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Why Do So Many Beginners Buy the Wrong Boxing Gloves?
Few pieces of equipment cause as much confusion among beginners as boxing gloves. Almost every day, we speak with people who are buying their first pair and many of them make the same mistakes. Some focus only on the price, others misunderstand glove weights, and many choose gloves that simply do not match their actual training schedule. One of the most common mistakes is buying gloves that are too light, even though sparring is already part of their training plan or will be in the near future. In this article, we explain the most common mistakes beginners make when buying boxing gloves and how to avoid costly purchases that may need replacing after only a short period of time.
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Why Do Combat Sports Brands Disappear From The Market?
Many combat sports athletes have experienced the same situation: a well-known brand suddenly becomes difficult to find, retailers can no longer order products and popular items disappear from store shelves. Most people assume that poor quality or a lack of demand is the reason. In reality, the causes are usually very different.
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Why Are There So Few Martial Arts Stores in Switzerland?
Anyone looking for a specialized martial arts store in Switzerland will quickly notice that the selection is surprisingly limited. While fitness centers, sporting goods stores and large sports chains can be found almost everywhere, dedicated martial arts shops are relatively rare. At the same time, interest in boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai and MMA continues to grow. So why are there still so few specialized martial arts retailers in Switzerland? The answer lies in the unique challenges of the Swiss market.
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Why Are Boxing Shoes So Hard to Find? The Reality Behind the Boxing Shoe Market
Anyone who has ever searched for a specific pair of boxing shoes has probably experienced the same frustration: the right size is out of stock, your favorite model has been unavailable for months, or certain shoes simply seem impossible to find in Europe. Many athletes wonder why the selection of boxing shoes is so limited compared to other sports footwear. The answer is simple: the global boxing shoe market is much smaller than most people realize.
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Supplements We Would Love to Sell - But Can't in Switzerland
Anyone who regularly follows the sports nutrition industry has probably noticed that many supplements available in the United States, Germany, or the United Kingdom are either unavailable in Switzerland or only sold in modified versions. At Vikingstore, customers regularly ask why certain pre-workouts, amino acids, or innovative supplements are not part of our range. The answer is usually simple: demand is not the problem. Swiss regulations are.
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How Much Does Boxing Cost as a Hobby in Bern or St. Gallen?
Many people immediately think of professional fighters, black eyes or competition when they hear the word boxing. In reality, most people in Bern and St. Gallen train for completely different reasons: fitness, stress relief, self-confidence or simply as a healthy balance to everyday life. Combat sports have become increasingly popular in Switzerland over the last few years. From traditional boxing clubs to modern fight gyms, there are now options for beginners, hobby athletes and experienced fighters almost everywhere.
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Mouthguard Keeps Falling Out - Common Fitting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them A mouthguard is one of t
A mouthguard is one of the most important pieces of protective equipment in boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai and many other combat sports. Still, many people have the same problem: the mouthguard does not stay in place, falls out while talking or feels loose during sparring. In most cases, the problem is not the model itself but incorrect fitting. At the Vikingstore in Bern, we regularly see mouthguards being fitted the wrong way. Even small mistakes during the first fitting process can lead to poor hold and comfort later on.
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