A Fighter’s Journey—Boxing, Barbering & Beyond (with Jack Silva)

In this episode of The Mack & G Show, we sit down with Jack Silva—a former Golden Gloves boxer turned endurance athlete and fitness coach. Jack shares his incredible journey from his early days in the ring to overcoming a career-ending injury and finding new challenges in Ironman races and marathons. With over 30 years of experience as a personal trainer and barber, Jack brings a unique perspective on discipline, longevity, and staying active as we age.

We dive into the world of boxing, including his experiences training with legends like Mickey Ward and Dicky Eklund, the mental toughness required for endurance sports, and the launch of his new online fitness coaching platform, Enduro Plus Fitness. If you’re looking for motivation to get moving—no matter your age—this episode is for you.

Highlights include:
• Training with Mickey Ward and Dicky Eklund
• The brutal reality of boxing and why it’s not for everyone
• How Jack transitioned from boxing to Ironman races
• The mental game of endurance sports
• How men over 40 can stay fit and strong
• The launch of EndurO+ Fitness

Whether you’re a former athlete looking to get back in shape or just need a kickstart, Jack’s story is packed with inspiration.

 

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to Episode 17 - Like & Subscribe!
01:42 The Eagles saved Brady’s legacy—Super Bowl banter
03:56 Introducing Jack Silva: A fighter in and out of the ring
06:02 Introducing Jack Silva: A fighter in and out of the ring
07:15 From childhood boxing rings to Golden Gloves champion
16:12 Career-ending injury and the pivot to endurance sports
23:35 Funny story about Dicky Eklund’s botched hair dye job
29:00 Training with Mickey Ward—sparring stories
33:22 The insane world of Ironman races and marathons
42:32 Fitness after 40: The biggest mistakes guys make
43:50 Introducing EndurO+, Jack’s new online coaching platform
51:05 Favorite workout music, boxing movies, and the best steak
58:03 Final advice: It’s never too late to start getting fit

 

Links & Mentions:

Follow Jack's Instagram Account
Boston Hair Design (Lihue, HI) - https://bostonhair.rocks/
InStyle Hair Designs and Skin Spa (Westford, MA)
Julie Moss - Ironman 1982
Southpaw Official Trailer (2015)

 

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