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THE BOXING ZONE 1351 Palm Ave. Imperial Beach 619.429.8BOX theboxingzone.com
HILARY ACHAUER, editor a freelance writer and the living in San Diego, was Southern California regional
AMERICAN BOXING 2710 Garnet Ave. Pacific Beach 858.581.2694 americanboxing.net
women’s amateur boxing still gets champion in 2003 and fitness. in the ring for fun and
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BLACK TIGER GYM P 8670 Miramar Rd., Ste. San Diego 858.549.4050 blacktigergym.net
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1 THROWDOWN 3666 Midway Dr. Point Loma 619.223.5581 throwdownsandiego.com Throwdown is a brand new, two-story gym that’s a playground for martial arts and fitness enthusiasts. The gym offers a women-only Jiu Jitsu class and 12 separate training areas for everything from boxing to yoga. Trainer Tony is committed to taking female boxers to the next level, whether that’s losing 20 pounds or competing as an amateur or pro fighter.
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ussd.com The techniques taught here are designed to give you control over every area of your life—from your weight to your career. Owner Bill will get you excited about using Kempo karate techniques for fitness, self-defense and discipline. Learn how to apply the physical to the mental and get in shape, curb your spending habits or grow your business… through karate!
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3 UNDISPUTED 3038 University Ave. North Park 619.299.BOXX (2699) sdundisputed.com
UNITED STUDIOS OF SELF DEFENSE 1749 Garnet Ave., PB 858.274.1229
Known for its family atmosphere (they don’t have membership cards and they greet everyone by name), a Undisputed combines gritty authenticity with amenities, including a sauna and tanning beds. The gym features worldincluding class trainers, the number one female black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. This is a friendly— but serious—place to get involved in martial arts-based fitness.
CITY BOXING 1059 14th St. Downtown 888.FIGHT.08 cityboxing.com
THE BOXING CENTER 106 B Ave., Coronado 619.522.0988 m martialartsboxing.co
Most women come into City Boxing for conditioning and fitness, but those who take martial arts seriously find highly specialized trainers from all over the world. This 6,000 square-foot facility features a 20-foot ring, a 13-foot sparring ring, 40 heavy bags and a full weight room. Classes include boxing, kickboxing and JiuJitsu—all great ways to burn fat and get into peak physical condition.
WHITE DRAGON MARTIAL ARTS 7127 University Ave. La Mesa, 619.461.2760 whitedragonmartialarts.com
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giving members specific instructions and encouragement. Now with five locations in San Diego, including their ot new 20,000 square-fo Carlsbad location, the local chain has changed its name to LAVA Sport & Fitness, featuring The Boxing Club.
ENCINITAS BOXING AND FITNESS 613 Westlake St. Encinitas 760.436.8682 Here the focus is on boxing form and technique. Boxing classes use traditional training techniques to
s whip fitness enthusiast and boxers into shape. Amateur and professional female and fighters train here, the gym has its own amateur boxing team. Offering yoga and cardio classes, it’s a great place to learn the fundamentals of boxing and tighten those abs.
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Ocean Beach 619.674.4677 thestrongholdsd.com
THE BOXING CLUB 5850 El Camino Real Carlsbad 760.603.0882 theboxingclub.net
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called a Krankcycle; the in The newest innovation workout is Kranking. The fitness training was born Krankcycle is like a Spinning In the right here in San Diego. bike but with pedals for 2002, the creator of Spinning, sit or hands. You can either (a.k.a. Johnny Goldberg stand, moving your arms Johnny G.), was in La Jolla ently together or independ ed attending the Challeng justable height-ad the turn to annual Athletes Foundation’s you a crank. Kranking gives Cove. the fundraiser, the Tour de fast power workout for one and Out of curiosity, he rode upper body and core, s. of the athlete’s handcycle it’s a great way to retain Though he’s a worldwhen cardiovascular fitness and expert renowned fitness the legs need a rest. seasoned athlete, he was If you’ve ever been sidelined exhausted just ten minutes e by a leg injury, you know into riding. The experienc cardio a fivethat 90 percent of the inspired him to begin to equipment in gyms exercises year journey to find a way is fuel a the lower body. Kranking use the upper body to to the first fitness program cardiovascular workout. and arms use primarily the is Johnny G.’s invention
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shoulders for cardio training. This is great news for anyone who can’t use their lower limbs, as well as for people who are bored with the same old options for upper body conditioning. Research shows that well-developed upper bodies build strength and endurance, and increase to your metabolism—not mention making you look great in a tank top. The Krankcycle was unveiled in 2007; Kranking classes at are exclusively available in Frog’s Fitness locations Carmel Mountain Ranch, and Encinitas, Solana Beach Long Beach.
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FIT ATHLETIC CLUB Sweat in style at Fit Athletic Club, a chic, urban, 40,000 square-foot workout mega-plex overlooking Petco Park. Fit offers personalize d training, state-of-the-art equipment and full martial arts, aerobics, spinning and yoga studios. Diamond View Tower, 10th & J Streets, Downtown 619.764.5348 » fitathletic. com
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ON ANGELA: Turquoise side-tie shorts by Shakti Activewear bodywearboutique.com; available at Firefly, $42, catchthespar white shoes with rainbow k.com; print bra top by Couture detail by Nik available at Blends, Fresh Karat available at Stephanie’s Activewear available at Bodywear $80, blendsus.com; white Shoes, $29. ON RAY: Black and yellow bangles available Boutique, $35.99, side stripe shorts by Sauvage at Now & Then Fashions, by Elizabeth Southwood available $5 each; coral headband by at Sauvage, $46; Blue shoes by Puma available at Blends, $95.
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BETTER CHEMISTRY [ LOGO ] [ CATALOG COVER]
[ CATALOG INSIDE SPREADS]
What could be as cool as Better Chemistry’s clothing line? Well, just the freshest home essentials line in the marketplace... The crew at Better Chemistry creates a new canvas for art application with its home essentials line, starting with of a full range of barware, clocks, lamps, and mirrors. Better Chemistry, experiments in living for your home!
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What could be as cool as Better Chemistry’s clothing line? Well, just the freshest home essentials line in the marketplace... The crew at Better Chemistry creates a new canvas for art application with its home essentials line, starting with of a full range of barware, clocks, lamps, and mirrors. Better Chemistry, experiments in living for your home!
MACHINE WASH COLD SEPARATELY W/LIKE COLORS LAVAR EN MAQUINA CON AGUA FRIA SEPARAR POR COLORES ONLY NON-CHLORINE BLEACH IF NEEDED SOLO BLANQUEADOR SIN CLORO USAR SECADORA
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16 oz. clear glass with solid color exterior and designed interior. Available in Black and Yellow SKU #: BCH-DRE-PT-IO
daydream believer clear pint glass 16 oz. clear glass SKU #: BCH-DRE-PT-CL
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tear drop clear pint glass 16 oz. clear glass SKU #: BCH-TEA-PT-CL
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TUMBLE DRY LOW CICLO LENTO DO NOT IRON ON DECORATION NO PLANCHAR LA DECORACION daydream believer martini shaker set 22 oz. clear glass shaker and two 7.5 oz. clear martini glasses SKU #: BCH-DRE -MT
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splatter martini shaker set 22 oz. clear glass shaker and two 7.5 oz. clear martini glasses SKU #: BCH-SPL-MT
PRICE: $20.00
teardrop martini shaker set 22 oz. clear glass shaker and two 7.5 oz. clear martini glasses SKU #: BCH-TEA-MT
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Mod tree jewelry tree with mesh leaves, wooden base with opening drawers 18”
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Tony Hawk’s Underground [ THUG ]
Designed all packaging according to strict Activision gaming guidelines, all ad campaigns and logos.
Tony like you've never seen him before.
Compatible with the PlayStation game console and compatible with the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system.
© 1999-2001 Activision, Inc. and its affiliates. Published and distributed by Activision Publishing, Inc. Activision is a registered trademark and Activision O2, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater and Pro Skater are trademarks of Activision, Inc. and its affiliates. All rights reserved. Tony Hawk is a trademark of Tony Hawk. PlayStation 2 and GameCube versions developed by Neversoft Entertainment, Inc., Playstation version developed by Shaba Games, LLC, and Game Boy Color version developed by HotGen Studios Ltd. "PlayStation" and the "PS" Family logo are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. ™, ®, Game Boy Color and Nintendo GameCube logo are trademarks of Nintendo. The ratings icon is a trademark of the Interactive Digital Software Association. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
All new flatland tricks like Caspers, the Primo, and the Handstand Manual.
Skate with friends in all new online play.
Massive Living Levels include interactive pedestrians, traffic, and other skaters.
Enter the ultimate skater’s world. Weave through traffic, avoid annoying pedestrians and cause natural disasters as you shred through 8 massive living levels in the ultimate skating challenge. Skate as the legendary Tony Hawk... or create your own legend with the improved Create-a-Skater feature where you can choose from hundreds of looks. Master new tricks using the same tight THPS2 controls and check your skills by taking it online against your friends across town or around the globe. Welcome to my world.
Featuring songs by Alien Ant Farm, Motorhead, and Ozomatli. Sountrack available on Maverick Records.
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