During a Pandemic it’s okay to not be alright
Last week I was on edge. Yeah Yeah I know we are all in this together I was impatient.I was annoyed.I was irritated.I HAD ENOUGH I don't think I'm alone in this because while I was standing in line to get into Sprouts there was an argument that resulted in the police being called and ... read more >
Look for the Lighthouses
Fitness Industry Leader Todd Durkin shared a great word of wisdom that resonated strongly with me. In Hard Ties Todd encouraged us to: "Be a Lighthouse. What does a light house do? It serves." Uncertain times will cause people to reflect on what's most important in life. As distractions are ripped away and people focus ... read more >
The real role of Wellness and Fitness Professionals in a Pandemic
If you’re scrolling social media, then you may be seeing fitness professionals and instructors advertising free workouts or promoting donation based classes. For many fitness professionals this is a scary time because many of our studios and fitness facilities have closed and we now must rely on the virtual space for income. This hasn’t been ... read more >
Resisting Pressures to Achieve during a Pandemic
There's a post making the rounds on social media that says: If you don't come out of this quarantine with a new skill, Your side hustle started, and more knowledgeYou never lacked timeYou lacked discipline Friends, this is stupid. For Pete's Sake this is a Pandemic! It's not a vacation. We are experiencing a once every ... read more >
Bored? Get into a Routine
When you hear about families who have lost a loved one due to Covid-19, complaints about being bored seem petty in comparison. However being bored can lead to destructive behaviors like going outside or picking up unhealthy coping mechanisms (stress eating, excess alcohol consumption, etc) After sheltering in place nearly two weeks ago, I had ... read more >
Review: Peloton app…and other Home Workout Resources
I've heard a lot about the Peloton app and since we're all working out at home, I decided to try it. Peloton is known for their Cycle and Treadmill Classes but they also offer Strength, Cardio, and Yoga Classes as well. I took a 20 minute Total Body Workout with Robin Arzon and it was ... read more >
