Out of the Box

Trendy boxing gym knocks out Cedar Park with more planned

Rumble Boxing is now open in Cedar Park, with plans to expand elsewhere in Austin in February. Photo courtesy of Rumble Boxing

New or aspiring boxers who worry about punching above their weight may have a new solution that caters to all. Rumble Boxing, a gym that boasts clients including David Beckham, Selena Gomez, and Justin Bieber, is now open in Cedar Park, with plans to expand elsewhere in Austin in February.

Unlike the boxing-solo-before-dawn movie trope, Rumble offers group classes that make the sport accessible and fun, including some workouts that aren’t just traditional boxing (called “boxing-inspired circuits”). Boxers of all levels get together for something that looks in videos like a spin class with boxing equipment.

The gym calls it a “10-round, 45-minute fight,” but an explanation on the website reveals “fight” to be more of a metaphor. Some rounds involve punching bags, while others incorporate floor training with bodyweight and dumbbell exercises. The classes promise a balance of both; half and half throughout the class.

Ambiance plays a significant part in the experience, and the gym emphasizes its music and lights along with “the program, and the collective heartbeat of the room.” Although the program contemporizes boxing for greater accessibility, the core elements are still there. Boxers will learn “the six punches”: the jab, the cross, front and back hooks, and front and back uppercuts.

The system has proven popular so far, and not just with celebrities. In business since just 2017, Rumble has 35 studios in the United States, plus some in Australia and the Dominican Republic. In Texas, there are also locations outside of Houston and Dallas, with more set to open in both by March.

Rumble Boxing is now open at 12160 W Parmer Lane, Suite #150. Hours of operation vary by day and are available at rumbleboxinggym.com.

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Austin faces 'potentially historic' extreme wildfire risk on Tuesday

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Meteorologists are reporting extreme wildfire risk for parts of Texas on Tuesday, March 4. The National Weather Service (NWS) calls the coming conditions "dangerous [and] potentially historic." At the time of this article's publication, the warning is in effect from 8 am through 9 pm.

A combination of wind and dry conditions are creating concern about fires starting and spreading quickly. In Austin and San Antonio, NWS warns of gusts up to 55 miles per hour, and relative humidity of 5-15 percent.

It urges residents to avoid outdoor burning, keep vehicles off of dry grass, and properly dispose of cigarettes. It shares that most wildfires are caused by people.

The Texas A&M Forest Service shares additional tips for wildfire safety, namely clearing debris like dead leaves and pine needles from the roof and places near exterior walls.

"When a wildfire is headed your way, it’s time to start preparing to leave," the website says. "Alert your family and friends. Stay tuned to news reports. Grab your emergency kit, and be ready to head out at a moment’s notice. Make sure you know where you're going and what you're taking with you. The American Red Cross can provide shelter and basic necessities during a disaster and can help you get back on your feet after it's over."

KUT has also prepared a helpful article with instructions, including to clear flammable furniture off patios and to have an evacuation plan and a packed bag with "72 hours' worth of essentials, such as clothes, medications and valuables."

For monitoring, locals should periodically check the NWS' forecasts and local news services such as KXAN and KENS5. Even more specific and up-to-date information can be found for Austin on the Austin Fire Department Wildfire Division's Wildfire Hub.

Residents can also sign up for alerts from Warn Central Texas here. The system covers Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Hays, Lee, Llano, Travis, and Williamson counties.

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