Boxing is a combat sport in which two people engage in a contest of strength, speed, reflexes, endurance, and will, by throwing punches at each other, usually with gloved hands. It utilizes effective footwork, punching, blocking, combinations, slips, and counters, for both defensive and offensive applications. Through the use of punching drills, footwork, bag work, pad work, and conditioning, Boxing provides a great way to get in shape, stay in shape, lose weight, and build strength, while learning a useful skill for self defense or competition.