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Boxing vs MMA training — which to start with
Boxing & MMA
Boxing vs MMA Training: Which Should You Start With?

Introduction Standing outside a gym that offers both, it's a genuinely common first-timer question: boxing or MMA? They share more...

September 17, 2026
Orthodox vs southpaw boxing stance explained
Boxing & MMA
Orthodox vs Southpaw: Which Stance Should You Train?

Introduction One of the first things a coach asks a new boxer is which hand feels more natural leading with...

September 15, 2026
Electronic counting skipping rope, part of a budget home boxing gym kit list
Boxing & MMA
How to Build a Home Boxing Gym on a Budget: A UK Kit List

Introduction You don't need a warehouse gym to train boxing seriously. A genuinely effective home setup can be built in...

September 13, 2026
Shadow boxing vs bag work for boxing technique
Boxing & MMA
Shadow Boxing vs Bag Work: Which Builds Better Technique?

Introduction Every boxing session includes both, and most boxers can't quite explain why they still shadow box once they've got...

September 11, 2026
RDX gel inner gloves — amateur vs pro boxing kit
Boxing & MMA
Amateur vs Pro Boxing Rules: What Actually Changes

Introduction Watch an amateur bout and a professional fight back to back and the differences are obvious within a round...

September 09, 2026
Skipping rope and resistance bands for boxing conditioning
Boxing & MMA
Skipping Rope vs Resistance Bands for Boxing Conditioning

Introduction Ask ten boxers what they do for conditioning and you'll get skipping ropes and resistance bands in the same...

September 07, 2026
RDX K2 Mark Pro fight gloves used in competition boxing
Boxing & MMA
Boxing Weight Classes Explained: A UK Beginner's Guide

Introduction Turn on any boxing broadcast and you'll hear weight classes mentioned constantly — featherweight, welterweight, heavyweight — without much...

September 05, 2026
RDX boxing gloves in 10oz, 12oz, 14oz and 16oz weights
Boxing & MMA
10oz vs 12oz vs 14oz vs 16oz Boxing Gloves: Buying Guide

Introduction Every boxing glove listing has a number stamped on the box, and almost nobody explains what it actually means...

September 02, 2026
Free-standing vs hanging punch bags — RDX home boxing bag setup
Boxing & MMA
Free-Standing vs Hanging Punch Bags: Which to Buy?

Introduction You've decided it's time to get a bag at home — the question is which kind. Free-standing punch bags...

August 31, 2026
Shin Guards: Do You Actually Need Them for Bag Work vs. Sparring? - RARP-ID Fitness
Boxing & MMA
Shin Guards: Do You Need Them for Bag Work vs. Sparring?

Introduction If you've started training Muay Thai, kickboxing, or MMA, you've probably noticed shin guards showing up in some sessions...

August 29, 2026
Gym Workout Gloves vs. Bare-Hand Lifting: Do You Actually Need Them? - RARP-ID Fitness
Boxing & MMA
Gym Workout Gloves vs. Bare-Hand Lifting: Worth It?

Introduction Walk into any UK gym and you'll see both camps clearly: lifters with bare, calloused hands gripping the bar...

August 28, 2026
Hand Wraps vs. Inner Gloves: Which Does Your Hand Protection Actually Need? - RARP-ID Fitness
Boxing & MMA
Hand Wraps vs. Inner Gloves: Which Do You Need?

Introduction Slide your hand into a boxing glove without anything underneath and you'll feel the problem within a few rounds:...

August 26, 2026
What to Wear for Boxing Training: The Complete UK Kit Guide - RARP-ID Fitness
Boxing & MMA
What to Wear for Boxing Training: The Complete UK Kit Guide

What should you wear for boxing training? Complete UK kit guide covering tops, bottoms, hand wraps and layering — with...

August 19, 2026
Bag Gloves vs. Sparring Gloves vs. Competition Gloves: Which Do You Actually Need? - RARP-ID Fitness
Boxing & MMA
Bag Gloves vs. Sparring vs. Competition Gloves: A Guide

Bag, sparring or competition gloves — what's actually different, and which one do you need? UK guide with England Boxing's...

July 27, 2026
Essential Boxing Gear for Beginners and Professional Fighters - RARP-ID Fitness
Boxing & MMA
Essential Boxing Gear for Beginners and Fighters

Explore essential boxing gear for beginners and pros. Discover RDX equipment tailored for your safety and performance in the ring.

June 11, 2026
Versatile Boxing Gear for Your Home Training Journey - RARP-ID Fitness
Boxing & MMA
Versatile Boxing Gear for Your Home Training Journey

Discover high-quality boxing gear for home training. Perfect for beginners and pros to elevate fitness and self-defense skills from home.

April 28, 2026
Boxing Gloves vs. MMA Gloves: Which Packs a Stronger Punch? - RARP-ID Fitness
Boxing & MMA
Boxing Gloves vs MMA Gloves: Key Differences

Discover the true powerhouse! Dive into our battle of Boxing Gloves vs. MMA Gloves and find out which packs a...

August 01, 2025
Punch Up Your Game: Discover the Best Boxing Gloves for Every Fighter - RARP-ID Fitness
Boxing & MMA
Punch Up Your Game: Best Boxing Gloves for Every Fighter

Punch Up Your Game: Discover the Best Boxing Gloves for Every Fighter Boxing is more than just throwing punches; it's...

June 23, 2025
Unleash Your Inner Fighter with Essential Boxing Equipment - RARP-ID Fitness
Boxing & MMA
Unleash Your Inner Fighter with Essential Boxing Equipment

The RDX Kara Free-Standing Punching Bag is here for you. Elevate your boxing game with advanced shock absorption that rebounds...

May 20, 2025