Shadowbox NYC

If you want to feel like a badass, try pulling on boxing gloves at 7:00 AM on a Friday. A couple weeks ago, my friend, Rebecca, and I did just that! We checked out Shadowbox, a boutique boxing gym in New York City, for an early morning class with Julie “Jaws” Nelson. I was a little nervous since I’m more used to a bike these days than a bag…

Shadowbox’s studio was gorgeous! It included a boxing ring for private lessons, a seating area, some retail racks, and a coffee and juice bar, The Ringside Cafe. The staff was extremely friendly and let me know where the lockers and studio were located before class.

A few minutes before 7AM, Jaws gave us newbies a one minute demo on basic boxing moves. It was very helpful and gave me a little bit more confidence before starting class. Then, we found our bags. I just wish someone had showed me how to hang up my water bottle on the bag like a pro my other classmates! (I still have no idea!)

The class was a mixture of bootcamp-style moves and bag work. Push-ups, planks, and burpees were thrown in between sets of jabs, uppercuts, hooks, and crosses. The class went by too quickly! I was so into the class and what was happening all around me that I didn’t even take in the amazing music! Rebecca mentioned after class that she loved the Spice Girls remix played and I had absolutely no idea what she was talking about…how could I miss something like that?! #GirlPower

Don’t let the puppy on her shirt fool you, our instructor, Jaws, is one tough cookie. She’s as strong as she is gorgeous!

After class, I jumped in the shower and got ready for work. Though there were about eight other girls doing the same thing, we didn’t have any issues surprisingly. The restroom was spacious and had every sort of product and tool a gal could need.

Before heading out the door, I grabbed a green juice from The Ringside Cafe. Shadowbox and green juice – what a great way to kick off a Friday!

Shadowbox is celebrating their one year anniversary today with prizes in each class, free cold brew from 6:30am to 6:00pm, and more! It’s the perfect time to check out the studio if you’re new to boxing!

Stay fit and fabulous,

A