Staring at my computer screen wondering if this was a good idea, I was booking myself in for Bitch Boxing at GYMBOX. EEeeeK! This class is for ladies only... all my independent women, this one is definitely for you ;)! All booked in I got ready for my class a little nervous and excited at the same time. This was going to be my first ever boxing class in the ring. Each GYMBOX has a full size boxing ring which many classes and one on one sessions take place. I have to say stepping into the ring made this all the more exciting whist strapping my gloves on.
We started with a little cardio warm up, and then got straight to it. Partnered up we practiced a simple Jab, Cross combination, and once I finally discovered my left from my right we moved on to adding in a Hook. Lisa's classes are great because she actually teaches you technique and also how to use your feet along with body positioning. There is a lot to take in but this class is a full hour and you also get the chance to have some one on one interaction with Lisa who will push you to hit your full potential.
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SYA
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| Heyyyy! Quick #Selfie before class as I knew I would look slightly different after ;) |
We started with a little cardio warm up, and then got straight to it. Partnered up we practiced a simple Jab, Cross combination, and once I finally discovered my left from my right we moved on to adding in a Hook. Lisa's classes are great because she actually teaches you technique and also how to use your feet along with body positioning. There is a lot to take in but this class is a full hour and you also get the chance to have some one on one interaction with Lisa who will push you to hit your full potential.
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| The lovely Hayley Nolan and I. Think she had a slight height advantage if I'm honest! |
Now we had that combo going nicely it was time to go over a few defence moves and we was shown how to swiftly dodge a punch by slipping. Slipping is a skilful defensive boxing technique. Good slipping technique allows you to avoid punches AND come back with a good counter-punch. This is a small full body movement that you can really feel working if repeated a few times. I was really surprised how much cardio is in boxing as well as strength training.
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| And here's proof Lisa works you hard and you really do get a good burn on in this class! |
Once we had the slipping down we threw that into the combo. So we now had the combo Jab, Cross, Jab, Slip, Hook. This is when I realised there is a lot more to this sport than I thought. Its mentally challenging too. even though I knew the combination that was coming my way, I didn't know when it was coming. Hayley, my partner for most of the class was cracking me up with her timing and made me work hard with my slipping. I'm used to weight training on my own so having a partner to train with was new to me, but I really enjoyed it as it kept me on my toes.
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| Miss Nolan taking a cheeky snap of me resting on the ropes to catch my breath! |
Bitch Boxing is an amazing class and I will 100% make this one a regular in my diary as it is great for a full body workout, you are constantly learning new skills, working with a partner makes it challenging, it can help build your confidence in the ring if you decide to do a mixed class or MMA class and also I love the buzz it gives you. Adrenaline junkies this ones for you ;) If it's rapid tone and fat loss you're after then boxing is something you should definitely think about getting involved in.
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| Lisa in centre with the girls at GYMBOX Farringdon |
Huge Thank You to Lisa Moore Bitch Boxing Instructor who is without doubt #MyGymspiration, and if you would like to book in for a class check out www.Gymbox.com
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| Lisa Moore, Our Bitch Boxing instructor. Follow her on twitter and instagram @LMooreFitness |
Wednesday 18:00 Bank
Thursday 18:30 Farringdon
Sunday 11:00 Westfield
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Smiles and Jabs ;)
Smiles and Jabs ;)
SYA
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Can we have it back in Holborn?
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