News :
x-Boxer Teaches Fitness With A Punch
FORT WORTH, Texas -- Paulie Ayala retired from the professional
boxing ring one year ago this month after a 12-year career. Now, he
runs a gym in Fort Worth where his clients learn to get fit by throwing
punches.
His clients get a workout from hitting the speed bag, working
on toning up their bodies through exercises, and going a round or two
with Ayala during a simulated boxing match. They also get to work out
tensions and frustrations during the process.
"You're hitting those mitts, and it's fun, just fun," Andrea
Rotman said. "I love it."
An
environment in which genuine boxers train might seem intimidating to
the average person. Clients like Rotman, however, can get in a zone
and work their bodies to a new state of fitness.
"It's really leaned my upper body," Rotman said.
"It's great cardiovascular."
Ayala said he doesn't particularly enjoy taking a punch.
Periodically, though, he'll step into the ring and give his clients
a chance to work on their mental states in addition to their bodies.
"You get to hit some stuff, and every once in a while, I'll put
on a vest," Ayala said. "I still don't like getting hit, but
I'll let them hit the vest and get some frustration out."
Ayala preaches consistency and dedication to his clients.
Without those traits, even the best fitness program could fall short.
"If you're not consistent with anything -- conditioning,
boxing -- it will remain at the same level," he said.
Students such as Rotman have learned to go the entire 12
rounds.
"It's wonderful," she said. "So invigorating."
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