Gloves Up: How to discipline your body and mind with George Veness.

Raised on a rough London estate, George Veness, founder of JAB Boxing Club, began boxing at six, representing England over a dozen times. After a successful amateur career, he transitioned to coaching, training both amateurs and celebrities. In 2018, he established JAB Boxing Club in London, aiming to make elite training accessible to all.

1/ Take Control of Your Mindset:

Success starts with taking control of your mindset. Embrace hard work, discipline and resilience, knowing you can outwork your opponents or challenges to achieve your goals.

2/ Commit to Continuous Learning:

Educating yourself is key. Just like training in a sport, learning and applying new knowledge in life will set you up for success. Never stop improving.

3/ Transform Your Lifestyle:

Fitness is not just about exercise; it’s about transforming your entire lifestyle. Focus on healthy habits, nutrition and consistency, which will impact both your physical and mental well-being.

4/ Blast Away Your Limits:

Growth happens when you push yourself beyond what you thought was possible. Test your limits, and every time you overcome a challenge, you’ll build more confidence and resilience.

5/ Learn Discipline Through Hard Work:

The discipline gained through training can be applied to all areas of life, including work and personal goals. Channel that focus and commitment to build something meaningful.

6/ Surround Yourself with Like-Minded People:

Surround yourself with those who are motivated and striving for success. Their energy and drive will inspire you and keep you focused on your own goals.

7/ Embrace the Power of Teamwork:

There’s something powerful about coming together with others to train or work towards a goal. Building a supportive community or team creates a sense of belonging and boosts motivation.

8/ Prioritise Your Well-being:

Training not only transforms your body but also your mind. Make fitness a priority in your life, not for aesthetic reasons but to live a healthier, longer, and more fulfilling life.

Photos: Noorinusa

1/ Take Control of Your Mindset:

Success starts with taking control of your mindset. Embrace hard work, discipline and resilience, knowing you can outwork your opponents or challenges to achieve your goals.

2/ Commit to Continuous Learning:

Educating yourself is key. Just like training in a sport, learning and applying new knowledge in life will set you up for success. Never stop improving.

3/ Transform Your Lifestyle:

Fitness is not just about exercise; it’s about transforming your entire lifestyle. Focus on healthy habits, nutrition and consistency, which will impact both your physical and mental well-being.

4/ Blast Away Your Limits:

Growth happens when you push yourself beyond what you thought was possible. Test your limits, and every time you overcome a challenge, you’ll build more confidence and resilience.

5/ Learn Discipline Through Hard Work:

The discipline gained through training can be applied to all areas of life, including work and personal goals. Channel that focus and commitment to build something meaningful.

6/ Surround Yourself with Like-Minded People:

Surround yourself with those who are motivated and striving for success. Their energy and drive will inspire you and keep you focused on your own goals.

7/ Embrace the Power of Teamwork:

There’s something powerful about coming together with others to train or work towards a goal. Building a supportive community or team creates a sense of belonging and boosts motivation.

8/ Prioritise Your Well-being:

Training not only transforms your body but also your mind. Make fitness a priority in your life, not for aesthetic reasons but to live a healthier, longer, and more fulfilling life.

Photos: Noorinusa