I know it may be a little out there as far as hobby's go. It must be some sort of genetic defect that makes me like getting hit in the face. Anyhow, been at it for about a year now have yet to fight competitively but still spar 2-3 times a week. I would really suggest this to anyone. there are kids as young as 8 and women as old as 50 in the gym daily jumping rope and wailing on the heavy bag. Its great for weight lose and stress (That really annoying guy at work just picture his face on the heavy bag and go to town) not to mention that extra boost of confidence you get. so.... anyone else on BYC box or interested?