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Boxing 101: There Is No One Right Answer

by Ian Cruz
December 23, 2020April 22, 2021

Boxing 101 – There is no one right answer in boxing!
I get asked a number of questions while coaching: Is the shoulder roll better than the high guard? Should I cross-block or keep my back hand by my cheek? Do I block the uppercut with the same-side hand, or do I use the opposite hand so I can free up my other hand for a counter-punch?

If you’re asking questions – great! The truth is, there’s no one definite answer to every situation. You’re in there with a live opponent who can react to your every move and pick up on your tendencies.

Running Mistakes: Lessons From My First Marathon

by Ian Cruz
December 22, 2020September 10, 2021

Running Mistakes – Everyone makes them training for their first marathon. From not knowing how to fuel, to wearing improper running shoes, a poor stride, or not tapering, nobody gets everything “perfect”.

The biggest issues I had in training for my first marathon were my expectations. I didn’t know what I didn’t know. I didn’t know how hard it is to BQ. I didn’t realize how much harder the trails are than road races. I didn’t know how to structure the mileage of my run and what burnout is. I didn’t know how to fuel, how to fix my stride, and how to breathe. And I made a few other funny mistakes along the way.

Coach Ian – Week In Review: (12/20/2020)

by Ian Cruz
December 20, 2020April 22, 2021

Coach Ian – Week In Review (12/20/2020): Former Dreamland Boxer Alex Rodriguez 30th birthday 30 mile run, GGG’s twin brother, Dreamland Boxing Virtual practices

Coach Ian – Week In Review: (12/13/2020)

by Ian Cruz
December 13, 2020April 22, 2021

Coaching lessons from Bengals founder Paul Brown, a re-make of the your first boxing match informational video, a breakdown of Errol Spence’s jab, a big THANK YOU to Bruce Babashan for his generous support towards Dreamland Boxing, virtual boxing class updates, interpreting your bloodwork, what to consider when training on a vegan diet, perfecting your running form, and more!