SUMMER BODIES ARE MADE IN WINTER

Feeling punchy? Here are five studios where you can start sparring indoors We know, we know – it's cold outside, and the thought of peeling yourself out of the warm bed at dawn makes you want to collapse in a heap of tears. But you. Must. Perservere. Because summer bodies don't just appear like magic the minute December 1 rolls around. They're earned during the cold weather months. Outta bed!

01 Boxfit Sydney

Every Monday and Wednesday evening, former Australian amateur boxing and Golden Gloves heavyweight champ Michael Isgro welcomes anyone who wants to learn traditional boxing skills and fitness training techniques. Cnr Cathedral & Riley Sts, Woolloomooloo 2011. 0416 362 664. boxfit.com.au. Mon, Wed 6.30-7.30pm.

02 Boxing Works

Located in the centre of Sydney, Boxing Works is one of the few gyms that offer classes from boxing, kickboxing and mixed martial arts to wrestling, weightlifting, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and a complete cardio workout area. 74-84 Foveaux St, Surry Hills 2010. 02 9281 7217. www.boxingworks.com.au. Mon-Fri 6am-8.30pm; Sat 8.30am-1pm.

03 Joe’s Boxing Club Sydney

This boxing school teaches proper punching methods in a class environment and welcomes those who are interested in using the club as a casual training facility. 20/118 Queens Rd, Five Dock 2046. 02 9715 2083. www.joesboxing.com.au. Mon 5pm-8pm; Tue-Thu 10.30am-8pm; Sat 8am-3pm.

04 KickTactics

Curious about boxing, but afraid of commitment? Your first class at KickTactics is on the house. 78a Princes Hwy, St Peters 2044. 1300 348 367. www.kicktactics.com.au. Mon-Fri 9am-8.30pm; Sat 8.30am-noon.

05 Sydney Uni Boxing Club

Everyone, student or not, is welcome at the Sydney Uni Boxing Club's training nights. First-timers should drop in for a Monday or Wednesday evening class, where they'll be paired with others at their skill level. Codrington St, Darlington 2008. 02 9351 4978. sydneyuniboxing.com.au.