Boxing for rehab

Boxing is great as an exercise option as it as a low entry level and is scalable across a range of populations. It can help improve

• • Cardiovascular fitness

  • Coordination of hands and feet

  • Range of motion and motor control (neuro populations)

  • Agility/power for upperlimb

Firstly,

It is most important for us to teach safety, for ourselves and clients. here are some useful resources for reference

• • Focus mitts technique for holder (vid 1 ), (vid 2)

  • Focus mitts safety considerations (vid)

  • Uppercut, jab-cross, Hooks (pad holding technique vids)

  • Playlist for teaching stance, basic techniques (video playlist)

  • Boxing basic combos (1 vid) and (2 vid)

  • Boxing footwork drills (vid)

  • Boxing movement and timing drills (vid)

Good videos to watch on how boxing can be used in rehab

• • Boxing and TBI video

  • Boxing group for Parkinson's Today show vid