Peter

Peter is one of our early morning regulars - a solid member of our #3rdstreettribe for several years now! 💪🏻

How did you get into boxing and how did you find yourself at 3rd Street?

“A few years ago I found myself in San Francisco and saw 3rd Street Gym a block away from work. I had boxed intermittently previously, but never stuck with it. The location of the gym got me in the door, the quality of the people and instruction kept me coming back.”

What's the best part about boxing? Why do you train?

“I train to me more capable, both in terms of fitness and skillset. Boxing provides a physical workout, but also has a significant mental component. It prevents things from getting boring, which is the crux of sticking with any kind of fitness regime.”

Any words of advice or encouragement for newbies?

“The most challenging part for me is showing up. If you're new maybe it is intimidating. If you're experienced maybe it just means waking up earlier. But I've never regretted it when I have walked in the door, only when I haven't. Just show up.”

Jonna Mae

Jonna Mae, solid member of the #3rdstreettribe since 2016! ✊ Always fun to hear how our members ended up here, and what keeps them coming back!

How did you get into boxing and how did you find yourself at 3rd Street?

“As a Filipino-American woman, I'm a big Manny Pacquaio fan. Growing up, I would watch his fights. Watching his drive and determination while he was in the ring always inspired me. It was then in my early 20's that I became more interested to try boxing as fitness. Before I started boxing, I would go jogging on the weekends from my house to At&T Park. I would always pass by Third Street Gym, which started to spark my interest. One day I was going for my normal jog and I stopped into checkout about the service and classes. On January 2016, I took a beginner class, and the rest is history.”

What's the best part about boxing? Why do you train?

“The best part about boxing is wearing the gloves and throwing some jabs. For me, personally, it's very therapeutic. In my everyday life, I work a full-time job and I'm going to school part-time. There are moments where my workload can be stressful. When I wear my gloves and throw some jabs at a punching bag, I feel more relaxed and stress-free, and it's very relieving. I train to feel healthy in my body. In the past, my motive would be to work out so I could feel slimmer. Now, my mindset is to feel healthy in my body while working on muscle toning.”

Any words of advice or encouragement for newbies?

“Whatever goal you're trying to set for yourself, don't be intimidated. Boxing is a work in progress, so just trust the process and you'll find your drive.”

Abbe

Abbe, resident badass boxer chick of 3rd Street 🤨. #3rdstreettribe

How did you get into boxing and how did you find yourself at 3rd Street?

“I got into boxing at 3rd Street through the Bootcamp. I wanted to be more active and thought that a boxing bootcamp would be a great way to jump start some new healthy habits and to try out a sport that I was curious about. Bootcamp hooked me on the adrenaline rush of boxing, and I've been a member at 3rd Street ever since.”

What's the best part about boxing? Why do you train?

“The best part about boxing is how satisfying the journey is. There is so much to learn and so many milestones to conquer along the way. I am always challenged in my boxing classes and continuously experience growth and positive changes in my body and mind. I train because it is empowering (and addictive!).”

Any words of advice or encouragement for newbies?

“If you become a regular at 3rd Street you will not only have access to the fierce workouts, but to an incredible community of people as well”