These Quotes Inspire Me...

Exercise is essential to one's health. Everyone seems to think so, from medical practitioners to philosophers, from great leaders to religious figures. Fitness quotes may be cliché, but some of them do make a lot of sense. Here are some quotes that inspire me:


"It is exercise alone that supports the spirits, and keeps the mind in vigor" ~Marcus Tullius Cicero


"Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity" ~ John Fitzgerald Kennedy


"A man's health can be judged by which he takes two at a time - pills or stairs" ~ Joan Welsh


"Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise save it and preserve it" ~ Plato


"The greatest wealth is health" ~ Virgil


"To keep the body in good health is a duty... otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear" ~ Buddha


"Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going" ~ Jim Ryan


"Take care of your body, then the rest will automatically become stronger" ~ Chuang Tzu

Putting everything together, here's what we get: Our health is very important as it is the root of everything-- our happiness, sense of well-being, longevity of our lives, mental health, and many more. It is our responsibility to keep it in good condition. You don't have to be a philosopher or a doctor to know this. We at Train Like A Boxer, will make sure that we keep you healthy by providing you with physical training that won't bore you, guiding you in your health and nutrition needs, and keeping you motivated to achieve your fitness goals!

So what are you waiting for? Set your first trial workout with Train Like A Boxer now or grab the Train Like A Boxer DVD if working out at home is more of your thing. You've heard it from great poet, Virgil. "The greatest wealth is health." So take action NOW!



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How to COMBAT the BIG S.

Have you ever felt stressed because of the daily grind? Have you always thought that you are too busy to workout? Do you seem to feel that your inactivity is pulling you down? I’m pretty sure all of us have felt this way in one way or another. We feel helpless, and just resign to the negativity. But guess what, we can do something about it.




Numerous studies have shown that exercise boosts self-esteem and helps relieve stress. Whenever we exercise, our brains emit endorphins, which are said to be the brain’s feel-good neurotransmitters. Endorphins magically improve our moods and sense of well-being, as well as fight against sources of bad vibes such as stress and pain. Notice how good you feel during and after a workout. You may not notice it at that moment, but you tend to forget the day’s worries whenever you focus on running in the treadmill or lifting weights. You feel invigorated after a good workout as well. It just shows how exercise not only improves physical health, but helps us become psychologically healthy as well.

Train Like A Boxer provides a workout that will not only nourish your body, but will also boost your confidence and relieve stress. Imagine losing an ounce of stress with every punch. Visualize how fit you will be with the continuous amount of effort that you put in each session. And the best part is, you can have your training scheduled at your own convenience. If meeting up with a trainer is not your cup of tea, you can also grab the Train Like a Boxer DVD and work out at the comforts of your own home, at your most convenient time. Isn’t that a sweet deal?

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Have you seen this yet?

The movie, "The Blind Side" has got to be one of the most inspiring movies that I've ever seen. The rest of the sports world think so too as it was awarded "Best Sports Movie" in the recent ESPY awards. If you haven't seen it yet, here's a brief summary: the story is about football superstar Michael Oher, and how he got to where he is now. This kid from the ghetto's life was transformed when Leigh Anne Tuohy adopted him, and gave him a real sense of family. He was taught to play football, having only his size as his edge among others players. With the love and support his foster family and his team, Michael was able to attain a scholarship with the school that he wanted to play for.



We can learn so many valuable lessons from this movie that we can apply to our own lives:

· VALUE OF SUPPORT
First, we see the value of support. Every person, in order to succeed, needs the support of those around them. The famous quotation, "No man is an island" encapsulates this idea perfectly. Michael needed the love and support of his foster family and his teammates to boost his morale-and we saw how this worked wonders on him.

· DETERMINATION AND PERSEVERANCE
The value of determination and perseverance were also highlighted in this movie. Michael was a shining example of this in the movie during the times when he was just being taught football, and the times when he was trying to do good in his academics. His determination and perseverance kept him from giving up.

· DISCIPLINE

Michael had to endure major adjustments in his lifestyle because of the drastic changes he experienced. His new training routine, for instance, instilled in him discipline that brought out the best in him as an athlete. This applies to all of us when it comes to achieving goals.


All the values I talked about above are all essential in achieving one's goals. For those of us who want to keep fit and healthy, it's not just about the physical training, it is also about conditioning our minds to reach our goal. In Train Like A Boxer, we provide you training that will surely help you achieve your fitness goals, and will also condition and keep your mind in focus. More importantly, I can assure you that you have my 110% support. After all, Train Like A Boxer is more than just a fitness program, it's a lifestyle.


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Boxing for cross- training

Not that Marcin Gortat is similar to Lebron James, but he is definitely a valuable player on the Orlando Magic's bench. In the off- season, he does boxing to improve on his conditioning--- especially his upper body strength and foot speed. What sport do you play? Basketball? Soccer? Football? Tennis? Hockey? The benefits you will get from an intense boxing training program could definitely translate to better performances on your respective sports.

If you are an athlete of any sport, try taking up boxing on your off season. Cross- training for your sport through the TRAINLIKEABOXER program is the way to go. And that starts by going to www.trainlikeaboxer.com and getting the TRAINLIKEABOXER Boxing Training DVD!

Have YOU given up yet?

July 1st signified that we are halfway through the year. Time flies so fast, don't you think? Six months have passed since we welcomed 2010. This is a great time for us to look back and reflect. How was the first part of 2010? Did we stick to our New Year's Resolutions? Did we achieve our goals, or are we still stuck in a rut? Hopefully, you are all looking back at the first half of 2010 with a smile.


If the first half of 2010 has been challenging for you, you need not worry! We still have six more months to go before the year ends. If you haven't been following (or haven't made any at all) your New Year's resolutions, don't fret! It's never too late to set goals! Is one of your goals to live a healthy lifestyle, and have a fit body? Train Like A Boxer can help you achieve that goal in no time! Our intense strength and conditioning workouts are especially designed to fit your goals and needs! Is one of your goals to spend money wisely? Train Like A Boxer guarantees you value for your money! Just read our clients' testimonials in our website, or better yet, contact me for a trial workout to see for yourself today! ;)


In Train Like A Boxer, we believe that everyday is an opportunity for us to improve ourselves. Who says that we can only set goals on January 1 or at mid year? It's never too late to change or start something (even a fitness program or a healthy lifestyle). Remember, giving up is NEVER an option.


Have a great rest of the year, everyone! :)


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Rocky Balboa's mistakes (a follow up)

WHAT ROCKY SHOULD HAVE DONE:

1. Concentrate on speed, speed and more speed! He did some strength work but they focused on too much power. There was no balance.

2. Shadow boxing with 60 pound weights... are you kidding me? He should have shadow boxed with 2 pound weights. It would be better.

3. Boxed some more--- practiced some more to focus on skill. From a long lay off the boxing style movements are the ones that suffer. He should have done more of that.

BUT AT THE END OF THE DAY IT WAS JUST A MOVIE. But I just felt like giving an input for the newbies who think that boxing training is done that way. The answer is a big NO!

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Rocky Balboa's training mistakes

Ok here are his mistakes:

1.He is lifting so heavy. That will make him slow. Oh yes, his coach mentioned that he can't do anything else because he has arthritis or something, but what he is doing actually aggravates whatever he feels.

2.He doesn't have any boxing equipment or any speed work whatsoever. Now, his speed suffers. In boxing, you have to consider factors such as agility, fast-twitch movements, the snap of the punches etc. Rocky didn't take that into account.

3.I know it's just a movie, but he exaggerated all the lifting. Strength work is valuable in this sport. However, you have to do it right. What he is doing is not in the scope of boxing training. Maybe, competitive power- lifting.

Rocky Balboa is still an awesome movie about life. It teaches all of us to never give up no matter what the obstacles are. I think the training scene is still awesome though. When I watched this movie for the first time all I wanted to do was train. The fight scenes are not realistic but... THE MOVIE IS A CLASSIC!

It definitely has the TRAINLIKEABOXER Awesome Guarantee!

committed to your success,
Lawrence Ragos

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