How I Lost 30 Pounds in 45 Days by Working Out Just a Few Hours Per Week

New Year's resolutions are often about fresh starts and big goals. For me, this year was all about getting back to my best self. As a martial artist and kickboxer for decades, fitness has always been part of my lifestyle. It's not just a passion—it's a way of life that keeps me in great shape. But here's the truth:

​I push my students hard. So hard, in fact, that I realized they were in better shape than me. Life got busy with running my business, supporting my family, and teaching at Smash Hit. There was just no time for me to dedicate to a consistent workout routine that would keep me performing at my best.

So, I decided to take action.

1.  I committed to spending a few hours a week at the gym doing my own kickboxing cross-training workouts—the same ones I use to train my students.
2.  I joined in on the classes alongside them, since most of the students already had a solid grasp of the techniques.

The result? After just 45 days, I was back in peak condition and had lost 30 pounds! I felt more focused, more energized, and less stressed.

The good news is, you can do this too! If you’re ready to get in the best shape of your life and learn real self-defense along the way, all it takes is committing to just one hour a week to start. Let’s make this the year you crush your fitness goals!
 
 Karl's Round By Round Boxing, 7:00 p.m. Thursdays

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