Hamza Nassir- November 2024
Hamza has an ‘I will do’ it attitude, whether he’s running to get to boxing class on time or there’s a combination he’s struggling with. He will get there! He’s also a great addition to have in class and brings a warmth to the Contenders community that makes him hard to not like. Check out our Q & A with him below.
Q: Can you start by telling us who you are and what a day in your life looks like?
A: I’m 37, recently married, work as Financial Planner for RBC in Yaletown. Been in Canada for 16 years, born in Baghdad Iraq.
Q: What is your history like with sports/athleticism?
A: Never been an active kid growing up. Played some tennis during summers, always been a chubby big kid, but mostly grew up playing sports on PlayStation and Sega! :p
Q: What makes the experience of being a member at Contenders unique?
A: everyone at contenders is amazing from the front desk, coaches, and members. Feels like a small family, everyone helps each other, regardless of the level they are at.
Q: How do you stay consistent and motivated with your practice?
A: It was always had staying motivated going to the gym to exercise, or change a diet. What worked best for me, even with zero boxing knowledge is seeing results very quickly losing weight, preparing my meals ahead of time, and changing my sleeping habits to sleep early and wake up early, even weekend.
Q: What is your favourite class to take?
A: I just started taking Advanced boxing, but fundamentals would always be my favourite, and you can never work enough on basic moves and punches, just like the coaches say!
Q: How has staying active helped you out in other areas of your life?
A: oh day and night change, my mind is sharper, way more active and energetic, especially having a desk, routine job that can easily take me the other direction.
Q: What is something you want to accomplish by the end of the year?
A: Do the Sparring drills, been on my agenda for sometime now.
Q: …And lastly, tell us something people would be surprised to learn about you?
A: I have a Twin!
