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  • Find Your Tribe, Crush Your Goals: The Power of the Right Gym and Community

    Why Training at the Right Gym with the Right Community is a Game-Changer When it comes to fitness, the environment you train in and the people you train with can make a monumental difference. It's not just about having the best equipment or the most convenient location; it's about the community and the culture. At Southpaw Gym, we understand this, and it's at the heart of what we do. The Impact of Like-Minded Individuals Training with like-minded individuals isn't just a preference; it's a proven pathway to success. A study from the International Journal of Stress Management found that people exercising in a group lowered stress by 26% while improving emotional and physical ....

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  • Introducing Our New 55+ Senior Boxing Program!

    Our Toms River Location is taking a stand against ageism and proudly introducing our brand new 55+ Senior Boxing program. It's time to break the stereotype that age defines our capabilities because, at our gym, we believe age is just a number – a number that doesn't limit your potential. You might be wondering why boxing is such an amazing choice for those aged 55 and above. Well, I have a little story for you... Meet Joe, a lively 62-year-old who tried our Boxing program a few months ago. Joe had always been a fan of boxing, but life got in the way, and he never had the chance to pursue it. That was until he walked ....

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  • Fight Smart, Eat Smarter: The Champion's Diet Plan

    In the world of combat sports, your diet is as crucial as your punch. It's the fuel that powers your training, recovery, and performance. Think of your body as a high-performance engine. What would happen if you filled it with the wrong fuel? Exactly. That's why our approach to nutrition is tailored to meet the unique demands of combat sports. We’re talking lean proteins to rebuild muscles, complex carbs to fuel your energy, and essential fats to keep everything running smoothly. But it's not just about the what; it's about the when. Timing your meals and snacks can make a huge difference in how you perform in the gym and recover afterward. Here's a sneak peek into the kind ....

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  • Get Fit Newsletter October 15, 2021

    3 SUPER FAST fitness dinners Have no time to prepare a healthy dinner after work? You aren’t alone. Most of my clients complain of simply not having enough time at the end of their day to cook a healthy dinner. This I’m-too-busy-to-cook mentality leads to unhealthy dinner choices from restaurants and fast food chains. And like I’ve told you before, you can exercise every day but if you eat too many calories then you won’t achieve the results that you want. Today I have 3 quick dinner solutions for you to use on those busy weeknights when you’re tempted to grab a less-than-healthy dinner from a to-go joint. These dinners are both tasty and fitness friendly, ....

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  • Get Fit Newsletter October 8, 2021

    avoid these foods to lose weight You probably consider yourself to be a healthy person, but do you really have healthy food in your kitchen? You’d be surprised how many fattening foods you’re still buying and eating. Here are 7 foods you should lose from your kitchen immediately… 1. Breakfast Cereal It’s delicious, it’s easy to prepare, and sometimes it even gives you enough energy to get to lunchtime. Unfortunately, breakfast cereal is often jam-packed with extra sugars that will do more to drag you down than build you up for your day. Prefer the flavorless kinds? Then be ready to be hungry soon, as they often don’t provide enough good calories to ....

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  • Get Fit Newsletter - April 17, 2020

    Stay-at-home strategies for your best body You know that diet and exercise are important when it comes to creating your best body, but you may be overlooking other techniques for getting into the best shape. Even while stuck at home! Try out the following 13 simple habits and watch as your body transforms. 1. Eat a Smart Breakfast. Most people load up on carbohydrates and simple sugars for breakfast. Cereal, pastries, smoothies and juice are all poor choices when it comes to starting your day off right. Center your breakfast around protein and healthy fat, and you’ll have energy for hours. Try a protein shake, eggs, lean breakfast meat, or a handful of nuts. 2. Get More ....

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  • Get Fit Newsletter - March 27, 2020

    Oops, You’ve relapsed Is this you? Have you relapsed into your old unhealthy habits? The sad truth is that nearly everyone who started off 2020 with strong fitness goals has by now given up. I sincerely hope that this is not you. This is the cycle that happens when you relapse into your old unhealthy habits, and here’s how to pick yourself back up: 1) First You Fall Your fall off the wagon could take place in a single moment, or it could be the result of a drawn out process. You may fall out of exercise slowly as a result of health problems or other various life issues that spring up and monopolize your time. Illness, vacation, holidays, changes at work or any other ....

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  • Get Fit Newsletter - March 20, 2020

    Want a better body? Here’s 5 easy habits Since you’re reading my emails, I know that you’re a health-conscious, fitness-minded person in quest of your best body ever. You likely exercise regularly. You watch what you eat. You keep up-to-date on the latest health concerns. You don’t binge on sugar. You never eat fast food. Well, almost never. But you do have a few unhealthy skeletons in your closet – ones that you probably aren’t even aware of. Here are 5 easy habits to cranking up your fitness results.. 1. Get More Sleep
    In Gallup Poll surveys, 56% of the adult population reported that drowsiness is a problem in the daytime. That means that more ....

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  • Get Fit Newsletter - March 13, 2020

    Want to be more flexible? Ready to get started building a more flexible you? Here’s how… 1) Use a Foam Roller For many years, it was common practice to stretch before working out. In recent years, folks have ditched that advice for something better: lightly performing whatever you plan to do. Going to run? Walk and then jog before getting into a run. For those who want to take their routines to the stretchy limit, it’s time to use a foam roller. With a foam roller, you work to gently stretch your muscles before working them out, and better yet, you stretch them out safely. Essentially a massage for your muscles, foam rolling helps your muscles relax and stretch. ....

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Our Toms River Location is taking a stand against ageism and proudly introducing our brand new 55+ Senior Boxing program!