Improve Your Boxing Training! Learn How to Shadow Box Better

Hey contenders! Your favorite New York City boxing coach and blogger is here. Thanks for dropping by my blog. Here’s a quick video that I put together that shows how to do shadow boxing for beginners. I also created this video for experienced boxers who might find shadow boxing boring and they’re just looking for creative ways to either improve their boxing technique or just change up their training routine.

Perennial Boxing + Fitness Owner Ralph A. Gilmore Photo Shoot with Kolor Magazine

Hey good people! Ralph here. It’s been a little while since my last post. I’ve been pretty busy training clients, promoting my Perennial Boxing + Fitness business, studying for some certifications and working on some branding stuff. I find it equally challenging and exciting to be an entrepreneur because everything falls on you. I’m no stranger to hard work and I’ve always believed that if I set my mind on something, I can accomplished anything. That’s the part that keeps me inspired and persistent. So without further due, I’m happy to be able to finally share some exciting news with you all.

5 Heavy Bag Boxing Drills to Keep You Motivated | Perennial Boxing + Fitness

One of my clients recently mentioned to me that in their own training, they find themselves feeling uninspired in their bag training. I made a few suggestions, but the overall, key point is that to improve as a boxer, it requires a lot of dedication, hard work, patience and repetition.

The New York Times Featured Photo of Boxing Coach Ralph Gilmore’s Training Session with Dwayne Thomas and Greg Elysee at the South Street Seaport, NYC

Happy Tuesday everyone! Ralph here. Last week, I received some very exciting news in which I couldn’t wait to share with you all. I shared it on my main social media platforms, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, in which I’m now getting around to sharing it here on my blog. Initially, when I was first presented with the opportunity, I waited until I was absolutely certain that it reached fruition.

Boxing Fitness Motivation: What Will Decide Year 2021 for You? Luck or Fortune?

Happy New Year everyone and welcome back to my blog! I hope you all are in the best of health, especially dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic that has affected us on so many levels. 2020 is finally over. The sad thing is that there are many people out there who feel that their luck will substantially increased because it’s a new year. In all honesty, I never truly believed in luck; however, I strongly believe in karma and fortune. If you put positive energy out in the world, be respectful and empathetic towards people as much as possible, eventually, that energy will find it’s way back to in in some shape or form.

Motivational Fitness Video: “Classic Boxing with Ralph” Hosted By Guy Jack Levy

Peace and blessings good people! Ralph here. As we wind down towards the end of 2020 and just imagining how the COVID-19 pandemic affected so many of us, I hope this post finds you in the best of health. A few months ago, I was featured in a motivational fitness video series, hosted by professional athlete and good friend, Guy Jack Levy. I gave a little background on myself, talked about my passion for sports, fitness and specifically boxing, which offers a number of benefits to anyone regardless of your competitive or fitness level.

My Thoughts on NYC Gyms and Fitness Clubs Reopenings. Will It Be Safe to Return During COVID-19?

Hello all! Ralph “The Perennial Aesthete” is here. I hope everyone is doing well—spiritually, mentally and physically. I wanted to touch upon New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo’s recent announcement on gym openings in New York City. I know many of my fellow New Yorkers are anxious to get back in the gym. Do I miss being there? You bet! However, I honestly have mixed feelings about it. The time of the COVID-19 pandemic has truly exposed the paradox of our world. The empathy and compassion of strangers and communities efforts and dedication for the most vulnerable. For the other side, the shameless greed of corporations that has no filter.

Boxing Training Motivation: Why Humility Matters In Success?

Hey good people, Ralph here! I just wanted to bring you up to speed of what’s been happening with me, things I’ve been contemplating and working on. In this post, I shared a link to a recent boxing video I uploaded on my YouTube Channel, in which I go into depth about some of the boxing drills that I do in my workouts. Just as importantly, I discuss a little bit about the power of humility and how crucial it is to one’s success.