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With coupon, not valid with other offers. Expires 10/2/14. — MILK& EPIC KOSHER CATERII1G A DIVISION OF MILK 8 HONEY HONEY KOSHER-CHOLOV YISROEL Jewish Community Center GLATT KOSHER Adat Shalom Synagogue phone 1(855) 543 - EPIC fax 1(248) 785-0123 m I khoneyotheep icureangrou p.com www.theepicu reang roup . com/kosher 1946660 116 September 18 • 2014 m Robin Schwartz JN Contributing Writer I I I I ue the Rocky theme song and stay out of her way! Those who know Ronnie Fagin, 94, of Southfield call her a superstar, an inspi- ration and one tough cookie. The pint- sized powerhouse throws hooks and jabs with the best of them in weekly kickbox- ing classes at Franklin Athletic Club in Southfield. The three daughters she raised with her late husband, Dr. Donald Fagin, her eight grandchildren and 10 great-grand- children are some of her biggest fans — and so is trainer George Jones. He was once a sparring partner with a German heavyweight-boxing champion, and even he's impressed. He says Ronnie's age is not an obstacle. "She comes to class with her own box- ing gloves, her own gear and everything" Jones explains. "She does all the moves, all the punches. When we get a new person in class, she shows them how to do it" Fagin has a regular spot and punching bag she uses in the classes she attends two to three times a week. She still drives herself to and from the gym. She also does Zumba, a high-energy exercise routine that com- bines aerobics and dance moves. "It's dynamic; I find it wonderful. It's a wonderful release," she says about her fitness routine. "Boxing is great for upper body and arm strength. It takes care of your whole body and it's very good for the brain, too. Every senior should Ronnie Fagin do it:' boxing pose. The only thing Fagin doesn't do anymore is kick. She's careful not to lose her balance after undergoing hip replacement surgery. The former Detroit elementary school reading teacher says she's been active all her life, playing ten- nis and doing a variety of physical activi- ties. She started boxing about 10 years ago at age 84. "You have to do it in moderation, at your own speed" she advises. "You can't compete with others" Jones says when people who are 50-60 years old express reservations about being able to keep up with his advanced Instructor George Jones works side by side with Ronnie Fagin, 94. class, he tells them about Ronnie. "I think she teaches all of us a lesson about the joy of living" he says. "She's doing the things she loves. Everyone looks at her and says, 'This is unbeliev- able! I want to be just like her!"' am Fagin will celebrate her 95th birthday in mid-October with family and friends. It will be a more low-key cel- ebration than the blow-out dance party she threw last year at Franklin. Her grand- daughter, Laura Meisner of Boston, and other family members say they can't wait to celebrate another remark- able year. "Over the years, I have con- strikes a tinually admired her zest for life and admittedly am often exhausted in attempts to keep up with her constant trips to the DIA, the theater or pop-culture lec- tures" Meisner says. "Not only is she physically fit (she occasionally wears 'Shut Up and Work Out' T-shirts), but she also is perhaps the most stylish, eclectic person I've met in my life. More importantly, she is an incredibly loving, caring and giving per- son. It's quite amazing" - ❑ For more information about Franklin Athletic Club, call (248) 352-8000 or go to franklinclub.com