What’s the first word that you think of when you want to describe boxing? Some of the words that may come to mind are fun, challenging or empowering. But for someone who has never strapped gloves on and hit the bag before, the narrative could be much different. They could see boxing, especially in a…
The food that you put into your body can make more of a difference and impact your health and success more than the workouts that you’re doing. We’re constantly bombarded with popular buzz words that make food appear healthy but might not actually be all that great for us. However, eating 100% organic for a…
You know that combination that just feels natural? Your go-to freestyle combo that leaves the bag swinging and you smiling? Somewhere Mike Tyson is grinning ear-to-ear thinking about a power right hook to the body followed by a power right uppercut to the head. Having a favorite boxing combo is like having a favorite pair…
Have you ever opened your gym bag and immediately been reminded of how hard your last class was from the smell of your wraps? Even worse, have you ever washed your wraps and they still don’t smell as clean as they should? Chances are, you probably aren’t washing your wraps how you should be to make them smell…
With a new year comes new fitness goals. Maybe your goal is to lose weight, maybe it’s to run a race, regardless of the goal, you’ll need to create a game plan on how to get there. And while there are some main components that are part of every fitness plan such as nutrition, exercise…
It’s that time of the year again… We’re around the best home-cooked meals that we’ve been waiting all year for, we’re bundled up in layers and giving ourselves a few too many cheat meals in the spirit of the season. Well, we’re here to tell you – and show you – that you CAN partake…
The season of giving is here. If you’re having trouble getting a gift for someone who loves boxing, we’ve got your back. Here are seven gifts that are sure to be a knockout this Christmas. 1. Gloves Depending on use, gloves should be replaced every three to four months. By giving the boxer in your…
For many it’s difficult to find a type of cardio that is enjoyable. And while running, the stair-stepper, cycling, the elliptical and other types of cardio can get the job done, they often feel monotonous. But don’t give up on cardio just yet. There is a solution to humdrum jogs or repetitive stair-steppers. And yes,…
If you’ve ever opened Instagram, chances are you’ve seen several famous fitness accounts. Health and fitness are more popular on social media channels than they’ve ever been – and it keeps growing! People look to these accounts for motivation, workout ideas and tips. Fitness influencers on Instagram are sometimes shamed for showing off too much…
If you haven’t heard of the fitness fashion trend “Athleisure”, please put down your palm pilot, because this trend is going to completely change your life. Remember when leggings became popular again and the heavens aligned because it was possible to make clothes you worn in public comfortable? Welcome to Athleisure, friends. – ath·lei·sure –…