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The Gleason's Gym Total Body Boxing Workout for Women

A 4-Week Head-to-Toe Makeover

Foreword by Hilary Swank

About The Book

Defined arms; sleek shoulders; flat, tight abs; lean, firm legs -- this is the shape that women want to get from their workouts. World-renowned trainer Hector Roca and owner Bruce Silverglade bring Gleason's Gym's boxing secrets to your home with The Gleason's Gym Total Body Boxing Workout for Women, outlining a step-by-step program that gets any woman into knockout shape -- fitter, faster, and firmer than ever in just four weeks!

Boxing is not only a dynamic fitness program but also a powerful addition to other fitness routines. Using unique combinations of muscle groups and both aerobic and weight training movements, boxing works out the entire body at one time. You'll lose weight; build lean, toned muscle; improve cardiovascular fitness; and feel physically and emotionally stronger all at once.

Roca and Silverglade break down all the boxing basics, from how to make a fist and how to stand, to more advanced boxing moves and various ways of jumping rope and include a nutritional plan to maximize results. The Gleason's Gym Total Body Boxing Workout for Women offers the ultimate workout for women who want to look their best, feel their best, and be their best.

About The Authors

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Hector Roca is an icon in the boxing world, most recently named the number one Spanish-speaking trainer in the world by International Boxing Digest. Roca is a former two-time Olympic cyclist from Panama. He has coached thirteen World Champions and trained Hilary Swank for her Oscar-winning role in Million Dollar Baby.

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Bruce Silverglade is the president and owner of Gleason's Gym since 1983. He has served as the president of the Metropolitan Amateur Boxing Federation, chairman of the National Junior Olympic Committee, and member of the National Selection Committee.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Atria Books (May 1, 2007)
  • Length: 256 pages
  • ISBN13: 9780743286886

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Raves and Reviews

"Gleason's Gym is an icon in the world of boxing, and Hector Roca is one of the best trainers in the nation. I'm sure that any woman who follows the program outlined in this book will get into the condition she's looking for. Follow it, learn it, put the gloves on, get in the ring, and look great." -- Michael Thurmond, author of 6 Day Body Makeover

"Illustrations and clear instructions make this a great primer even for women who have never laced up a pair of gloves." -- Detroit News

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