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Why aren't we shadowboxing more?

It's kind of a perfect exercise, stress reliever, and ego boost.

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Ryan McCormick, M.D.
Jun 29, 2023
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I am writing today about an overlooked form of exercise. It builds strength, coordination, balance, confidence, and better mental health. It connects our spirits with Muhammad Ali and Rocky Balboa. That’s especially important to me because The Greatest held me as a toddler, and the Italian Stallion ran up and down the streets of South Philadelphia. …

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