Alexandre Metz - Page 6

My name is Alexandre Metz, and I have been immersed in the world of combat sports and functional fitness training for the past 10 years. My journey began with a personal quest for strength and resilience, which quickly evolved into a passion for sharing knowledge and helping others achieve their fitness goals. I find immense satisfaction in breaking down complex concepts into accessible insights, whether it's about training techniques, nutrition, or the mental aspects of combat sports. In my writing, I focus on providing clear, accurate, and relevant information that empowers readers. I take pride in thoroughly checking my sources and staying updated with the latest trends in the fitness world. By simplifying difficult topics and organizing information effectively, I aim to create a resource that is both informative and engaging. My commitment is to support others on their fitness journeys by delivering content that is not only useful but also resonates with their experiences and aspirations.

Author's publications

A woman inspects a pair of white YOKKAO sparring gloves. Other gloves, possibly bag gloves, are visible in the foreground.

Boxing Gloves for Sparring or Bags? How to Choose the Right Pair

Alexandre Metz

22 June 2026

Choosing the right boxing gloves? Find out how sparring and bag gloves differ, what ounce weight fits, and how to protect your hands.

Pink and white boxing pads, perfect for training. Learn how to hold pads for boxing with these durable MAXX Pro Boxing Gear mitts.

Hold Boxing Pads Like a Pro - Master Control & Accuracy

Alexandre Metz

21 June 2026

Master how to hold boxing pads like a pro! Learn stance, target placement, movement, and avoid common mistakes. Improve your boxer's accuracy and power.

Diverse people practicing various yoga poses, including downward dog and warrior pose, perfect for a pull day stretches routine.

Pull Day Stretches for Faster Recovery and Less Stiffness

Alexandre Metz

21 June 2026

Discover the best pull day stretches after heavy rows, pull-ups, and deadlifts, plus a quick cool-down to ease stiffness and recover faster.

A boxer practices his form, throwing a punch at a heavy bag. His focus is intense as he trains.

How to Improve Your Boxing Technique Under Pressure

Alexandre Metz

20 June 2026

Improve your boxing technique with stance, guard, punch mechanics, footwork, and drills. Find out how to stay balanced under pressure.

A boxer's forearm is being gripped, with a "PAIN!" graphic and arrow pointing to the wrist. Do strong forearms help you punch harder?

Do Strong Forearms Really Help You Punch Harder?

Alexandre Metz

20 June 2026

Do strong forearms help you punch harder? Discover how forearm strength, wrist stability, grip, and rotation support harder punches.

A man in a "UNDEFATED" shirt and Mayweather Boxing + Fitness hat poses with fists up in a gym, ready for Floyd Mayweather training.

Floyd Mayweather Training - The Real Secrets to His Success

Alexandre Metz

19 June 2026

Unlock Floyd Mayweather's training secrets! Discover his system for speed, timing, and defense. Learn what to copy for your own boxing success.

A Muay Thai fighter delivers a powerful kick during pad work boxing training in a gym.

Pad Work Boxing That Builds Timing, Accuracy, and Control

Alexandre Metz

19 June 2026

Learn how pad work boxing sharpens timing, accuracy, and control, plus the drills and round structure that make mitt sessions count.

A young boy in a blue shirt practices a boxing feint, throwing a punch at a training dummy while other children watch.

Boxing Feints - Master Deception & Dominate the Ring

Alexandre Metz

19 June 2026

Master boxing feints to gain an edge! Learn how to deceive opponents, create openings, and land punches effectively. Discover key techniques & drills.

Forearm grips work muscles like the flexor digitorum superficialis and profundus, brachioradialis, and pronator teres, as shown in these anatomical views.

What Muscles Do Forearm Grips Work? The Real Answer

Alexandre Metz

18 June 2026

Discover what muscles forearm grips work, why wrist position matters, and how to program them effectively for maximum grip strength.

Man running outdoors, woman boxing. Both activities are great for burning calories.

Boxing Calories Burned - The Real Numbers & How to Maximize Them

Alexandre Metz

16 June 2026

Unlock the truth about boxing calories burned! Discover how intensity, weight, and session type impact your burn. Get accurate estimates & boost conditioning.