Boxing in Art and Literature Today’s selection comes from The Iliad, by Homer. Some background: The Iliad is set during the Trojan War, the ten-year siege of the city of Troy by a coalition of Greek states. During the Trojan War, Achilles refuses to fight after a quarrel with King Agamemnon, leader of the Greek forces. Patroclus, a close companion…
If you want to try a sport that requires not only physical strength and preparedness, but also mental agility and a strategic mindset, then you should definitely start practicing classic boxing. This type of boxing represents true art because it helps you work on so many aspects of your physical and mental health and personal…
Classic boxing is a quite popular form of exercise for individuals who want to conquer new challenges, discover the strength they didn’t know they have, and improve their overall health. However, even some regular practitioners don’t what benefits boxing has to offer. In fact, a great number of people take up boxing because they want…
For some, boxing is nothing but an expression of violence and aggression. Yet, this is an unfair label that boxing has been carrying for years. This sport is a complex, strategic, respectful discipline that requires its practitioners to master a unique, all-encompassing set of skills. The truth is that boxing is the ultimate physical and…