Episode Title: From Battlefield to Peak Performance: Overcoming Challenges and Championing Change – Cyrus Rustom’s Fitness Revolution

Guest: ⁠⁠Cyrus Rustom⁠⁠ CEO of ⁠⁠Boxica⁠⁠, Director of ⁠⁠The Crucible Athlete⁠⁠, Former Commando & A Bitcoin Advocate

Host: RA George, ⁠⁠Blockchain DXB⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠Bitcoin DXB

This episode of The Blockchain DXB Podcast features the inspiring journey of Cyrus Rustom, a former Royal Marine Commando who transitioned into a leading figure in the fitness industry.

Cyrus shares his personal story of resilience, his decision to prioritize passion over monetary gain, and how his military background shaped his approach to fitness and entrepreneurship. He also delves into the creation of The Crucible Athlete, a competition designed to test raw athletic performance across foundational movements, eliminating skill-based advantages.

Contact details for Cyrus

LinkedIn - https://shorturl.at/ge5n1
Instagram ⁠@coachcyrus⁠
Business ventures
⁠Boxica ⁠
Website - https://boxica.ae/
LinkedIn - https://shorturl.at/dx66n
Instagram -⁠@boxica⁠
⁠The Crucible Athlete⁠
Instagram -⁠@thecrucibleathlete

Episode Overview

Cyrus’s Transformation: From battlefield experiences and life-threatening injuries to becoming a successful entrepreneur and fitness advocate.
Building a Fitness Community: How Boxica challenges traditional fitness norms and creates a welcoming space for everyone, regardless of fitness level.
The Crucible Athlete: The philosophy and structure behind this groundbreaking competition, designed to level the playing field for all athletes.
Resilience and Personal Growth: Cyrus shares life lessons on consistency, discipline, and staying true to oneself in the face of challenges.
The Role of Habits: Why habits are more important than motivation, and how they form the foundation for long-term success.
The Power of Visualization: How Cyrus uses vision boards and daily goal-setting to align his actions with his aspirations.

Military Lessons Applied to Fitness: Cyrus discusses how his time as a Commando instilled values of discipline and adaptability, which he now applies to his business and fitness journey.
Breaking Down Barriers in Fitness: Boxica’s mission is to create a welcoming, inclusive fitness community for everyone, regardless of experience or fitness level. It focuses on providing a non-intimidating environment where people feel supported as they work towards their goals.
Boxica’s Core Offerings and Innovation: While rooted in boxing and strength training, Boxica adapts to fitness trends like Hyrox while maintaining its core principles of functional fitness, community engagement, and accessibility.
Event Philosophy: The Crucible Athlete focuses on raw athletic output, featuring movements that test strength, endurance, and performance without requiring technical skill.
Navigating Trends: How Boxica adapts to popular fitness movements like Hyrox while maintaining its core values.
Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: The importance of setting ambitious goals, being patient, and finding consistency through habits.

"Resilience is about staying consistent and doing what needs to be done, especially when you don’t feel like it."
"Fitness isn’t just a lifestyle; it’s a priority that fuels your best self for personal and professional success."
"Set bigger goals for yourself and believe in your ability to achieve them."

Cyrus Rustom is a fitness entrepreneur and former Royal Marine Commando. With over 17 years of experience in the fitness industry, he has built Boxica, a thriving community-focused gym in Dubai. As the Director of

The Crucible Athlete, Cyrus is committed to creating innovative events that challenge athletes to push their limits and showcase their true potential.

Date: January 25, 2025
Location: ADNEC Center, Abu Dhabi
Registration Link here: https://competitioncorner.net/events/14766

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🔥 Cyrus Rustom’s Fitness Revolution - 💯From Battlefield to Peak Performance: Overcoming Challenges and Championing Change ❗🔴