One of my favorite things to do for exercise is to hit the punching bag at the Hamptons Gym Corp in Southampton. Boxing is a great way to relieve stress, is a great workout and works just about every single muscle in the human body. There are very few things that are better for you than to hit a bag until you become exhausted.
I’m sort of an exercise junkie, and I’ve done everything, from rowing, to running, to stair climbing, and I can tell you that nothing compares to boxing for both mind and body.
We have plenty of places in the Hamptons where you can practice karate and grappling, but there is no place in the Hamptons where you can get in the ring and go toe to toe with somebody. I noticed this the other day because I’ve been actively looking for a place where I can put on some head gear and get into the ring with an opponent. There are plenty of places in New York City where you can do this and even further west on Long Island, but there ain’t no place in the Hamptons.
Why is this? Is it because boxing is viewed as violent? Or did it just go out of fashion and has been replaced by pilates and yoga?
Somebody should get on this!
David, I suggest that if you are an exercise junkie and want a total “mind & body” workout that you check out the recently opened CrossFit Hamptons in East Quogue. I’m sure that you’ve heard of CrossFit’s popping up all over the city and country along with all of these “Tough Mudder” type competitions. CF Hamptons is the only one on the East End and is a somewhat of a secret among us out here. A number of us that train out there are former military, MMA/boxing competitors along with mothers, grandmothers and children. Check out the website or the main site or crossfit
I’m signed up for Tough Mudder in September. CANNOT WAIT!!!!
Great news to all, I am opening a Real Boxing and MMA facility in Southampton. It will be run by myself a 2 Time Golden Glove Champion with over 20 years in boxing as well as strength and conditioning training. It will also consist of world class Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Jiu Jitsu and other trainers as well. All brand new state of the art equipment. This is sure to be a KNOCKOUT! HAMPTONS BOXING & MMA TRAINING FACILITY. COMING SOON. EXPECTED OPENING DATE IS NOVEMBER 1ST 2011.
First, if one is a serious boxer, they will go to any length to get in the ring.
I’d venture to say its a fact that Suffolk has at least one very serious ring. I do hope this is not the new exercise de joItur for David. Kick Boxing and Boxing are two very different sports. Exercise vs. Recognized Sport.
Its alarming to think that the Hamptons must not have a boxing studio if its not trendy, not quite a hobby on Dune Road.
David, get in your car and drive just as far as some golf courses. Beware though. You will be seen but won’t be page six. Surprised an enthusiastic boxer doesnt know there is one 15minutes from The Hamptons.
Jessica, in all seriousness, where exactly is there a place? We’ve been doing some boxing at the Southampton Gym Corp, but I’ve looked online and can’t find a ring other than in Shirley, which would be a hike.