The Speed Bag Bible by Alan H. Kahn Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Speed Bag Bible
Book Review: Best Book On Speed Bag Technique
Summary: 5 Stars
This is an excellent book. I have actually had it for a number of years, and it just won't leave my mind. I keep it within easy reach on my bookshelf, and I also like to read the author's posts on [...], and [...].
Frankly, a lot of people in boxing and especially the martial arts are very uninformed about the proper use of the speedbag. So, this book, chock full of good information, really helps to bridge that gap.
Book Review: Definitely, THE bible of speed bag training...
Summary: 5 Stars
The speedbag has always been the most technically baffling devices for boxing for me. I could never figure out how to hit the bag, the timing, and how to control it. But after reading this book, I have alot more confidence in my speedbag training. Alan definitely breaks down the do's and dont's to speedbag training right down from equipment to proper punching technique. He gives little tips on the advantages/disadvantes of wall speedbag platforms and freestanding platforms, s-hook/chain link swivels, speedbag covers, etc. He also deals quite a bit on proper safety and common injuries associated with speed bag training. Definitely answers alot of questions for those wanting to buy their first speedbag set. In his techniques section, he goes over all the basic punch/elbow combinations, their rhythms, and how to flow from one technique to the next. Let me tell you, the first four chapters deal mostly with basics but the later chapters are filled with different punch combinations that everyone from beginner to advanced people will be challenged. And he really does create an interesting technique of blending music like reading to his speedbag sets. At first it might seem daunting, but if you really do spend time in his techniques section, which he recommends, you'll be able to read and follow his routines like second nature. Near the end of his book, he'll also include some applications for the martial artist as well as setups on different workout devices like a stationary bike to include speedbag training. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and recommend it as a must buy for the basic boxing fan to the regular fitness enthusiast.Book Review: Excellent Training Course!
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought the book and the DVD and I am thoroughly impressed with the level of detail Alan goes to in both. Anyone who has seen a demo of Alan hitting the speed bag knows he is exceptional at this skill, but what became clear to me after reading the book and watching the DVD is that he is equally skilled at teaching novices how to master the techniques and nuances of the speed bag.
I would recommend that you buy both book and DVD, as they support one another quite effectively. Watching the DVD took the mystery out of several techniques that I had been struggling with for a long time. I can honestly say that after watching the DVD once, my skill level at a couple of the more difficult techniques improved greatly.
One of the best benefits of buying this training course is that you can ask Alan questions on a forum he set up specifically for speed bag enthusiasts;
speedbagforum.com
Alan and others will answer all of your questions and I learned a lot simply by reading the older threads that contained many of the same questions or discussed some of the same problems I was having.
I think the combination of the book, DVD and the coaching you can get on the forum is superb and I commend all three to anyone who desires to become a highly skilled user of the speed bag.
Semper Fi,
Mike
Book Review: Great Book
Summary: 5 Stars
This book breaks down the actual punch patterns to learn the speed bag. I was a total novice and already see improvement by studying this book. It was just what I needed. It also continues on to much more advanced punching sequences and patterns.
I would highly recommend this book to anyone who is wanted to learn or improve their speed bag technique!
Book Review: Great book for anyone interested in speed bag training.
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is great for the beginner as well as an advance speed bag athlete. Has many photos demonstrating techniques, this book also has stuff for martial artists