Why the cool-down period?

At Golden Gloves Fitness, we have procedures and policies that we carry out to make sure everyone’s workout feels complete. When you first walk in that door, we have you begin with a warm up by stretching and doing abdominal work and only then we have you training or proceeding to your more intense workout.  As a rule, you cannot start putting a lot of pressure onto your muscles without breaking that first sweat because it works as a lubricant for your muscles and bones and as a signal for your body to get ready for some serious intense training.

Once you are done with your training, you cannot terminate your exercising just yet. Not so fast! You must have a cool-down period before exiting that door. But, what is a cool-down period? And when should it happen? A cool down period are light exercises that do not include weights and are meant to calm you down, great cool-down practices are the following:

•    Skipping rope or a light jog (no more than 15 mins or 2 laps)
•    Abdominal work such as press or stomach squeezing
•    Stretching, including squats
•    Medicine ball exercises (make sure you take it lightly)

And other exercises that you deem acceptable as light, including light bags. If you are not sure which exercises are classified as cool-down, please feel free to ask our coach Alex or come by and workout

A final point we would like to mention is that always try have a fun atmosphere like we do here at our gym. It makes it more doable for you to achieve the fitness goals that your are always striving for. At Golden Gloves Fitness, we play music, change up exercises and over all have fun while we workout. So come by our fitness gym today to see how YOU can feel better.
At Golden Gloves Fitness we are always looking forward to be training YOU, our #1 champion.

at our gym in Vaughan and he will instruct you how to properly begin and wind down in your sessions. If you do not cool down properly or finish at heavy exercises such heavy bags or weights, you might experience irritation of muscles, bone cracking, and stiffness of the areas of the body that you worked out. 

It's never too late...

A lot of people think that they must compete if they want to box. That is not true, you can box Golden Gloves Fitness, we go at your pace and slowly push your body above & beyond. We understand that working out can be challenging that is why our head coach, Alex, is here to switch things up to keep your exercises interesting. At fitness gym in Vaughan, there is never a dull moment and always a positive atmosphere. You don't have to be competing just to exercise.

You can use your strength that you attain from boxing & fitness in many situations that you may encounter in life, physically and mentally. Listen to what your body has to say. Ask your body this: "body, where do you need to be worked on today?" And then concentrate on it and you will feel which muscles need to be developed and which bones need to be moved. As stated before in the previous post, it's all about: once you break that first sweat...

Once you break that sweat your muscles and bones become lubricated and it becomes easier for you to workout. You feel better and an hour just flies by. Generally speaking it is not recommended that you work out more then an hour and a half per day, unless your the next Jon Jones who takes a few hour breaks in his workouts and returns back to training. But, what other benefits are there when it comes to boxing & training? Well...that is a good question and they are (but not limited to):

• Weight control/ loss 
• Health realization & motivation to improve your help
• Getting rid of unwanted substances in your body
• Increasing positive thinking due to endorphin release
• Improving bone & muscle density
   

The last point is very important for those who wont to raise their weight. The impact that you receive back when punching the bag actually makes your bones and muscles denser due to resistance. If you are interested in more info about boxing & fitness or if you would like to get in touch with us, check us out www.goldenglovesfitness.com  or give us a call at 416-569-9381. We're always looking forward to be hearing from you and explaining to you how we can coach you boxing & fitness today.

Ideal Protein @ Golden Gloves Fitness

At Golden Gloves Fitness we emphasize on health and wellness. That is why we opened an Ideal Protein clinic on the 2nd floor. But, what is Ideal Protein? It is specialty foods that vary from bars, rice crispies, to chips and all the way to noodles, omelets and soups. These products are a great source for controlling, loosing and/or stabilizing your weight. We take pride in helping anybody who wants to improve their help. This is how our clinic looks like:

Simply let us know which ones are your favorite and we will store them for you. We have been helping countless individuals just like you with weigh-loss and control. We want you to feel better and Ideal Protein is the healthiest way to go. So, where are we located? We are just north of Toronto, in Vaughan, Jane & Hwy 7 is our largest intersection. Once you are here, you will feel welcome and you will be able to choose from our different protein products.

A lot of our Ideal Protein customers are health oriented and love fitness, that is why after purchasing they go for some exercising downstairs and afterwards, they help themselves to a delicious dish of IP. The program is very effective and you will see results right away! That is why we urge you to contact us today, give us a call or come by and check out our weight-loss clinic in Vaughan. We are open from Monday to Friday, 7 am to 9 pm & on Sundays, 8 am to 2 pm.

Please click here for more information about our clinic.

But, why should I choose Ideal Protein as my weight-loss method? You should choose IP because you want to:

• See fast results in your weight and physique
• Enjoy good tasting supplements and/or food while getting things done
• Follow a proven program with a great track record 
• Choose from a wide options of food that is suitable for you

At Golden Gloves Fitness, we are always looking forward to be improving your health & wellness.

When you have too much energy...

Feeling too excited? Or sometimes like you have too much energy & don't know what to do with it? At Golden Gloves Fitness, we have a solution for that: come and let it all out at our gym! We do boxing and fitness exercises that will have you really moving! And this leads to our next point: if you want to have a good night sleep then there is no better way than exercising or a playing a sport.

Even if you are already tired, boxing & fitness re-energizes you and makes you feel refreshed. It is a great source to keep busy and focus on your life altogether. According to our Martial Arts instructor Terry: "exercising allows you to have a better circulation" which leads to "better choices". Now that we are in the back to school time of the year, we embrace the new school year with courage and pride. Our fitness facility in Vaughan is here for anybody who wishes to enhance their overall health and to individuals of all ages.

We have also been working on our video throughout the summer and we finally have it out for the back to school season:

 

As you may observe we are very excited to be training boxing & fitness for the Fall season. We hoped you enjoyed the video and please stayed tuned for more to come. 

At Golden Gloves Fitness, we are always looking forward to be hearing from you!

When you break that first sweat

One of the best methods to change your mind and the way you are feeling is by breaking a sweat. Once you feel warmed up, you already start feeling better. It is better to keep on exercising constantly so that working out feels less like a chore. When you first break that sweat, it lubricates your muscles so that you can continue your workouts in the future. Indeed, boxing & fitness is for everybody and  our gym, located in Vaughan, is meant for anybody who wants to feel and look better.

Once you break that first sweat at Golden Gloves Fitness, you will feel much better and you will want to take on new challenges as you progress. At our gym, we train you how to be quick and at the same

time effective when training. Our head coach, Alex, is here to monitor your performance while you progress in your exercises. We will have your whole body moving each and every class! We train like we are going to compete because we want to see results. Please note, however, we always customize our classes based on your level and requests, you don't have to compete if you want to box!

Warming up, properly stretching and cardio is only the beginning of the workouts at our gym in Vaughan. We then progress to heavier exercises such as: weights, bags, and sparring. Our coach, Alex, will have you do rounds on the focus pads for the first few times you come to the gym before you feel confident enough to spar. At anytime, please do not hesitate to inquire about our fitness programs, we are more than happy to explain to you our training schedule.

It is all about going back to that moment when you first finish your workout; that you haven't had in a long time. That feeling of accomplishment, the feeling of being refreshed, like you are almost new. That is what we are about at our sports gym, we are about changing lives. This is also why we always keep a fun & happy atmosphere for all to enjoy. If you have any questions or if you would like to get in touch with us please do not hesitate to visit our website (click here) for the contact us page.

At Golden Gloves Fitness, we are always looking forward to be instructing your workouts.

Working out & at the same time having fun doing it

At Golden Gloves Fitness, we maintain a fun atmosphere for all to enjoy. We don't want your workouts to feel like a drag, that is why we keep a lively setting that is full of fun and activities. At

our gym everybody is welcome to come in and improve their health and have a good time while doing it. We maintain a small to personal class size so that you can get comfortable and so that it is easier for your to get into the shape that you are always looking for!

But, let's put all the fun aside and focus on your boxing. At our gym, doing your training properly is paramount and we do what ever it takes to make sure that you punch properly, have a good stance/balance and that your overall workout is carried out correctly. We make sure that you are fast with your hands and feet and that you learn something new each and every time you come to our gym in Vaughan. We are always looking forward to it.

It is very important that you do your training sessions properly so that you can fully benefit from the effort. For example, always make sure that the index side of your fist lands on the bag first so that you do not hurt your fingers while punching & many other technique our head coach, Alex, would like to share with you. If you would like to box, do not hesitate to come by our gym, we coach anybody. You don't have to have the aims to compete, at Golden Gloves Fitness we are always here for you!

We’re being fit at Golden Gloves Fitness

But, how are we being fit? And what does fitness mean to us?

At our gym, we take fitness and boxing very seriously. Our coach Alex always examines your stance and how you punch and corrects you as you go along. Only doing exercises properly will allow you to reap from the benefits. Boxing and fitness literally transforms you to a better physical and mental you. It allows you to reflect on yourself and ask: what can I be doing better? And this is when you ask our coach Alex and he will be more than glad to instruct you what to do next.

Aside from a good posture, we teach you how to be fast with your hands and how to be well-balanced on your feet. A good balance is vital for your boxing success in addition to calculating your space

between you and your opponent or the bag. At Golden Gloves Fitness, the bag is at first your opponent and then we pair you up with a partner to practice movements, techniques and to see how it is like to be sparring with another person.

When you are boxing, you enter the ‘zone’. A state that allows you to forget about everything: bad thoughts, a queasy stomach or even that tired-dragging feeling. Why is that? Well, it is because your body cleanses itself from all that unwanted substances and allows new energy to enter. Isn’t it great? So why don’t you come out and give boxing a try, it is for everyone, for all ages. And, yes, we’re open to anybody who wishes to improve their health and mental wellness.

At Golden Gloves Fitness, we are always looking forward to be seeing and training YOU!

Boxing motivation in Vaughan

A lot of people ask this question: why should I box? I don't want to compete. At Golden Gloves Fitness, the answer to this question is: you don't have to compete to box! Boxing is a great source for fitness and motivation. Feeling a bit gray? Well, come by our gym in Vaughan and lively up! At our club, we always keep a fun atmosphere that is meant for everybody! Anybody can box and so can you. It is as simple as that.

At our gym we make it easier for you to train or workout. We will teach you how to be fast with your hands and at the same time be defensive. We have a program for individuals of all levels, so give us a call at 416-569-9831 or email us at goldenglovesfitness@gmail to find out how we can customize your workouts based on your preferences. After your workout you will feel more energetic and motivated to take on next challenges.

Speaking about challenges, we have a new boxing trainer at our gym Andre who is very motivated to

Boxing trainer Andre

train you boxing and share his experiences as a boxer and as a coach. There is no telling how far you can go when there is Andre around, so come by and check us out, we're located at Jane & Highway 7. So, we should be asking the question: who can box? And the answer should always be: anybody!

Just as a recap our workouts look like this:

• warm up with stetching and/or cardio
• light boxing exercises (light weights/ bags)
• focus pads/ more boxing practices
• heavy bags/weights
• cool-off period with cardio or abdominal work.

At Golden Gloves Fitness, we are always looking forward to be fulfilling your requests - all the best.

Training for Competitions

A lot of people and gym enthusiasts ask us this: do we train for competitions? And the answer is: YES!

Our fighter Agustino (white/green trunks)

We understand the process very well and at Golden Gloves Fitness we take it very seriously if you tell us that you want to compete. Our main coach Alex, has all the information about how to sign you up and follow through you with you towards yours path to competitive boxing. He will help you be fast with your hands, feet and overall agility. Give us a call today at 416-569-9381 to inquire about how we can prepare you for all the best you can be in the boxing world.

Do we have a boxer that is currently competing? The answer is: YES! Our fighter, Agustino just fought his 1st match at the Danforth Music Hall in Toronto and what a performance did he display! His next fight is in September and we wish him all the best. We also want to spread our boxing knowledge with other fighters just like you, so that you can reap the benefits that Golden Gloves Fitness has to offer. We're located in Vaughan at Jane & Highway 7. Our 1# goal is to make it easier for you to be in your best performance.

Ok, how do you guys train at your gym?

We place emphasis on speed, technique and defense. Our head coach Alex, always like to tip that you have to keep your distance from your opponent. We want you to be fast with your hands. Indeed, it is really hard not to get distracted but Alex helps you to stay focused and remain sustainable throughout sparring or an actual match. We also do a lot of cardio and abdominal work to build you that core that you need for competitions. Additionally, we train for all weight classes, levels, ages and orientations. So please do not hesitate to contact us to find out how we can train you or if you have any questions. We are always here for YOU.

At Golden Gloves Fitness there are no contract, sign-up or membership fees, for us it is all about you being fit. And, if you would like to take it further, we can definitely show you how to compete or train you as if you are going to compete. We have been training people from all sorts of backgrounds since 2006 in the Vaughan- Woodbridge area and we are here to share our knowledge with you. At all times we maintain a positive and fun atmosphere for all to benefit from. We are looking forward to be hearing from and to be training you boxing and fitness. All the best from our team!

Sports, weight & diet control

Did you know that sports allow you to control your diet, hunger, and weight? But, how? This article will

examine and answer exactly that question. Firstly, when you begin exercising, your body sends signals to your stomach to go into 'sleep' mode to allow you to workout without distraction from hunger. Now, if you have an upset stomach, it might not go away but it will definitely be more controlled due to endorphin and other biological reactions happening in your body while you are training.

The truth is that while and when you workout, you reflect on your body and what works best for it. In other words, you get a better feel of how your body functions and you begin to think up creative ways of nurturing your body. After a workout at our sports gym, our members have reported to go home and eat healthier food to improve their physique. Indeed, having a fit body is inspirational and you want to keep on going in order to keep all of that hard work up. You exercise 4-5 times per week, why not treat your body to a good diet?

Weight control is really important as you don't want to be too skin or too oversized. After exercising at our gym in Vaughan, you will examine yourself each and every morning and will always want to improve your tone, posture, and overall physique. What is better to be lean and toned-down or to be overweight and have extra muscle? Of course the first is better than the latter. If you do experience hardship in improving your overall weight-balance, inquire us anytime about how we can help you.

As a supplement we also offer Ideal Protein (click here for more info) on the 2nd floor of our health & wellness center for those who wish to go further with their weight control and purchase specialty food products that are known to be effective in proper dieting results. At Golden Gloves Fitness, we maintain an open-minded, fun atmosphere that is meant for anybody who wishes to see results in their weight, diet and health. Open from Monday to Friday 7 am to 9 pm and on Sundays, 8 am to 2 pm. We are here for you.

If you have any questions or if you would like to get in touch with us please do not hesitate to contact us today at 416-569-9381 or by visiting the contact page (click here). Located in the heart of the GTA, at Jane & Hwy 7, we are here to fulfill your fitness, health and dieting requests. Please feel free to contact us at any time we are here for you.

Why box and bit fit?

A lot of people ask themselves this: why should I box and be fit? And at Golden Gloves Fitness, we are not surprised that even our gym goers ask themselves this question from time to time. We should go back to the beginning, to the route of the problem, to the time before you started working-out and see how you felt. The truth is, just like any other activity, working-only gets more doable throughout time and consistency. Let's get the dread out of the way first and move on to the more important parts of getting fit. Essentially, you should box and be fit because as humans we are meant to be active and not sit in one place.

We are all born with a wonderful gift: our body. It is priceless and you get to have only one. Take care of it. And boxing is one of the best ways to do so. At our gym, when we mention boxing, we don't necessarily mean sparring. We mean stretching, warming up, cardio, weights, bags, pads, and so much more! So, please come by our sports club, located in Vaughan, to check out why you should be fit at our sports gym. Over here, we maintain a positive & fun atmosphere for you to get into the regime and shape that you were always looking for. At Golden Gloves Fitness, your health & wellness is our paramount priority.

Regime is the keyword here. You should follow a strict workout schedule and you will be fit before you know it. It is easier than you think, you CAN do it. Getting past the regime and making it a routine is a great starter for your road to fitness success. Be patient and box your way to being fit, you will reap the results, guaranteed! Set yourself up for what makes it easier for you to workout. The night before prepare your gym bag and have it nicely prepped for your workout. Have a notebook if a diary will make exercising more enjoyable for you. Do whatever it takes to be fit! If you would like to get more advice, please feel free to contact us at 416-569-9381 or by visiting our official website: goldenglovesfitness.ca

But, is all that training really worth my while? At Golden Gloves Fitness, there are no sign-ups, memberships or contacts. It is just you coming in and getting fit. We want you to step out of the gym feeling free and refreshed, each and every time. Our head coach, Alex, would be more than glad to answer any questions that you might have. We're open from Monday to Friday, 7 am to 9 pm and on Sundays, 8 am to 2 pm. We are always looking forward to show you how to box properly and make you fit!

All the best to you and your body from Golden Gloves Fitness team. 

Boxing, Fitness & Being Active and the Mind

Have you ever woken up feeling cranky or stiff? You have tried everything from coffee to energy drinks and still feel tired? Well, you will be surprised that fitness and being active revitalizes your body and mind! It literally makes you feel better and think more clearly. You become more ambitious as boxing makes your body operate better. Feeling a bit sluggish from all that fast food? Well, come and sweat it out at Golden Gloves Fitness!

The results are in and they are motivating, to the point that our member, Augustino, is now competing this summer 2016! Throughout the years we have observed that boxing & fitness changes your mind and the way you think for the better. Gym goers have been reporting effective results in their body tone and appearance. At Golden Gloves Fitness, we are here to keep you active and keep you going for more!

Do you have challenges sleeping or staying focused? Fitness and boxing will definitely help you with that! Or

how about problems with moods? Being physically active will help you with that too. So come by our gym in Vaughan and let out some stress by punching some bags, using our skipping ropes or hitting our trainer's focus pads. There is nothing more re-energizing then some good ol' fashion sparring. Indeed, it is more interesting when you box with an opponent or a coach.

At Golden Gloves Fitness, we are here to make it more easier for you to feel better, get into shape, being active and fit. We're open from 7 am to 9 pm, Monday to Friday & on Sundays, 8 am to 2 pm. Our gym is located on: 207 Edgeley Blvd., Unit 14, Vaughan, ON. If you have any questions or if you would like to get in touch with us, please do not hesitate to call: 416-569-9381

We are looking forward to be fulfilling your fitness, boxing & activity requests.

A sports gym for everybody

Golden Gloves Fitness is a sports gym that is meant for everybody from children to adults, we are here for you. We are more than just a fitness center, we are your #1 location for health, wellness, training and exercising. We are are here to make it easier for you to get into that shape that you have always desired. By

making you sweat and break challenges, you can achieve the level that you always wanted. But, how do we do that at Golden Gloves Fitness?

We start by assessing your level from the 1st class (that's right first class is free!) and we continue by building you way up from there. Our head coach, Alex, is here to analyze your posture and techniques and correct you as you progress along. At GGF, all ages, levels and orientations are welcome at our health and wellness center. All you need to bring is yourself and your gym clothes. If you have any questions, please free to ask us, even if they're not boxing or fitness related. We like maintain a positive & fun atmosphere at our gym.

 Your 1^st class will look like this:

• Warm up, stretching and doing light cardio/ abdominal work
• Once you have broken that sweat, our coach will work on your exercising techniques
• Light bags and sometimes partner training
• Light weights and then proceeding to heavy bags
• Heavy weights and continuing onto other heavy bags, all the time being instructed by our coach
• Cool down period with the skipping rope, abdominal work and cardio

On the 2nd floor there is Ideal Protein, a weight-loss/control product that is meant for a healthy diet. And also we have another instructor, Terry, that teaches karate, qi-gong, and tai-chi. For boxing & fitness, there are no memberships or hassles, it is just you becoming the best and fittest. We're located at hwy 7 & Jane in Vaughan, ON. And we're open from Monday to Friday, 7 am to 9 pm and on Sundays, 8 am to 2 pm. If you have any questions or if you would like to get in contact with us please do not hesitate to contact us and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Please feel free to visit our website goldenglovesfitness.ca or calling us at 416-569-9381. We are looking forward to be training you!

Why box and be fit?

Why should I box? The question that so many people ask. At Golden Gloves Fitness, our 1 word response results. Boxing allows you to sweat out all that unwanted substance in your body and come up with a new and improve shape in the morning. After the 1st work out, the next day right away you will observe curves, new muscle and better feelings. After the next few workouts, you will see that your bones have gotten stronger and balance more equal.

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Boxing effects every part of the body. It does not only involve legs but also your whole body. Our trainer Alex, will show you how to punch and move properly so that you get the best effect from your workouts. We start from the light bag and work our way up to the more heavier ones but Alex makes sure what is good for your fists and your stance, which is very important in this sport. At our gym in Vaughan, fitness and boxing goes hand-in-hand, so that you reap the best results from your workouts.

But exactly does it mean to be fit our gym? The word fitness certainly has a lot of meanings and for it means a good physical balance. We have you moving like a boxing pro at our club and have you wanting more and more. We keep a fun atmosphere so that it is easier for you to become fit. Our classes are offered to everybody and to individuals of all capabilities. At Golden Gloves Fitness, we maintain an open minded policy. There are no sign-ups, contracts or membership fees. We are here for you.

Contact us today at 416-569-9831 or get in touch by visiting our website: goldenglovesfitness.ca  

 

Difference between boxing and fitness at our gym

At Golden Gloves Fitness there is a big difference between fitness and boxing. We understand that each and every member has their own personal requests when it comes to getting in shape. This is

why our trainer Alex is here to build a customized workout schedule that works best for you because we

want to reap the benefits from your exercises. Firstly, our boxing program focuses mostly on capability and technique. As for fitness, we focus on your overall body development and core. At our gym, we are dedicated to provide the highest services when it comes to you achieving your goals.

What kind of member do we have at our gym? At Golden GlovesFitness, we have an open-minded policy that accepts anybody who is interested in improving their health and wellness. We have children, adults, men and woman of all orientations at our location, located north of Toronto. Separate classes are always available upon request that you deem a suitable setting for your training and workouts. With free parking, change rooms and in a convenient location (Jane & Hwy 7) we are here to make it easier for you to get in the shape you want with our experienced instructors.

How will my first class look like? We start by analyzing your strengths and weaknesses and proceed to build your body and mind from there. We have small classes with 2-3 participants or individual personal one-on-one with coach sessions; please feel free to inquire us about our options by emailing us at goldenglovesfitness@gmail.com or by calling us at 416-569-9381. For boxing, we begin by detecting your technique and capabilities and correct them along the way. The training becomes more intense as we progress through the classes. As for fitness, we personally examine your capabilities and continue to develop your core, muscles, and physique according to your body’s demands.