Eve Jaso, a radio presenter in Dubai, looks back on the opening weekend of Fighting Fit Dubai trials, where the respective groups were put through a gruelling workout.
The eight-part reality TV series will follow a group of men and women as they take on the challenge to become champions of the boxing ring.
After eight weeks of training, the two teams of eight will compete against each other in the boxing ring on the final Fight Night, for the chance to be crowned Fighting Fit Dubai Champions.