Notes from the corner.
What I'm learning, and what I'm reading.
Some of this comes straight from the gym: real sessions, real client stories, the thinking behind the work.
Some of it comes from what I'm reading: research on stress, focus, and performance that backs up what training already shows. If it's worth sharing, it's here
Does Boxing Make You More Aggressive? Here's What the Research Actually Shows
“Doesn't all that hitting make you more aggressive?" It's a fair question. Here's what a 2024 research review actually found, and what years of coaching backs up.
What "Train the Whole Fighter" Actually Means in a Session
Most people expect boxing to build their body. Nobody expects it to build their calm. Here's what actually happens in a session, and why the mental part might matter more than the physical one.