Better Boxing: An Illustrated Guide

Originally published in 1959 Better Boxing: An Illustrated Guide is a proven instructional guide for coach, boxer, and tournament official. In this book Eddie LaFond and Julie Menendez set forth the objectives and principles of boxing. In clear terms and illustrations and by progressive steps, they provide the means by which a coach or boxer can achieve an excellent boxing program or perfect boxing form. The authors' dedication to boxing as a sport and physical conditioner and their interest in the welfare of their trainees knows no bounds.

This book is an illustrated guide to better boxing. It shows every person, as well as their instructor or coach, how they can benefit from some phase of boxing and how they can adjust a program to meet their needs and abilities. It contains information for the beginner, the expert, the instructor, and the fan.

Boxing is an excellent sport for developing confidence, courage, self-reliance, quick thinking, and respect for one's fellow man.