Boxing is the art of throwing one's own fists into another person's face and body for sport. It dates back to the beginning of recorded history and beyond. Thousands of years of evolution have produced some padded gloves and a mouthpiece. People still love to watch the "sweet science" on display.
Internationally Recognized Boxing Organizations:
Boxing Weight Divisions:
- flyweight, 115 pounds (52 kg)
- featherweight, 126 pounds (57 kg)
- lightweight, 139 pounds (63 kg)
- welterweight, 152 pounds (69 kg)
- middleweight, 165 pounds (75 kg)
- light heavyweight, 179 pounds (81 kg)
- heavyweight, 201 pounds (91 kg)
- super heavyweight, any weight over 201 pounds (91 kg)
