Beginner’s Guide to Different Types of Heavy Punching bags
Heavy bags are essential to boxers, martial artists, and fitness enthusiasts. The type and quality of the heavy bag you use can make a huge difference in your workout experience. With that in mind, it’s time to look at different types of bags that are on the market today.
Hanging heavy bags
The weight of a hung boxing bag is usually heavier than that of a freestanding one. Since the resistance of the target will be greater, you will be able to punch it more powerfully. If you want to improve your punching or kicking power or general strength, this type of heavy bag can help you. Also, your bag will not tip over no matter how hard you punch.
Because hanging bag swings, you can practice various punching techniques and footwork, improving your timing, rhythm, and accuracy. That’s why professional boxers almost always prefer using hanging bags instead of standing ones.
The downside is that the hanging bag requires secure installation, and they aren’t portable. Hence, they need a dedicated area.
Alternatively, we can get a heavy bag stand which makes the installation easy. But we can’t hit the bag from every angle.
How to pick the right hanging bag for you?
Get one that is about half of your weight since such a bag will give enough resistance and swings. Advanced athletes can get a heavier bag if they one to improve their kicking or punching power.
Here is an example of training with this type of bag.
Freestanding punching bags
Freestanding punching bags are a great addition to any home gym. Since they don’t require any mounting hardware, they’re ideal for putting in the corner of a room after the training. That’s why it’s preferred by people who don’t have much space at home.
Most of the critics come from the fact that freestanding bags are willing to fall over. However, there is professional equipment that is huge and has a large base. This way, they are stable and suitable for punches and kicks, making them a good choice for MMA or Muay Thai training.
On the other hand, the disadvantage of freestanding bags is that they will not move as much as hanging bags, so they will not simulate an opponent’s movement.
How to choose the right standing bag for you?
A cheaper model will work well for fitness training since it doesn’t need to be hit hard. Therefore, it won’t fall over.
But, for power kicks and punches, you should pick one a large standing bag.
Check out how a freestanding bag behaves.
To sum up
Picking a boxing bag for your home is a big deal and shouldn’t be taken lightly. Just like the right pair of running shoes, the right punching bag will make all the difference to your workout. I hope this guide has helped you a bit to find the right piece for you.
Here is the list of the best heavy bags that I recommend buying for home.
