Whether you’re just starting out in kickboxing or have been training for years, there are some golden rules every fighter should know. In this guide, we’ll take you through the 10 absolute do’s and don’ts of kickboxing. Whether you train for health, confidence, or a career in the ring, these tips will help you get the best out of yourself.
One of the biggest mistakes (especially beginners) make? Buying cheap or ill-fitting equipment. Kickboxing is intense, injury-prone, and demanding on your body — and your gear needs to keep up.
Why good gear matters:
Protection: Cheaper gloves often lack enough padding, risking injury to your wrists, knuckles, or your sparring partner.
Durability: Quality gear (like Joyagear’s) lasts longer, stays sturdy, and maintains comfort and shape.
Hygiene: Lower quality often means poor ventilation or materials that harbor bacteria — leading to bad smells, skin irritations, or infections.
Pro tip: Choose leather gloves, a sturdy mouthguard, shin guards with double Velcro, and a well-ventilated sports bag.
The heavy bag is a great tool for building strength, endurance, and technique. But training only on the bag won’t make you a complete kickboxer.
Risks of only bag training:
You won’t develop timing or distance awareness.
You won’t learn to handle real pressure or an opponent’s reactions.
You miss out on improving defense and counters.
Mix up your training:
Sparring (light and technical)
Pad work with a coach
Technique drills with a partner
Conditioning training with interval rounds
Combining different types of training keeps your body and mind sharp.
Whether you’re tired, short on time, or not feeling your best — train with intention. Half effort yields half results.
Why mental commitment is everything:
Every session is a chance to grow.
Getting used to training under stress or fatigue simulates fight conditions.
You strengthen not just your body, but your discipline and perseverance.
Joyagear tip: Keep a training journal. Note how you felt, what went well, and what could improve. Stay mindful in your progress.
Many injuries and poor performances come from lack of preparation.
Good preparation means:
Warm-up and mobility exercises (at least 10 minutes)
Proper hydration and nutrition before training
The right mental focus (put your phone on silent, be present)
Well-maintained gear (no loose straps, smelly gloves, or torn shin guards)
Strong preparation boosts safety, performance, and enjoyment.
Power and speed are useless without control. The best kickboxers stand out for their technical precision.
Training technique means:
Performing movements consciously and controlled
Mirroring, asking for feedback, and reviewing videos
Repeating drill after drill until it’s second nature
Remember: You don’t have to be the fastest or strongest — but if your technique is solid, you win with intelligence and efficiency.
Rest is not weakness. It’s essential.
Why rest is just as important as training:
Muscles repair and grow during rest.
Your nervous system needs time to reset.
Mental fatigue leads to worse focus and injury risk.
Plan rest days deliberately. Listen to your body. Sleep 7-8 hours per night and eat nutritiously.
Are you training to prove you’re the strongest? Or to get better?
The difference:
Ego fights to win. Intention trains to learn.
Ego wants to impress. Intention wants to understand.
Ego causes injuries. Intention brings growth.
Let your coach correct you. Ask for feedback. Stay humble, even if you’re ahead of others.
As discussed in our mindset blog: mental preparation is crucial.
Train your mind like your hands:
Visualize your fights
Practice breathing techniques
Build self-confidence
Meditate or do mindfulness
Your mental resilience determines how you handle pressure, setbacks, and pain.
Whether training under a top coach or at a small local gym — you can always learn from teammates, opponents, and videos.
Ways to keep learning:
Attend pro seminars
Analyze fights of top athletes
Ask sparring partners for feedback
Try new styles and techniques
Stay a student of the sport. Kickboxing constantly evolves, and standing still means falling behind.
At Joyagear, we want to help you get the most out of your training. That’s why we offer not only top-quality gear but also supportive products like:
Bandages for wrist stability
Glove deodorants for hygiene
Clothing for comfort and performance
And don’t forget: our Summer Sale is almost over. When you buy an item from our Performance Collection, you’ll temporarily get:
A free Evolution Cotton T-shirt worth €35
A free bandage
A free glove deodorant
Don’t wait too long — while supplies last.
Train smart, train hard, train with Joyagear
Kickboxing demands everything from you: physically, mentally, and technically. But when you make the right choices — following the do’s and avoiding the don’ts — every training session brings you closer to a stronger, better version of yourself.
Joyagear is here to support you. From gear to guidance, from mindset to materials. Together, we build your growth in the sport.
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