what is boxing

Boxing is a combat sport and martial art in which two people, usually wearing protective gloves and other equipment such as hand wraps and mouthguards, throw punches at each other for a predetermined amount of time in a boxing ring. It involves attack and defense with the fists, usually with the use of padded gloves, and a boxer wins a match either by outscoring the opponent or by rendering the opponent incapable of continuing the match. Boxing has evolved from ancient times, with its modern form originating in Europe, particularly in England in the 16th century, where it was called prizefighting or bare-knuckle boxing. The sport has both amateur and professional forms, with amateur boxing seen in the Olympics and the Commonwealth Games, and professional boxing being a longer and more intense version of the sport. Boxing is a physically grueling combat sport that provides a great exercise program for all muscle groups, offering both good aerobic and anaerobic exercise.