The International Boxing Hall of Fame's Basic Boxing Skills

by Floyd Patterson, Bert Randolph Sugar

For all boxers and fans, this step-by-step guide to successful boxing by a two-time World Heavyweight Champion will be educational and entertaining. Floyd Patterson set out to “pass along to you what I’ve learned, to unlock some of the secrets of the greatest sport in the world.” He succeeded, creating a classic that’s one of the most comprehensive boxing manuals ever written. Topics include rules, equipment, how to bandage your own hands, stance, bobbing and weaving, punching technique, offensive and defensive moves, strategy, and conditioning—all offered with stories from Patterson’s career. Plus, there is a full workout program. With a new introduction by International Boxing Hall of Fame member Bert Randolph Sugar, this tour de force is an excellent resource for trainers and boxers as well as a tribute to a great champion’s career.

112 pages, Paperback

First published April 30, 2007

Reviews

[Rob Blankinship]

Tremendous introduction into the sweet science, I'd consider this a must-read for anyone interested in breaking into the game. Patterson comes across as a natural coach even through print, and I think potential boxers could build a rudimentary understanding of the fundamentals to work with off Patterson's book. And trivia, off the book cover itself: Muhammad Ali, considered one of the best ever, has said the writer here is the most skilled he's ever fought. Not a bad character reference for anyone on the fence with picking this book up.

[Matt Hill]

very basic, but that's good too . . a bit timecapsuleish, being from the 1960s . .

[Daniel]

A very good bare bones approach to boxing from an actual boxer. Really written in his voice.