Nerdcore Boxing

I was really sore from yesterday. Upping the intensity on the treadmill and elliptical walker along with lifting weights did it’s toll on my legs. Unfortunately I only squeezed in 20+ minutes on the elliptical walker today. Later tonight I’m going to do some shoulder rehab and take an ice bath.

While watching the fights on Sat night it occurred to me why my footwork looks a little off when I rapidly step to the left. I don’t “open up” my hips (or spread my legs far enough) and as a result my knee bends slightly awkwardly and I don’t get my left leg out as fast as I’d like. I suspect the reason for this is a lack of flexibility.

I love it when I figure out something like this, it’s usually followed by a marked improvement in my boxing. You can never have too good of footwork or be too mobile in boxing. I’m excited to do some targeted stretching and to see how this impacts my mobility.

I enjoyed the fight. I’m still pissed off that the only sports bar nearby charged a $35 cover to get in to see the fight, but I was desperate.

Mayweather has better defenses than anyone in boxing today. Admittedly it takes an educated eye to appreciate him rolling off DLH’s punches, but the fact he could get in with DLH for 12 rounds and only eat 4 or so clean power shots is impressive.

Oscar looked great. Like everyone else I have to wonder what would have happened if he stuck with his jab. I would love to find out in a rematch.