
Tobie Vermiere: From Overweight to future Champion - his Boxing Journey
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01/07/25 • 38 min
In this episode of the podcast, Jonathan Millard interviews professional boxer Toby, who shares his inspiring journey from being overweight to becoming a professional fighter. Toby discusses his early influences in boxing, the challenges he faced in his transformation, and the lessons learned from his debut and subsequent fights. He reflects on the importance of support in training camps, the realities of being a boxer, and his aspirations for the future. In this conversation, Tobie and Jonathan discuss the emergence of new talent in boxing, reflecting on personal experiences and growth within the sport. They explore Tobie's transition to the light heavyweight division, his future aspirations, and the importance of training and conditioning. The conversation wraps up with Tobie's social media presence and how fans can follow his journey.
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In this episode of the podcast, Jonathan Millard interviews professional boxer Toby, who shares his inspiring journey from being overweight to becoming a professional fighter. Toby discusses his early influences in boxing, the challenges he faced in his transformation, and the lessons learned from his debut and subsequent fights. He reflects on the importance of support in training camps, the realities of being a boxer, and his aspirations for the future. In this conversation, Tobie and Jonathan discuss the emergence of new talent in boxing, reflecting on personal experiences and growth within the sport. They explore Tobie's transition to the light heavyweight division, his future aspirations, and the importance of training and conditioning. The conversation wraps up with Tobie's social media presence and how fans can follow his journey.
BravoseFrom gloves to head protection, Bravose created a wide range of innovative and durable products.
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Led by a former Formula 1® driver since 2000, we're fuelled by passion, creativity and the grit
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00:00 - Introduction to James Ozzie Osborne
03:00 - James's Boxing Journey: From Amateur to Pro
05:59 - Experiences in Professional Boxing
09:02 - Learning from Setbacks: The Southern Area Fight
12:00 - Future Aspirations and Goals in Boxing
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17:51 - Life After Boxing: Coaching and Family
21:00 - Quickfire Questions and Closing Thoughts
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