If you are looking to sharpen your boxing skills or to just have an amazing piece of at-home exercise equipment then punching bags are perfect for you. One of the main reasons why people decide against having punching bags at home is that they are unsure of how to hang the bags and how to ensure that they are secure enough to use.
However, hanging a punching bag is not as daunting or as complicated as it seems. This is because there are so many different ways that you can simply and securely hang a punching bag in your home.
In this article, we will take a look at all of the ways that you can hang a punching bag at home and the best accessories to help you do so.
Why Is It So Important To Properly Hang A Boxing Bag?
There are many reasons as to why it is so important to securely hang a punching bag. The main two reasons though are to avoid damaging yourself or your home. When a punching bag is not properly hung, the chances of it dropping under impact are extremely high. In the event of this, the bag could fall on you or damage where it was located.
After all, during a bag session, boxing bags are put under a huge amount of stress due to the extreme force and volume of punches being thrown. Therefore when hung on a weak beam, not properly attached to the ceiling, or on a very hollow wall, it can fall and cause considerable damage.
How To Hang A Boxing Bag From A Wooden Beam?
One of the most popular ways of hanging a boxing bag in a home or a garage is from a wooden beam. This is because most people suspect that these beams have sufficient strength to hold the bag. However, if they are not hung properly on the beam and using the correct methods then there is a high chance that they can fall.
Accessories You Need To Hang A Boxing Bag From A Wooden Beam
There are many different accessories that you need to hang a boxing bag from a wooden beam securely. These accessories are;
- Drill
- Wrench
- Ceiling Hooks or Wood Beam Bag Hangers
- Punch Bag Chains
- Carabiner Lock Hooks or Swivel Hooks
- Heavy Duty Spring (Optional)
- Floor Hooks (Optional)
- Anchor Plates (Optional)
Step 1 - Make Sure The Beam Is Strong
One of the most important steps in hanging a boxing bag from a beam is to ensure that the beam is incredibly strong. The best way to do this is to check whether or not the beam is structurally bearing. Beams that hold the weight of a structure are far stronger than beams that are simply used as a room feature.
Once you have found a strong beam, you should then mark out where exactly on the beam you would like your bag to hang from. When doing this, you should make sure that there is enough space around the bag for you to move around and for the bag to swing freely without touching or hitting anything around.
Step 2 - Drill The Holes & Attach The Hook
Once you have found and marked out the location where you would like the bag to hang from, you should then drill the necessary hole for the hook bracket that you have chosen. When drilling the holes it is incredibly important to take a lot of care to avoid compromising the structural integrity of the beam.
Once you have drilled the holes in the correct locations, you should then install the bracket or hook by tightly screwing the bolts into place. The tighter the bolts are in the beam, the more secure your punching bag will be.
Step 3 - Attach The Carabiner Or Swivel Hook
The next step in securing the boxing bag to a wooden beam is to clip on and attach the carabiner lock hook or punch bag swivel. Both of these accessories provide an additional link between the hook in the beam and the bag hooks that attach to the bag. This added link helps the bag to move much smoother and to avoid damaging the hook.
When attaching a bag to a wooden beam, you can also add an accessory called a heavy bag spring. These springs are specially designed to alleviate the tension that the beam is put under during intense bag sessions. In addition to this, the reduced amount of stress on the mount can help to avoid any unnecessary damage.
Step 4 - Add The Bag Hanging Chain & Hang The Bag
The next, and final, step of the process is to attach the hanging bag chain and then hang the bag. If you have followed all of the steps correctly then your bag should be able to hang freely, with no obstructions, and should be incredibly secure.
If you prefer your punch bag to not swing as much, then you could add an additional floor hook or anchor plate. Once these added features are attached to the hook at the bottom of the punch bag, it will provide more support and stop the bag from moving and swinging as much.
How To Hang A Punching Bag From The Ceiling
Another incredibly popular way of hanging a punching bag in a home or a garage is from a ceiling. While this seems like a very obvious place to hang a boxing bag, it is probably the method that comes with the most risks. This is because many ceilings are not quite as structurally sound and strong as you may think.
Accessories You Need To Hang A Boxing Bag From A Ceiling
The accessories that you need to hang a boxing bag from a ceiling are:
- Drill
- Wrench
- Ceiling Hooks
- Carabiner Lock Hooks or Swivel Hooks
- Punch Bag Chains
- Heavy Duty Spring (Optional)
- Floor Hooks (Optional)
- Anchor Plates (Optional)
Step 1 - Assess Whether The Ceiling Is Strong Enough To Hold The Bag
The very first thing that you need to do when considering how you should hang a punching bag from the ceiling is to decide whether it is strong enough. The best way to do this is to simply knock on the ceiling to determine if the ceiling is hollow or solid enough to hold some weight.
If your ceiling is hollow, then we would advise that you stop and find an alternative way of hanging your punching bag. However, if your ceiling is strong enough then you should decide on the best location for the bag and then mark out where the ceiling hook will go.
Step 2 - Drill The Holes & Attach The Hook
Once you have marked out the location of your punching bag, you should then drill the holes in correlation with the hook that you have chosen. Once you have drilled the holes you can then attach the ceiling hook and bolt it very securely to the ceiling. The tighter you bolt the hook, the more secure it will be.
Step 3 - Add Carabiner Or Swivel Hook
Once your ceiling hook is securely attached to the ceiling, you can then clip on your carabiner hooks or swivel hooks. These hooks create an extra link between the hook and the bag which allows them to move much more freely.
At this stage, you can also add a heavy-duty spring. These springs are designed to take a large amount of the tension away from the ceiling when the bag is in use. These are especially important to individuals who hold a lot of power and therefore put far more tension through the bag.
Step 4 - Add The Hanging Chains & Hang The Bag
Lastly, add the hanging chains to the hooks and then hang the bag. If you have followed all of the above steps, then your bag should be incredibly secure and ready for use. You can also add an additional anchor or floor hook if you would like your bag to swing less during impact.
How To Hang A Punch Bag From A Wall?
The most popular way of hanging a punching bag is undoubtedly on a wall. In order to do this there are a number of steps that you must follow to ensure that the bag is secure. If the bag is not properly secured then this could cause damage to both you and your wall.
Accessories You Need To Hang A Boxing Bag From A Wall
The accessories that you need to hang a punching bag from a wall are;
- Drill
- Spirit Level
- Wrench
- Wall Brackets
- Punch Bag Chains
- Carabiner Lock Hooks or Swivel Hooks
H3: Step 1 - Find A Bracket That Can Hold The Weight Of Your Punch Bag
The very first step when hanging a punching bag on a wall is to purchase the right bracket. There are several different brackets on the market, all with different weight limits. It is incredibly important to purchase a bracket that can hold the weight of your punch bag to avoid any breaks or damages.
Many lower quality brackets can only hold bags that weigh around 50 kg, whereas heavier duty punch bag brackets can hold bags that weigh 100+ kg.
Step 2 - Find The Perfect Place On Your Wall To Hang The Bracket
Once you have found a bracket that can comfortably hold the weight of your punching bag, you must then find the area of your wall that the bracket will sit on. Not only does this have to be an area with significant space,it also needs to be a section of the wall that is solid and therefore strong.
Once you have found the perfect location for your bracket, you can then mark out where exactly the bracket will sit. This will then allow you to easily drill the holes in the correct locations.
Step 3 - Drill The Holes & Attach The Bracket
The next step after choosing the location of the bracket is to drill the holes. When drilling it is super important to be accurate with the drill to ensure that the holes are in the correct locations and to avoid you having to redrill.
Once the holes have been drilled, you can now attach the bracket to the wall. You can use a spirit level for this step to ensure that the bracket is being attached to the wall straight. When attaching, ensure that the bolts are sufficiently tightened to ensure a secure finish.
Step 4 - Add Your Hanging Chain & Hang The Punch Bag
Most punch bag wall brackets come with a carabiner hook to make hanging the bag incredibly simple. This means that you can simply hook the hanging chain to the bracket and then hang the punching bag. If all steps have been followed correctly then the bag should be incredibly secure and ready for you to start practising some punches.
High-Quality Punch Bags, Brackets, Hooks, & More From Geezers Boxing
Here at Geezers Boxing we not only stock a huge range of high-quality punch bag brackets, hooks, anchors, swivels, springs, chains, and straps. We also stock an impressive range of punch bags from boxing's biggest brands such as Adidas Boxing, Aqua Bag, Century, Cleto Reyes, Everlast, Fly, and also a range of Geezers Boxing punch bags.
