how to become a professional boxer

How to become a professional boxer.

Do you have a dream to become a professional boxer, them your success is in your hands. The boxing profession requires huge dedication, good mental and physical stamina. You will have to make huge sacrifices to become a professional boxer.

Join a boxing club.

The first step to becoming a professional fighter is to join a boxing club. Before you join a club, you need to conduct research, and carryout due diligence. Make sure the club you choose is affiliated to the national boxing association. Make sure the club has a history for training professional fighters. Check their membership, quality of trainers, a dedicated gym and different level of boxers.

Take a trainer.

In your bid to become a professional boxer you need a trainer. Your choice of trainer can affect how far you progress in your career. Things to consider before hiring a trainer is his experience. Find out other boxers he trained and if any became champions. Find one with a background in boxing or ex-boxer. Other consideration are fees, training schedule, hours and sparring partner.

Learn the basics.

After you have hired a trainer, the next is to learn the basically. Learn how to Jab, uppercut, hook, southpaw and other boxing techniques.

Begin training.

Training is two thirds of the work. Your body will go through intense training and workout. You do stretching, complete physical training, speed bag punching. Others are cardio, breathing, core exercise, situps and push-ups. More training include sparring, jogging, and punching.

Diet.

An athletes diet is much different from regular folks. You need food high in protein and healthy fats. The special diet helps to bulk up your muscles and strength.

Endurance training.

Another aspect of training is endurance training. It involves leg endurance, shoulder endurance and stamina.

How to become an amateur boxer.

The stages of progress in the boxing profession is from amateur to professional. To become an amateur find a local boxing organization. Then register as an amateur fighter. Get a trainer and participate in unsanctioned boxing events in your weight category. Fight only in your weight class and age group while carefully choosing fights. Don't over do it to avoid complete burnout before you turn professional.

Going Pro.

It takes about 2 years of amateur boxer before you can go pro. It is best to start young from seventeen to twenty two years. This will enable better preparation, stamina building and learning the best techniques. A professional boxer is not required to have any form of education, however you should be in good physical and mental health.

Hire manager.

Once you have decided to turn pro you need to get a manager. The managers job is to get paid fights for his boxer. He generally negotiate the deal to get top dollar. His cut is usually on negotiation and not more than 20 percent of your match wages.

Develop you technique.

A successful boxer needs to master different boxing styles. He should work on his defense, attack, speed, stamina and power. This is accompanied through vigorous training and physical exercise.

Keep your day job.

Although you have turned pro, you should keep your day job. Although top boxers earn several thousand and even millions, it takes time. Therefore keeping your day job till you get into the big league is just common sense.

Get licensed.

Every pro boxer is required to have a license. Once you have a license, join a good boxing association to get fights. With each sanctioned fight and victory you will rise in the ranks and your earnings get bigger.

Finance.

Finally you need proper management of your earnings. A professional boxer only has a limited window before retirement. Most boxers retire by the age of 38, therefore you need a contingency plan for your earnings.