Boxing has surged in popularity in recent years as a mainstream fitness activity, with many gym chains and health clubs offering classes and equipment for those interested in taking up the sport.

NEW YORK (Reuters Life!) - The folks at Gleason's Gym like to say that boxing is the art of not getting hit. With its down-at-the-heels decor, Gleason's looks like it's taken a punch or two. But focus ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.— Tucked inside an unassuming warehouse behind a car wash in the heart of Tottenville, Hard Knocks Boxing Gym is home to state-ranked fighters, a trainer with Hollywood credentials ...