Why is this punching ball recommended for boxing?
Punching balls improve accuracy, speed, and coordination - essential for boxing. They allow boxers to work on their combinations of strikes, improve their footwork, and strengthen their endurance. With regular training with this punching ball, you'll develop your ability to dodge and react quickly. Skills which will be essential in the ring.
Why choose an ergonomic shape for this punching ball?
The ergonomic shape will help you to better target and hit the ball. This will help you improve precision, speed, and punching technique. An ergonomic pear shape also provides a more uniform power return during strikes, which will help you improve your reaction time and coordination. Since it hugs the shape of the fist, it also reduces the risk of injury.
Why use a punching ball on a weightable base?
With its weighted base, our punching ball will stay standing, no matter the power behind your strikes! It's the perfect training companion, no worries that it'll leave you high and dry. And you know what? You don't need to drill any holes or look for studs to hang it from - just put it down wherever you like. Perfect for small spaces or for moving it wherever you like. Practical, right?
How do you use a punching ball safely?
To prevent any risks of injury (burns, hand trauma), it's important never to hit a punching ball without protection. You can use boxing gloves or mitts.
How to install the punching ball
An installation guide can be found in the package with the ball, the metal post, and the base.
A QR code on the packaging also provides access to this user guide as well as coaching tips.
The base can be filled with 27 L of water.
Caring for your punching ball
To clean your punching ball, use a damp cloth and soapy water. Then rinse with clear water.
We also recommend that you do not store it in a damp environment (indoors or outdoors).
What accessories are recommended with this punching ball?
This adult punching ball can be used with our Boxing Gloves 100, which you can find in stores or online under reference 8651249. They are available in sizes from 8 to 14 oz.
How do you adjust the height of the punching ball?
Height-adjustable from 1.25 m to 1.55 m, this punching ball is suitable for people from 1.60 m to 1.95 m tall.
To correctly adjust this punching ball to your height, we recommend installing it at shoulder-height.
Can the punching ball be repaired?
We place great value on our customers' complete satisfaction. To ensure this, we offer a 2-year warranty on all our products (5 years on the frame). The steel post and the ball are also repairable. We make spare parts available and can also perform repairs in our Decathlon store workshops.
