In college I lived on the elliptical, but I havent been on one since.

Every session ended with song, dance, prayer, or all three.

It was grounding and joyous, and I could feel those elusive endorphins coursing through my body.

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I slept like a rock every night.

It used to come on TV and Id be annoyed because I wanted to watch cartoons, he says.

Nothings done half right when it comes to boxing; everything is done with passion.

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Plus, he adds, you see amazing talents.

Some are much better than me, I was just able to get opportunities that they werent able to.

Many of the best athletes in the world honed their talents on no-frills neighborhood courts and fields.

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We do whatever it takes to be a champion.

My belief is that my gym is the best in Accra, he says.

Its about consistency, he says.

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You dont have to go mad, you just need a routine.

Stretching, sleeping, rehydratingthats important too.

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