LA Boxing on CBS show Person of Interest
January 20th, 2012 by LA Boxing
When we’re not sparring in the ring, you can find us on network television. LA Boxing Astoria made it’s debut on TV with a brief cameo in the CBS show Person of Interest!
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New LA Boxing Apparel
December 15th, 2011 by LA Boxing
What a year it has been for us! After opening 10 new LA Boxing locations, we are proud to announce the new line of LA Boxing apparel! You know you’re kind of a big deal when you have a fashion show for your gym clothing line.
For more info on how you can rep your favorite gym visit your local LA Boxing or go to www.laboxingstore.com.
Are Multivitamins Good for us?
December 2nd, 2011 by LA Boxing
The effectiveness and safety of multivitamins have come into question on many occasions – so how do we know if they are good for us?
Over the past few years, consumer health organizations have done many studies on multivitamin labels and containments. In a test of 21 vitamins by ConsumerLab.com, just 10 met the stated claims on their labels or satisfied other quality standards.
Avoid the vitamins singled out by ConsumerLab.com, and stick with mainstream names such as Centrum Silver and One-A-Day Women’s, which were found to be free of impurities and accurately labeled. Also, check vitamin bottles for the United States Pharmacopoeia (USP), NSF International (NSF), or ConsumerLab.com (CL) seals. The USP and NSF are nonprofit groups that verify whether companies offer contamination-free products and use good manufacturing practices.
Vitamins are vital nutrients your body needs to function properly and help supplement your diet. If your diet is rich in fruit, vegetables, fiber and lean protein, you may not need to take a multivitamin and would be better off supplementing only the vitamins you don’t get through your diet such as vitamin D or anti inflammatory like fish oil pills.
Keep in mind – taking a multivitamin every day does not give you a “free pass” to eat a poor diet filled with processed, junk foods. And as always, it’s important to balance your diet with regular exercise. To get in the best shape of your life – try the LA Boxing workout and click here to find the gym nearest to you.
5 Tips For NOT Gaining Weight During the Holidays
November 15th, 2011 by LA Boxing
The holiday season doesn’t represent one day of overeating. It’s the period that begins around Thanksgiving and extends through the new year where there’s more alcohol, snacks, finger foods and appetizers, which are typically very high in calories.
A big part of enjoying the holidays is bonding with friends, family, coworkers, etc. around a table of food –eating, drinking and being merry. For this reason, the social aspect and family traditions can make it very difficult to avoid overindulging. If you want to still have fun and eat what you want, without paying the price of gaining weight and feeling uncomfortable – follow these 5 tips:
- Eat what you want, just eat less of it. At parties, grab a small plate and arrange a few selections of your favorite things on the plate. Eat slowly, enjoy, and then get rid of the empty plate and grab yourself a beverage to cleanse your palette. The plate helps you see how much you are eating as opposed to grazing all evening.
- Drink a lot of water. Not only does drinking water help prevent hangovers, it also makes you feel fuller and lessens food cravings. Try alternating one alcoholic drink with one glass of water.
- Eat to fuel your body, and workout to stay healthy – don’t workout to eat. Many people think they need to exercise an extra 20 minutes because they ate a slice of pie, but by connecting food with exercise, you will miss the whole point. Food is fuel. Exercise keeps you fit and strong. A good workout routine is even more crucial during the holidays by helping you sleep, aiding digestion and reducing stress. Commit to exercise now – you will benefit from feeling and looking great while most people wait until January.
- Divert your attention. Holiday celebrating goes beyond just food. Focus on enjoying the people in the room and having great conversations and dancing.
- Start today. Be firm with yourself and don’t make excuses. There are many things in life we can’t control, but you do have the power to get in shape. Start today.
The LA Boxing Workout is an ultra calorie burning, complete workout experience that incorporates cardio, strength training, toning and techniques that mimic real fighting. Group classes are taught by professional fighters and can burn 800-1,000 calories in one hour.
LA Boxing Sells Ten New Franchise Territories, Expands Into New Markets
November 2nd, 2011 by LA Boxing
Despite Tough Economy, LA Boxing Continues to Grow as More People Demand Engaging Fitness Routines
SANTA ANA, Calif. November 1, 2011– LA Boxing Franchise Corporation announced today it has awarded ten new U.S. territories, giving fitness enthusiasts who prefer a demanding workout of strength, cardio and mental training a lot more locations from which to choose.
The company is adding a Birmingham facility – the first LA Boxing in Alabama. The other new locations are in Long Beach, West Hollywood, Fullerton and Tustin, CA; Miami, FL; Baton Rouge and Lafayette, LA; El Paso, TX; Leesburg, VA; and Silver Spring, MD. All of these facilities will be open and operating in 2011 and 2012.
Combating the trend of economic uncertainty, LA Boxing has shown sustained growth into new markets over the past 10 years. With nearly 130 sold territories in the U.S. and Puerto Rico and over 66 locations operating nationwide, the company is America’s largest boxing, kickboxing and mixed martial arts fitness franchise.
“LA Boxing continues to open new locations despite the economy because we have a proven, turn-key business model,” Philip Jacobs, LA Boxing’s director of franchise development, said. “We attract very smart, well-capitalized investors who have a passion for fitness and success.”
The fitness industry is seeing a rise in niche gyms as demand grows for more personalized and engaging workout routines, according to industry reports. The LA Boxing workout model focuses on group mixed martial arts-styled workouts guided by skilled instructors, most with professional fighting experience. Workouts combine stretching, cardio endurance, strength, agility and stress management to achieve results unlike any other group fitness class.
Cristy Welker, owner of the new LA Boxing territory in Birmingham, is a firm believer in the company’s fitness model and philosophy.
“I am a nurse, so I wanted a business that focused on health and fitness” Welker said. “After extensive research, I found LA Boxing. It is a great concept which I can believe in. Also I found that the members love the energy and dynamic of a group workout. The concept is far more interesting than weight lifting and cardio machines.”
Franchises are currently available. For more information, please contact Philip Jacobs at 714-668-0911.
About LA Boxing:
LA Boxing® is the world’s largest boxing, kickboxing and mixed martial arts fitness franchise. It has more than 66 locations nationwide and is recognized by the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association as one of the fastest growing fitness chains in the country. The LA Boxing Workout™, which burns 800-1,000 calories per hour, is taught by professionally trained boxers, kickboxers and mixed martial arts fighters.
Exclusive Master Toddy Seminar – Tysons Corner
October 21st, 2011 by LA Boxing
LA Boxing is honored to host legendary Muay Thai trainer Master Toddy at Tysons Corner LA Boxing on Saturday, November 12, 2011. Come join us from 10AM – 5PM to learn from the man who has trained Randy Couture, Tito Ortiz, Gina Carano, Bob Sapp and over 40 other world champion fighters.
First getting his start in Muay Thai at the early age of 5, he has trained under Grand Master Ajarn Seri Ramaruud, Grand Master Ajarn Sanong Rakwanid, and Grand Master Ajarn Pansak Ratanaprasit. Being a trainer and coach in Thailand, Master Toddy had the opportunity to train in both Muay Thai and Taekwondo at the same school. Not only was he exposed to these martial arts, he was also able to learn from champions of other styles who were housed in the same school. At a very early age he had the opportunity to teach along side his Master where he learned to adapt his training style to various students’ capabilities and strengths.
Be sure to pre-register for the event as spaces will fill up! Enjoy a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn from the master himself.
Read more about Master Toddy – http://www.mastertoddy.com/
FITLOSOPHY AND LA BOXING TEAM UP TO KNOCKOUT BREAST CANCER
September 29th, 2011 by LA Boxing
FITLOSOPHY AND LA BOXING TEAM UP TO KNOCKOUT BREAST CANCER
COSTA MESA,Calif. — September 27, 2011 – fitlosophy, inc. creator of the fitness + nutrition journal and goal setting system, fitbook TM, has teamed up with LA Boxing in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month with a special campaign to knockout cancer called boxing4boobs. The mission of boxing4boobs is to create awareness about breast cancer prevention, raise funds for breast cancer charities, and provide opportunities for men and women to try the healthy-living solutions offered by fitlosophy and LA Boxing.
Beginning October 1, 2011 a limited edition fitbook PINKTM will be available at LA Boxing locations across the country and online at www.getfitbook.com. fitbook PINK will contain all of the benefits of the original fitbook, only it will feature pink binding and display a pink breast cancer ribbon on its cover to support breast cancer research and awareness programs. fitbook is a unique 12-week planning system that provides the framework to set goals, record workouts and log food intake on a daily basis. LA Boxing will be giving back to the community in honor of breast cancer awareness month by offering free kickboxing classes all day October 8, 2011 at gyms nationwide and donating a portion of proceeds during the month of October.
fitbook will be available for purchase throughout October and for every fitbook PINK sold, $4 will be donated to breast cancer charities. Half of all contributions will be given to the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade whose beneficiaries range from leading cancer research and clinical centers to community-based, non-profit breast health education programs. The additional funds raised from each fitbook PINK will be donated to MyLifeLine.org, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the needs of cancer patients and their families and friends to foster connection, inspiration, and healing.
In addition, fitlosophy will also be offering pink tank tops printed with the company’s mantra: “live life fit” throughout the boxing4boobs Campaign. Tank tops will be available for purchase at www.getfitbook.com and $2 for every shirt sold will be donated to the designated breast cancer related charities.
“fitlosophy is tickled PINK to join forces with LA Boxing this year to give breast cancer a healthy punch through the boxing4boobs campaign,” said Angela Manzanares, chief fitlosopher of fitlosophy, inc. “Through our fun-spirited boxing4boobs campaign we hope to inspire women and men of all ages to integrate fitness into their lifestyle and positively impact the means in which they approach their health.”
boxing4boobs is spearheaded by Manzanares and LA Boxing Director of Marketing, Keith Williams. Manzanares and Williams will be on site at the LA Boxing Costa Mesa location engaging with the public at the 9:30am kickboxing class and sharing their message to be proactive about early detection, lessen their personal risks, and to live life fit.
About fitlosophy, inc.
Based in Orange County, California, fitlosophy, inc. is the creator of fitbookTM, a revolutionary line of fitness journals that have transformed the way people reach their fitness goals. fitlosophy’s mission is to inspire people to live a healthy, active lifestyle by motivating and supporting them with innovative products, to redefine how people integrate fitness into their lifestyle. The company’s founder, Angela Manzanares, embraces a fit life and has a passion for positively influencing the lives of others. The fitlosophy mantra: live life fit. Learn more about fitlosophy online at http://www.getfitbook.com.
To learn more about fitbook or the Boxing 4 Boobs campaign please contact:
Golie Alemi, PR for fitlosophy, inc., PR@getfitbook.com, (949) 735-2445
Angela Manzanares, founder fitlosophy, inc. Angela@getfitbook.com
LA Boxing Bethesda Continues to Host Top Professional Boxers
September 22nd, 2011 by LA Boxing
Bethesda, MD, September 21, 2011 – Washington DC-based LA Boxing continues to play host to world-renowned professional boxers with top-ranked heavyweight Tony “The Tiger” Thompson as he prepares for his October 28, 2011 IBF Heavyweight Championship Elimination Bout versus Eddie Chambers. The elimination bout will be broadcasted as a featured “special event” on Showtime’s ShoBox Television Series. Thompson will be training at the newest LA Boxing location in Bethesda, MD.
“We have seen a tremendous amount of excitement and demand for our gyms in the DMV area and equal excitement amongst our members and the public for hosting world-class fighters,” said Brian Sreniawski, company partner for LA Boxing. “Having a stand out, top-ranked athlete like Tony Thompson training at LA Boxing Bethesda is a great boost to our gym and our member morale,” he said.
LA Boxing, a membership physical fitness company consisting of unique boxing, kickboxing and MMA training regimens, has trained world champions and numerous professional fighters. The vast majority of our members are women and men who are interested in The LA Boxing Workout™ a cardio workout that burn 800 to 1000 calroies per one-hour class. Everyday folks enjoy the benefits of our fitness-training program right beside future heavyweight champs.
About Tony “The Tiger” Thompson: Currently on a 25 fight win streak, the 6’5″ Thompson is coming off of huge victories over top heavyweight contenders, including victories against Owen Beck, Paul Marinaccio and against Maurice Harris in an IBF Heavyweight Title Eliminator on May 26. He is now set to fight Eddie Chambers, currently number one in the IBF ranking.
Press Release: LA Boxing Hires World Champion Mixed Martial Arts Fighter, “Razor” Rob McCullough
September 6th, 2011 by LA Boxing
LA Boxing is pleased to announce the addition of world champion mixed martial arts fighter “Razor” Rob McCullough as the new director of instructor training. McCullough will be sourcing, training and certifying professional fighters across the nation to teach the benefits of The LA Boxing Workout™ – the gym’s signature cardio boxing, kickboxing and MMA workouts. He will be based out of the Santa Ana, California corporate office and will work directly with the vast network of LA Boxing franchise owners, general managers and trainers across the country.
Knowing what it takes to be the best, McCullough said, “I’m ready to make a difference at LA Boxing. I’d like to bring a new level of training, techniques and fun to the workouts that LA Boxing developed over the years.”
McCullough is no stranger to LA Boxing or its intense workouts. “Rob’s journey with LA Boxing has come full circle,” said Anthony Geisler, president of LA Boxing Franchise Corporation. “Long before his first fight in the ring and cage, Rob started as a member at our original gym in Costa Mesa back in 1995.” He said.
McCullough was only 17 years old at the time he joined the club. Sean McCully taught his first class and immediately noticed something special about Rob. Quickly, he transitioned into a trainer, teaching LA Boxing’s signature workouts to everyday folks. By age 19, he was ready for his first professional fight. Skill, tenacity, respect and victory soon earned McCullough shots at televised fights, career changing opportunities and world-class opponents. His professional record is impressive with 19 wins and seven losses. He holds titles in International Muay Thai Council (IMTC), World Extreme Cage Fighting (WEC) and in numerous other international fight organizations. More recently, McCullough starred as an assistant coach on season 11 and 14 of the popular reality MMA television show, “The Ultimate Fighter.”
LA Boxing is the world’s largest franchisor of boxing, kickboxing and mixed martial arts gyms. Gym members of both sexes – from pre-teens to senior citizens – experience unique methods of getting and staying in shape. Integrating mixed martial arts and various related physical activities and exercises, the trademark LA Boxing Workout is a one-hour, heart–thumping, calorie-burning workout that relieves stress, burns up to 1000 calories and builds self-confidence. Members also can benefit from personal training sessions as well as the latest cardio and strength equipment and LA Boxing fashion apparel.
For additional information or interview opportunities with Anthony Geisler or Rob McCullough, please contact Keith Williams at 714-668-0911 or email keith@laboxing.com.
Calling Baton Rouge
August 10th, 2011 by LA Boxing
LA Boxing Baton Rouge Instructor, Andrew Sall, and member, Ashley, demonstrate fundamental mixed martial arts techniques often used throughout basic classes. Sall utilizes a 1, 2, 3, 2 combo with slips and a duck. He finishes the series with sprawl drills and a jab/cross burnout.
