Getting back into exercise after a break

Summer’s over, and it’s time to get back into a routine.You know it, I know it — all that good living hasn’t exactly been kind to the waistline, right? Getting started again isn’t always easy.Finding motivation is hard. And hey, that’s exactly why we have jobs in the fitness industry! We all make excuses, find… Continue reading Getting back into exercise after a break

Why I’m sticking with boxing

Recently, I met up with a friend who works in a commercial gym to a training session together.  It had been a while since I last stepped into a mainstream gym, and a lot has changed in the world of fitness. The place was filled with shiny new equipment, and it seemed like everything had… Continue reading Why I’m sticking with boxing

Why you shouldn’t wait for the perfect time to start

Something I was thinking about the other day was how we are always waiting for the perfect time to start. Whether it’s starting a new job, a new relationship or a new fitness routine, we tend to wait for the circumstances to be right. But life doesn’t work like that. It’s very, very difficult to… Continue reading Why you shouldn’t wait for the perfect time to start

Getting Comfortable with Punches coming at you

Are you thinking about training to fight? Our January Fight School intake have started training! If it’s something you are interested in, this is the time to consider signing up for our next fight school as places go fast. Here’s a bit more about the programme from coach Anthony Young. Nutrition and Mindset  We want… Continue reading Getting Comfortable with Punches coming at you

Benefits of Pad work

Pad work is an effective training method used to help get boxers fight ready, but did you that know it has heaps of mental and physical benefits for people of all ages and fitness levels? Check out our top 5 benefits below: 1. It helps to reduce and/or manage stress   It’s no secret that… Continue reading Benefits of Pad work

MENTAL BENEFITS OF BOXING Guest post by REAL

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Getting started with boxing

There is always a daunting feeling in the pit of your stomach every time you think about starting something new. Will I be good enough? am I too old? Too unfit?  Will I fit in? These are some of the questions that we berate ourselves with. The truth is, must of your fears are probably… Continue reading Getting started with boxing

PTSD and how boxing can make you better

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Building the foundations

Fundamentals is an integral part of boxing. It’s the foundation on which your style is built on. Think of it like a house. Before the house is built, the foundation must be laid first. It has to be strong and sturdy or the house will crumble. Fundamentals can be broken into 3 parts: [ ]… Continue reading Building the foundations

Alex’s journey

Find something you love and get consistent with it – the physical results will come as a by product of feeling good After battling with depression and piling on weight Alex decided it was time to make changes.  Last April he walked into 12 Rounds Boxing and started our boxing fundamentals programme.  18 months later… Continue reading Alex’s journey