Fit and healthy
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Benefits of Stretching 10 Minutes a Day for Athletes
Every athlete, at some point, has questioned the importance of stretching or complained about how boring it can be. But what if I told you that just 5–10 minutes of daily stretching could improve your athletic performance? Within a few days, you’ll feel less sore. After a few weeks of consistent stretching, you may notice…
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Embracing the Hard in Boxing Training and in Life
Lean into the Hard Things – Embrace it Like life, boxing training is hard! Nothing worth having comes easy, and stepping into the ring—whether in training or competition—demands resilience, discipline, and grit. Life doesn’t offer shortcuts, and neither does training like a fighter. However, the mental toughness developed through boxing doesn’t just stay in the…
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The Power of Proper Prioritization: Turn Goals into Achievements
Feeling motivated to crush your goals? Checking all your boxes to make sure life doesn’t get in the way? There’s no guarantee that you’ll be safe from distraction and loss of motivation but there’s certainly a way to set yourself up for the best outcome of your goals. It’s easy to push goals aside when…
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Top Foods and Remedies to Prevent Muscle Cramps and Spasms
Understanding Muscle Spasms and Cramps Muscle spasms, also known as muscle cramps, are involuntary contractions that can cause sudden pain and discomfort. For athletes, these spasms can be particularly frustrating, affecting performance and recovery. They often stem from: Muscle fatigue – Overuse or prolonged activity can lead to cramping. Dehydration – Inadequate fluid intake can…
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Sleep, Nutrition and performance- Youth development essentials
The Importance of Nutrition, Sleep, and Athletic Development for Young Athletes For young athletes, balancing training, school, and personal life can be challenging, but proper nutrition, quality sleep, and focused athletic development are key factors that significantly impact performance and long-term success. The human body has a short window to grow to its full potential,…
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Creatine Supplementation: Benefits and Guidelines for Athletes
Common Questions About Creatine Athletes frequently ask: When should I take creatine? How early is too early to start supplementing? How much creatine should I take? This guide will help answer these questions and provide insights into the benefits, potential side effects, and best practices for creatine supplementation. What is Creatine? Creatine is a naturally…
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Leaning Into Discomfort: TA Boxing’s Men’s Boxing Group
TA Boxing’s Men’s Boxing Group on Meetup Life gets uncomfortable—especially for men. Just like in boxing, you’re going to take hits. But when challenges come, how do you respond? Do you run? Do you fold under pressure? Or do you stand your ground and fight back? At TA Boxing, we help men tap into their inner…
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How to Relieve Muscle Soreness Fast: Tips for Athletes
Why do Muscles Get Sore After Working Out? Muscle soreness after exercise is a common experience, especially after intense or unfamiliar workouts. This soreness, known as Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS), occurs due to microscopic tears in muscle fibers caused by physical exertion. Additionally, overuse of muscles that haven’t been engaged in a while can…
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Are You Working Out or Training? How to Maximize Your Gains
When it comes to fitness, there’s a significant distinction between training and simply working out. Understanding this difference can transform your approach to exercise and lead to better results. Working Out: Putting Exercises Together Are you doing exercises because you saw them on social media, or do you have a deeper understanding of why you’re…
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Women’s Group Training Session at TA Boxing: Galentine’s Edition
Boxing Babes Galentine’s Celebration Looking for an empowering and heart-pumping way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? TA Boxing has you covered! Whether you’re a beginner or a fitness enthusiast, this event is set to make you move, sweat and celebrate yourself and your fellow gals. Don’t miss our first Boxing Babes Galentine’s group session—a perfect mix…
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Pick All Planes: Enhance Your Training with Multidirectional Exercises
Take a second to think about fitness. Two things that commonly come to mind are strength and endurance, but how often do you consider the directions and mechanics in which your body moves? Life isn’t just forward to backward; there’s bending, twisting, reaching, and shifting. If your workouts don’t challenge your body in these multiple…
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The Ultimate Pregame Routine: 3 Tips to Perform Your Best
What are you doing to prepare before a game? Whether it’s a pregame ritual, a favorite playlist, or a go-to meal, your preparation plays a key role in your performance. Here are three essential tips to help you elevate your pregame routine and maximize your game-day readiness. 1. Proper Hydration Hydration is a game-changer, especially…
