Boxing, Performance, Mentality and Mental Health
On Thursday 14 March, we hosted the longest standing cruiserweight world champion Johnny Nelson MBE, at our west London studio, where we asked for his help in inducting an enthusiastic group of fit...
Read moreREAL strives to incite a curiosity in how much better we can be, mentally, physically and emotionally through physical action.
Read moreIs there ever a better time to improve our physical regime than when we’re feeling grief, heartbreak or rejection. Training to strengthen ourselves physically feels like the best anecdote to our me...
Read moreAmongst all the inspirational quotes and posters displayed at my first gym, was a short phrase, hand-written on the wall in felt-pen that simply said “Know Yourself’. This small decree hit home lar...
Read moreWINTER TRAINING - IT'S A CHOICE
The word winter almost feels confrontational, as we viscerally recall condensed breath, clasped hands and a glistening, icy environment. The winter challenges us to adapt and face the cooler temper...
Read moreDO MORE FOR YOURSELF - SO YOU CAN BE MORE FOR OTHERS
When so much of our time is absorbed in the pursuit of what needs to get done, it is important we take responsibility for ourselves. Being responsible to others gives us great purpose and meaning, ...
Read moreBenefits of CBD for Boxers and Athletes Boxing is a physically demanding sport that can be brutal on the body. Boxers push themselves to the limit, training for hours each day to condition their...
Read morePOST-BURPEES: IN CONVERSATION WITH PLACE2BE
After completing the challenge I had set myself on Saturday 12 August, I caught up with Jessica Kateryniuk-Smith, in charge of all challenge events at Place2Be. Jessica: What did you do and how ...
Read more“We do things not because they’re easy, but because they are hard” On Saturday August 12th I will complete 1000-burpees. This is a cardio-marathon not a sprint. Accompanied by two other contenders ...
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