I wish I’d been told this when I started boxing
I’ll be sharing a personal story about overcoming fear to achieve success in Olympic boxing. It’s a narrative I’ve never shared …
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December 19, 2024
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Very good video for boxing and life 💪 Thanks
It takes some grit to step in the ring just you, a referee, and an opponent, that you may know nothing about. Could be a life long gym ringer, with 3 amateur fight in the books. Gravitate towards it because, teammates can let you down, vice versa
you know what I do, I let fear be with me and mike tyson said this a lot too (I know I ain't mike tyson) but fear is supposed to be your friend it let's you kind of tell you your weaknesses so you avoid the weaknesses or get better, fear is supposed to be your friend because when you get in ring you start to realise that there is really not that much of emotion, other than focus, maybe a lot of anger, frustration and all of that, and fear, fear will always be there, you are suposed to conquer it but not by being fearless, it's exactly like bravery still doing it even tho you fear something, it's hard to explain but believe me you need fear
Thanks!
This is such a powerful video. I often psyche myself out before every sparring match. But now visualizing every detail up to and including the fight – this is key for me now.
I raced moto x up until my mid twenties. Visualization is a great tool. I miss that feeling of getting on the line with 39 other racers. Right before heading to the line I always got that nervous feeling. But that turned into adrenaline at the gate. I wasn’t the best. But my goal was always get in the top 5 which I consistently did.
I am just getting into boxing. I had only two trainings so far and it is so different and distant from everything that I’v done in my life up to this point that I have no clue how to approach it.
But I have to say, Tony is like my personal coach. Extremely wise, takented, passionate and well spoken. Tony you are a legend! I am really glad I stumbled across your channel. Thank you for sharing your stories and experiences. Thanks to you, I might keep doing this, because you are such an inspiration. What a man! Cheers from Czech Republic🫶🏽❤️🙌🏼
Tony, your Great Britain tattoo is pretty cool looking. And your visualizing advice is the truth. I have done this myself.
Fear and Nervousness can also effect your performance as well I went through the same thing but overall I have no one to blame but my self !!!
Wow. Helluva story. I couldn't imagine. I would have to wear brown and yellow shorts. lol.
I visualise winning the lottery everyday.
Thanks
Wise words
That 1% here 1% there part should be cropped into a meme. Idk it just has this vibe
When I met my coach for the first time he was so surprised when he asked how much I weighed and at the time I was training for a half marathon but always lifted as well and at 5 foot nine at 135 pounds with long legs and arms short torso. He said my body strength and endurance was very impressive. But my overthinking and constantly second guessing my movements as he taught me visually and I just couldn’t get it! Then at the second one on one class he said close your eyes and I will move your body. After he did that he said that I am a tactile learner. He told me that my body had the conditioning of a professional athlete but my own self doubt and the constant overthinking is going to be the toughest thing to control and he changed his whole teaching method to accommodate me. So since he knew that I was a huge Dragon Ball Z fan he told to either be like Vegeta or Goku. I said vegeta at first and we tried inboxing but I accidentally gave him a shovel punch the was way too strong for to use against a seasoned fighter and my coach and he said if I meant to hit that hard because even with the torso protection I hurt him and it upset me to the point I was in tears because he helped me not just to fight but also helped me through the grief of losing my best friend in my arms as well as my friend recently being murdered. He said that if I used my full strength I could knock out someone with just body shots. I still wasn’t really able to comprehend that and I said well I don’t want to hurt anyone lol. So we switched to ultra instinct goku mentality with counter punches and that was the only way I could feel comfortable with boxing. Coach Reyes allowed me to grow not just as boxer but more importantly as a person. I still practice boxing everyday and I still try to keep in touch with him as best I can. Thank you Tony for sharing your emotional story of what was going through your mind as you were getting ready for a fight. I like this video the best so far because you share your feelings about self doubt. It has inspired me to contact my coach and see what I need to do to just have one amateur boxing match like I set out to do 3 years ago. My mental health is at a much better level now and even though I just got diagnosed with IIG and IGM Lyme disease on Wednesday I will follow through with my original goal while dealing with the long course antibiotic treatment. Thank you for your genuine personality and relatable story of self doubt
I believe this info would help with my anxiety, and i think its extremely valuable, thank you
Great story, if it were me in that situation, as soon as the gloves went on I'd need a piss 😂😂.
Tony, thanks for relaying this experience for us so intensely. Very engaging. Makes me want to get in the zone.
When I started to train boxing there was no trainer coach like you
Bro, you're INTENSE. I believe you, visualization…
There aren’t many champions that know exactly why they are champions. Keep spreading the love you absolute legend of a man. Love from ☘️
Great video
What I've learnt is to pretend it's only a sparring session
Even us hobbyists have to prepare our minds for sparring- I appreciate your advice Mr. Jeffries!
Holy crap just when i was pondering to myself after a spar i see this as i open youtube, Thank you Tony
Thank you for the great tutorial and insight with visualization. Now that you’ve gone through what happened when you were fighting and your opponent is picking up all these extra points. What do you think you should’ve done differently?
The reason i respect you is because youre candid as fuck. You can see and admit any weaknesses and didnt badmouth the other guy when you lost.
To me this is a no showpony ego driven bullshit proper champion.
Thanks for your videos too mate.
One helluva story sir!
Hey yall really need to sub to him this man learns you anything you need to know
boxing is for gentlemen ,i can take a punch and respect that person but i wont lay down to a bully
I hate the word capitalize. It's disgusting. Take advantage of, use to one's advantage etc is much better. Fuck money.
Thanks for sharing the honest and inspiring story Tony more power to you ❤
There is a critical difference between "fear" and being "afraid." Fear is a natural, rational reaction to potential danger. Old Paratrooper saying" If the guy in front of you or behind isn't fearful, get away from him. He's complacent and complacency kills." The adrenaline dump makes you Superman for a few moments. Go with it.
I can see that you are a great likable humble guy. Thanks Tony. You are gold bro
Very good Mr.Jeffries,there's alot of places the fighter goes right before a fight in his head that none fighters will ever know.belive it or not when was coming to the ring before a fight I would think of Christmas when I was a kid it would slow my heart rate,give me a little inner calm and make me focus a little more..watched ya fights T.J. ,you throw them hands pretty dam good dude!
As you said, the practice of visualization is useful in the ring and in life. Thank you, Tony!
You certainly can tell an interesting story. You got Olympic Bronze, brilliant.
FEDOR EMELIANENKO was the best at staying calm he always looked like he was about to fall asleep before a fight
Thank you for sharing brother, you are truly inspiring and your instructional vids have helped my son
Great story Tony! You had me in there with you, feeling the way you described. Youre a good storyteller!! Pls share more.
I always did the visualization in bodybuilding and powerlifting competition. I could see myself winning the trophy, I felt the trophy in my hands, I saw my name on the plaque. I always won!!
Here I am, a newbie to boxing from Romania, listening to this one with my heart in my throat. Best video in a while!
Gave me Goose lumps listening to this, I even dod a bit of shadow boxing before telling wife to get that Tea on. I lost that fight though.😂
Tony you nailed… You have the courage to speak about a loss in this way …I know what it means… i felt that way… So it's very encouraging to hear and see an honourable man who speaks true experience … actually about his loss…not just bullshit about inspiration and etc… please share more videos like this! Stay safe and strong ❤
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Great story
Much respect to my brother!!!
The fight of me life