- "Showtime" is Just Beginning for Anthony Pettis February 22, 2012On December 16th, 2010, with one minute remaining in a hotly contested five round WEC lightweight championship bout that would also be the final fight of the company’s storied tenure, arguably the most sensational athletic move was attempted and successfully delivered: the ‘Showtime kick.’ After 24 minutes of back and forth action with the title on the line, […]
- Joe Lauzon - Shedding The Underdog Tag February 22, 2012They called it a major upset. Why? That’s a mystery, considering that Joe Lauzon had gone 7-3 in his previous 10 UFC bouts, ending five of them via the ground game that was opponent Melvin Guillard’s Achilles heel in the Octagon. But when October 8, 2011 rolled around in Houston, Texas, many fans and pundits feared for Lauzon’s health against the Louisiana k […]
- After A Year to Forget, Fukuda Aims to Make 2012 Memorable February 22, 2012In breaking down 2011, you have to wonder what was more painful for Tokyo middleweight Riki Fukuda: injuring his knee in a June car accident or his UFC debut loss to Nick Ring in February via highly controversial decision. A year after the Ring bout, Fukuda has recovered from both setbacks, grateful for the support he received from the fight community, espec […]
- "The New Akiyama" to be Unveiled in Japan This Weekend February 21, 2012America has always been seen as the land of second chances, a place where what happened before can be forgotten in the space of a change of scenery or philosophy, or when it comes to sports, one good performance. On Saturday night, Yoshihiro Akiyama gets his second chance, but he will be getting it in his home country of Japan, as he looks to break a three f […]
- Pressure Breaks Pipes, but not Kid Yamamoto February 21, 2012Pressure in the fight game is always relative. When someone is trying to punch you in the face or make you submit, that’s pretty rough in and of itself. So when you add in the ideas of trying to break a string where you were 1-4 in your last five fights, along with fighting in your home country for the first time in nearly two years, are those factors more p […]
About The Instructor
About Erik Wander, Extending Fitness Instructor:
- 1988-1989: Jr. Golden Glove Boxing Champ, North Hollywood, CA.
- 1990: Brown Belt in Tae Kwon Do, Master Lester Choi, CA.
- 1999: Ranked #7 in NW Region for Point Sparring
- 2001: Black Belt in Principles of Engagement, International Martial Arts Center, Portland OR., Master Andrew Gainer
- 2006: Created Extending Fitness and formed Team TSN, current personal record 5-2-0, Portland, OR.
- 2008: Opened a studio for Extending Fitness, LLC. to expand and grow members, Portland OR.
I have wanted to open my own studio for several years now. I saw it as an opportunity to begin something fresh and different. With some of my past experiences I knew I wanted it to be where a person could get a challenging workout yet in a comfortable environment (no pressure, rankings, hierarchy, etc.) but still learn the value of discipline and having fun along the way. I have taken my knowledge of boxing and Martial Arts techniques and meshed it together to create Extending Fitness, LLC. Like many others, I have become tired of going to over populated gyms and not getting my workout regime completed.
I work out each person with the intensity as if they were training to be in competition. I believe it’s not about how many reps a person can do, instead it is about what you do with the reps. I like to push the pace and the limits without being a bully. My system has no rankings, no hierarchy. I believe everyone should be treated with the same respect regardless of experience. Don’t get me wrong, you WILL be challenged through developing strength in your inner core, self discipline, and confidence that you didn’t think was possible.
Photo courtesy of Christopher Smith @ www.christopherjon.net
- Erik Wander, Instructor
- Revgear Ambassador Wins In Japan February 21, 2012Revgear Ambassador Jon Shores traveled to Japan and returned victorious, fighting in Pancrase – Impressive Tour 13 at the Differ Ariake Arena in Tokyo. Shores defeated 19-7 Japanese fighter Tomonari Kanomata via unanimous decision at the end of five rounds. Shores’ professional MMA record is now 9-0. MMA is very popular in the US, Japan, and Brazil. Why […]
- Agapito Perez Takes Out His Third Opponent In A Row February 13, 2012Congratulations to Revgear Ambassador Agapito Perez who knocked out his opponent in the second round at the South Texas Fighting Championship in Mcallen, TX. This brings Agapito’s professional record to 2-0, and 3-0 overall. Tweet This! Share this on Facebook Share this on LinkedIn Share this on del.icio.us Add this to Google Reader Email this to a friend? […]
- Finally – Solid Protection For Leg Kicks February 8, 2012Contributing Guest Blogger Gary Edwards Head MMA coach at Laurel Mountain MMA, North Carolina The constant wear and tear on your body from holding mitts and thai-pads can take its toll. I’ve had many back injuries over the years, so I’m always reluctant when grabbing kick pads to hold for students. It is really hard to avoid bad posture and back strain whe […]
- New Gym Open House In Woodland Hills February 7, 2012Revgear Customer, The Way Of No Way, will be hosting an open house this Saturday, February 11, from 10am-2pm at 6400 Independence Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. Revgear congratulations Reza and his family and team for all their hard work and dedication. Come see how The Way Of No Way has changed the game. Don’t miss the demonstrations, snacks, raffles and gi […]
- Kids Gear Like You’ve Never Seen Before January 31, 2012Have trouble finding quality equipment for kids? Revgear’s new collection of kids’ training gear is finally here! Boxing gloves, MMA gloves, shin guards, and everything your little martial artist needs in fresh vibrant green is available now at Revgear.com. Tweet This! Share this on Facebook Share this on LinkedIn Share this on del.icio.us Add this to Google […]