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ACTIVE

A WELL-ROUNDED WORKOUT

GET IN SHAPE AND BLOW OFF STEAM IN NINE ROUNDS OF KICKBOXING .
BY SHARAEL KOLBERG
Nick Zou , co-owner of 9Round Fitness in Corona del Mar
LBM : WHAT DOES THE CIRCUIT ENTAIL ? NZ : This unique type of kickboxing circuit provides members with nine personalized threeminute rounds of fitness that include activities such as kicking , punching , jumping rope , weightlifting and ab work . All rounds change on a daily basis to keep it challenging .
LBM : WHAT TYPE OF WORKOUT DOES THIS KICKBOXING CIRCUIT PROVIDE ? NZ : It is a HIIT —[ high-intensity interval training ]— workout . It ’ s high-intensity cardio using kickboxing skills . It ’ s known to boost endurance , promote heart health , release endorphins and stress , burn calories , improve sleep , sweat out toxins and build lean muscle . It ’ s also really fun .

For an intense workout in 30 minutes that focuses on cardio , strength and self-defense , 9Round Fitness in Corona del Mar has just what you need . The semiprivate , instructor-led , full-body circuit training workouts are designed by certified professionals and include several types of kickboxing moves , as well as nutritional support and heart rate monitoring . We caught up with coowner Nick “ Kapow ” Zou to find out what makes this type of workout so appealing to women and men , novices and experts .
LAGUNA BEACH MAGAZINE : CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT YOUR BACKGROUND AND EXPERI- ENCE WITH KICKBOXING ? NICK ZOU : I have done kickboxing for approximately four years but have been an athlete for pretty much my whole life . I played high school and college basketball and am quite knowledgeable in strength training and conditioning . I am very confident in offering clear and easy-to-understand instructions and coaching to my members .
LBM : WHAT CAN MEMBERS EXPECT DURING THEIR FIRST SESSION ? NZ : The first introductory workout is free . Members can bring their own gear , borrow from us or purchase an unlimited membership that includes 9Round boxing gloves , hand wraps and [ a ] heart rate monitor . Each workout is customized to fit the member ’ s fitness level . Bring water and a towel and be prepared to sweat .
LBM : HOW DOES YOUR PROGRAM DIFFER FROM OTHER KICKBOXING WORKOUTS ? NZ : Our program is perfect for busy individuals who want to stay fit because there is no set class time ; members can come whenever it fits their schedule . They just sign up online . Trainers are available whenever the client shows up . We also incorporate nutrition and heart rate training .
GRACE LEIGH
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