Manchester: India’s boxing sensation Vijender Singh is confident of his fourth knockout win on 12 March, when he takes on Hungarian Alexander Horvath during his fourth pro bout at Echo Arena, Liverpool.
Vijender’s boxing workout and training routine is as intense as ever. The undefeated Indian boxer who is all set to take on slightly experienced Horvath later this week, is doing hard training for 10 hours a day to give tough time to his opponent. His opponent Horvath has a decent record of winning 5 out of 7 fights.
Vijender who had his last fight in December 2015, will be making his first appearance in the ring for this year.
In his daily routine, Bhiwani boxer is following one of toughest training regimes which top professional boxers like Mayweather and Pacquiao have been following during the peak of their pro career. The training includes shadow boxing, practicing footwork, practicing punching, movement, stance, speed and technique.
Shadow Boxing – Shadow boxing in front of a mirror helps to perfect technique and practice both offensive and defensive exercises.
Spars between 12 rounds – Working on all facets of boxing skills and techniques
Works the heavy bag for 20-30 minutes – To maximize powerful punches and strikes
Floor Work – Builds up strength, specifically in the core. A strong core is essential in becoming a top boxer and athlete
Pad Work- Increases speed, coordination and timing
Bodysuit work- Body shots can throw the opponent off balance and knock the wind out of them
Speed Bag- Jab speed is one of the most effective ways to throw off the rhythm of an opponent.
Neck work with weights – A strong nexk is key for durability and injury prevention from repeated strikes to the head
200 sit-ups, pull- ups, dips, jump rope, double-end bag – A circuit routine like this helps boost muscular endurance and strength endurance throughout entire body
5-8 mile run- A long distance run works on those slow-twitch muscle fibers that are needed for proper endurance in the ring to go the distance.
Commenting on his preparation ahead of next bout Vijender Singh said “The young Hungarian Alexander Horvath has an impressive record in his pro boxing career but I will leave no stone unturned. My target is to continue my winning streak in the fourth game and that’s the reason I am going through the toughest training sessions of my career. My trainers Lee Beard and Hroon Headly are working really hard with me during each of the sessions and I am enjoying it”.
“Due to the postponement of my fight for almost a month, I got enough time to better prepare myself and watch videos of my opponent. My strategy to knock him out is already in place and I am looking forward to see him on 12 March in the ring. I read in media reports that Horvath has made snake blood part of his diet but I don’t care at all being about my opponents as Desi Ghee is part of my diet from the beginning of my career” added Vijender.
