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http://www.answers.com/topic/boxing-weight-classes simply said they are named as such because the word welter,cruiser, heavy all have meanings that mean heavy lighter than heavy, or lighter than light heavy, the calssifications are ont he site above. grace, peace and Godspeed.
I believe its.... 100-119, 120-125,126-130, 131-135, 136-140 etc....
featherweight, light weight,
welter weight, middle weight, light heavy weight, heavy weight, super weight
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Will women's boxing be held in the 2012 olympics?
Yes Woman's Boxing will have 3 different weight classes for the 9 metals that will be awarded and the men will have 10 weight classes and 30 metals
How high is a professional boxing ring?
There is no official weight to become a boxer. There are many different weight classes in boxing for example featherweight, lightweight, middleweight, heavyweight and many more. This again allows for different championships to be competed for at all the different weight classes.
How much does a feather weight fighter weigh?
There are a minimum of six governing bodies in pro and amateur boxing. They all have varying weight classes and are too numerous to mention. See the attached link, http://www.answers.com/topic/boxing-weight-classes
Where can one see a boxing schedule for 2013?
One may see a boxing schedule for 2013 at Fight Nights, Yahoo Sports, ESPN, HBO and Boxing News 24. Schedules are shown for all divisions and weight classes.
What are the new events in 2012 Olympics?
Women's Boxing will be 3 new events for the different weight classes
What is the average reach in boxing?
It depends on the weight class, different weight classes have different size people so the reaches vary from weight class to weight class.
How many boxing championships has Ricky Hatton won?
Ricky Hatton has won a total of fourteen boxing championships. These championships are spread between multiple weight classes.
What were some of Oscar de la hoya's accomplishments?
boxing: specifically winning a gold medal and world titles in 6 different weight classes, and twice beating an ageing julio Cesar chavez sr.
Did the women's boxing make its olympics debut at the London Olympics games?
Yes with 3 events for the different weight classes
Is boxing weight lifting?
No, boxing is not weight lifting
What is the lowest weight class in the WBC?
The World Boxing Council (WBC) has several weight classes for fighters. The lowest is strawweight, in which fighters can weigh no more than 105 pounds.
What training classes can one book at LA Boxing?
One can schedule many different training classes at LA Boxing. Some of the classes that they offer include boxing, kickboxing, and martial arts. One can sign up online.
