The Art of Manliness #524: Boxing Trainer Teddy Atlas on What It Means to Be a Man
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Jul 10, 2019 
Teddy Atlas, renowned boxing trainer and ESPN analyst, shares his unconventional journey from a privileged background to training 18 world champions. He discusses lessons learned from his mentor, Cus D'Amato, and how boxing shaped his views on personal responsibility and manhood. Teddy recounts intense training in the South Bronx, emphasizing the resilience developed in fighters facing tough environments. He reflects on the impact of family teachings on masculinity and uses boxing as a metaphor for overcoming life's challenges.
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Early Troubles
- Teddy Atlas, son of a respected doctor, became a high school dropout and engaged in criminal activities.
- He believes this stemmed from a misdirected desire for his father's attention, who primarily focused on his patients.
Discovering Boxing
- Atlas found boxing as a teenager and trained under Cus D'Amato, who recognized his potential as a trainer.
- D'Amato convinced Atlas to become a trainer, highlighting his ability to help others through boxing.
Building a Gym
- Atlas transformed D'Amato's semi-retired gym, training numerous amateurs and professionals, including Mike Tyson.
- D'Amato motivated Atlas by calling him "the young master."
