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Lose Weight, Gain Muscle – Jay Bowman’s KnuckleUp Experience
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Cinco De Mayo Workout at KnuckleUp
This is a video of Matt Costa's Kickboxing class at 8 AM on Cinco De Mayo taken by Rev. Jay Bowman.
Do you see how many people there are? Matt had people running outside because there too many to run inside. And notice how EVERYONE is smiling. They know what's up!
Matt Costa knows how to make your workout fun!
Matt Costa heads the kickboxing classes at KnuckleUp and he's not afraid to make you work. The classes are intense, and you will definitely feel like you worked out after you're done.
And while every gym says their classes are fun, Matt makes sure his really are. You're never doing the same thing over and over again. Matt mixes it up almost every other minute, and you're never sure what you'll be doing next.
If you want to learn kickboxing, or even if you just want to get in shape, try out Matt's Kickboxing class. The class is offered at least twice everyday, usually three or for times, except Sundays, so there's a time for just about anyone. Check the schedule to see when you can try it.
And don't worry, not every class is packed like this one.
You would be hard pressed to find a better, or quicker, way to get in shape. Give Matt your time, and he'll change your life.
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Matt Costa & The Outer Banks Beach Bootcamp Training
Matt Costa, KnuckleUp Instructor of the Month
You might not picture a Certified Executive Chef (C.E.C), experienced in 4-diamond French cuisine the same way you would a Military trainer with 8 years of experience in the Marines (including 2 combat wars).
KnuckleUp Instructor Of The Month: Matt Costa
When I was interviewing Matt for this post, I was blown away by such an unusual professional combination. A former marine, with a 2-0 amateur MMA fight record, knows what a beurre blanc sauce is?
But as we continued our chat, it became clear that the distinct professional achievements are a reflection of this amazing instructor's determination and commitment. Whether in the Marines, in the kitchen, or at KnuckleUp, Matt refuses to settle for mediocrity. Average is not part of his vocabulary.
His success as a chef placed him in the kitchen of movie stars and as the head chef for 4-diamond restaurants, a lifestyle that Matt refers to as "good living"; but which gave him an extra 40 lbs and a sedentary routine.
The KnuckleUp Effect...
The sedentary routine was extremely hard to break due to the lack of exciting training in Outer Banks gyms, according to Matt, and it wasnt until he found KnuckleUp that his routine was finally broken. Matt began taking the kickboxing classes religiously, and soon he had lost 40 lbs!
But Matt Costa's extensive military training experience didn't let him go unnoticed; his excellent boxing skills and aptitude for leadership roles (from the Marines) captivated not only several students who sought him during training, but KnuckleUp management as well.
Matt was hired as an instructor and started teaching his own kickboxing classes.
Even though Matt wasn't technically a drill sergeant in the Marines, students soon realized his commanding power brought amazing results; they were pushed, challenged, and ultimately, motivated to give their best to finish exercises and commit to the training.
A signature style was born...
The Outer Banks Beach Bootcamp
This Thursday, August 6th, at a cool 5:30AM, the 3rd edition of Matt's beach bootcamp will start.
The 5-week bootcamp meets twice a week at KnuckleUp in Kitty Hawk and then head out to the beach where the entire training is conducted.
Matt guarantees his bootcamp training is not very far from a military one, specially in regards to the mental challenges he presents his students in order to strengthen their self-confidence and motivation, so they can finish the arduous training.
The training includes, but is definitely not limited to:
- Short & Long Distance Running (a 7-Mile run is usually celebrated by students with tears of achievement)
- Ocean Swimming
- Team Training
- Weight & Strength Training
- Diet Monitoring
And exactly how effective is Matt's bootcamp?
The 500 Club
In its short existence, the outer banks beach bootcamp, under Matt's leadership, has helped students lose OVER 500 LBS!
----> One student experienced complete body reconfiguration as she lost over 100 lbs with Matt's help. <-----
The unique training methods put forward by this amazing instructor are unmatched anywhere; in the Outer Banks, Matt is able to combine a highly effective program with the beautiful Atlantic ocean scenario to create the ultimate fitness experience.
If you're tired of going to the gym only to take the same classes, or perform the same boring repetition sets, set your alarm clock a bit early and see for yourself the results that the KnuckleUp Bootcamp generates. Simply fill out the form to your right and type "BOOTCAMP" in the Goal field to reserve your place.
You can also contact Matt directly at mattcosta1[at]hotmail.com. He's got only a few extra openings for personal training sessions during this month that will be taken sooner than he expects. If you'd like to have Matt working one-on-one with you, now is your chance.
