Talia J - March 2026 Member of the Month

How did you get involved with AWBC?

I was searching for a place where I could learn something new and fell in love with the gym during a beginner's workshop. Alex helped sign up, and now it's been two years since I found a place I love coming back to.Being part of the community where we welcome fun challenges while listening to amazing playlists.

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What’s your favorite part about being a member?

Being part of the community where we welcome fun challenges while listening to amazing playlists.

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What’s your favorite punch or combo?

Combo 4: 1-2-slip-2-3

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Do you have a favorite pro boxer or martial artist?

Does Goku count as a martial artist? Hehe, just kidding. I admire Salvador Sanchez's footwork and Katie Taylor's powerful punches, and her efforts to put female Irish boxers in the Olympics.

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What do you do outside of boxing? Are you a student? Do you work?

I am an accountant. I love going to the movies with my husband and watching boxing fights on YouTube.

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Any hobbies or passion projects?

I enjoy volunteering at amateur boxing events and helping as a referee during sparring sessions at the gym. I'm a fan of the competition team and admire the boxers' skills. Go AWBC team woot woot!

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What's your "walkout song?"

Death of a Unicorn - St. Vincent

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Can you give us two of your favorite musical artists and two of your favorite music genres to work out to?

My current music obsessions are Amyl and the Sniffers and the dj named Lau.ra; music genres to workout, I like fast beats from punk rock and electronic music.

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How has AWBC changed your life?

The gym has given me confidence, taught me about community, and shown me that everyone can be resilient and strong.

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