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Boxing CLEVER

There’s no stepping into the ring and rolling with the punches with this workout. You can do it all in the comfort and safety of your own living room. And you can stick to your own pace. But you’ll still improve your agility, balance, strength and cardiovascular fitness. And you might even banish those bingo wings!

Even though you aren’t connecting with a bag or person, you’re still getting a good workout, says Sophie Graham, boxing trainer at popular London boxing gym KOBOX. ‘Your back and abdominal muscles will be working as your body absorbs the force of the punches and counter-balances.’

Your coordination is tested throughout, as shadow boxing requires the chest, shoulders, arms and leg muscles all to work in unison. Plus, stepping in and out of

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