arts techniques with an intense cardio workout, and it demands a great deal of energy.
Kickboxing is a complete sport that engages every muscle group in the body: arms, back, glutes, abs, legs. Nothing is left out! Each session works your muscles evenly, from head to toe.
One final point: kickboxing could even come in handy if you ever need to defend yourself. You’ll feel less vulnerable, more confident and better equipped to handle the situation.
To take care of your figure, keep in mind that movement, a varied diet and regular skin-rolling massage all have their place. And alongside all that, try the Expert Slimming Shorts, ladies! With caffeine and shea butter encapsulated directly into the fabric, these shorts slot easily into your routine. The aim? A little extra care for the skin on your hips and thighs. You can even wear them during your workout.
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