Dozens signed up for the chance to take part in the fifth edition of Agency Wars. Over several weeks, they tested their mettle against professional coaches, strict trainers and their own physical limitations. Twenty four of those brave souls have been chosen to enter the ring at Toronto’s Arcadian Court on Nov. 26.
Marketing is profiling the men and women who’ve shed blood, sweat and tears for Ronald McDonald House and NABS. What makes someone step in the ring? Meet the fighters for the Red and Blue teams to find out.
Nadia Bergeron – Red Team
Job Title: Senior Graphic Designer
Agency: Phosphorus Media
Nickname: Beauty and the Beast
Why did you decide to take part?
For the last two and a half years I have gone through a major transformation, losing 77 pounds. I have completed 120 days straight of the Insanity workouts with Shaun T. Running Tough Mudder last fall to muay Thai training — I’m always looking for another challenge. Agency Wars seemed like the perfect one. Now I’m here on the red team and I’m ready to bring it come fight night!
Have you ever done anything like this before (boxing, fighting)?
Yes, I trained in kickboxing for three years from 16-18 and Muay Thai for the past two years.
What do you like about it?
My favourite part of training is when I’m in my own zone working it out on the bag or shadow boxing — I get to focus and plan the fight in my mind. It’s actually relaxing in a crazy way, plus in my mind I always win my fight. It’s also great having the opportunity to work with amazing coaches and with the red team as we continually motivate each other.
What’s the toughest part of training?
Without a doubt, the toughest part is getting up in the mornings for the run and sprints.
What have you picked for your walkout song?
All I Do Is Win by DJ Khaled feat. Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross, T-Pain, Ludacris
What message do you have for your opponent?
’The Real Deal’ Dannielle has just made the worst deal of her life!
Dannielle Carrier – Blue Team
Job Title: Broadcast Media Assistant
Agency: PHD
Nickname: The Real Deal
Why did you decide to take part?
I have never done anything like this before and I wanted to try something new and get in shape!
Have you ever done anything like this before (boxing, fighting)?
I have no experience with boxing at all.
What do you like about it?
I like how physically demanding it is.
What’s the toughest part of training?
The toughest part of training is definitely the dieting.
What have you picked for your walkout song? And how is it representative of who you are as a fighter?
I haven’t chosen a walkout song yet. I am going to pick something loud and high energy.
What message do you have for your opponent?
Come out swinging! I want this to be an exciting fight.
