City Parks Gym

$42.00

City Parks Gym ash short sleeve crewneck t-shirt representing the gym in New York City, New York.
100% Combed Cotton Jersey for ultimate comfort whether you’re at the gym or out on the town.
Model is 6′ 180lbs and always wears a medium. If you want a looser fit, go up a size.
Classic fit t-shirt with City Parks Gym logo.
Double-Needle Stitched, Soft and smooth, Garment-washed & pre-shrunk, No pilling after wash.
City Parks Gym t-shirts are imported directly to XXIV VII
Manufactured in Canada and screen printed in Chicago. This is the highest quality cotton t-shirt on the market.

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In the early 1960s, Muhammad Ali, then known as Cassius Clay, trained at the City Parks Gym in New York City. Photographs from February 8, 1962, depict the young heavyweight working out at this facility, highlighting its role in his early professional career.

While specific details about the gym’s environment during that period are limited, training at City Parks Gym would have reflected the typical atmosphere of boxing facilities of the time. These gyms were often characterized by:

Spartan Facilities: Basic equipment and minimal amenities, focusing on functionality over comfort.
Intense Training Regimens: Emphasis on rigorous physical conditioning, technical drills, and sparring sessions.
Community of Fighters: A diverse mix of boxers, from novices to seasoned professionals, creating a competitive yet supportive environment.

Training in such settings required discipline, resilience, and a strong work ethic, qualities that Ali exemplified throughout his career.

Get inspired by the greats of the past that trained at City Parks Gym and push yourself to make the most of yourself!