In this conversation, Sonny.Parkinson_ shares his journey in boxing, discussing his amateur career, training regimen, and the importance of trust and relationships with coaches. He emphasizes the significance of enjoying the sport, the qualities that make a good coach, and the long-term perspective needed in boxing. The discussion also touches on the effectiveness of different training methods, including pad work and shadow boxing, and concludes with Sonny's aspirations for the future and his desire to give back to the sport through coaching.

00:00 Introduction to Sonny Parkinson02:41 Sonny's Boxing Journey and Amateur Career05:44 Training Regimen and Coaching Relationships08:33 The Importance of Trust in Coaching11:26 The Role of Environment and Team Dynamics14:32 Qualities of a Good Coach17:27 The Long Game in Boxing20:22 Pad Work vs. Shadow Boxing23:18 The Future of Sonny Parkinson and Coaching Aspirations.

Sonny is working with the exceptional Wyld Visuals.

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