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"At 56, one of the lessons I’ve learned about fitness, work, parenting, and life in general, is that if you don’t change, you don’t grow. Like Heather says, “If you’re not in the zone you want to be in, change something!” I learned a lot in the corporate world over three decades. So, when my company announced a move to Texas, I decided to stay here, officially retire, and venture out on my own. I don’t have it all figured out, but I am doing 1:1 coaching, planning change workshops, and consulting on corporate leadership programs. My mission is to help people and organizations navigate change in ways that help them not just survive but grow and thrive. If anyone is looking for help with changes at work, let me know. I’m in a stage now of “running the experiments” and testing out some of my materials. Glad to share some approaches to see what might help you." - Kelly W.
My 19-year old son and his friend, whose Mom is also a HG Studios member, challenged us to do a sprint triathlon in mid-June with them. The other Mom had not been swimming in a while, and I’m such a slow swimmer and runner, that we both had reservations. But I am so glad both of us Moms realized when your 19-year-old kid actually ASKS you to do something together, you do it! The cycle classes at RPM and a few outdoor rides prepared us for the sprint distance, and I joined the Spring-It-On challenge to keep me accountable to training. I found great motivation to stay up with others swimming and running outside the gym with SIO and advice from Kelly to fuel for the event. Since our race was a shorter one, there were people of all abilities and lots of plus-50 athletes. The fit women in their 50s, 60s and 70s were truly inspiring! We had a great trip with our sons and set an example for them of a healthy lifestyle, even with the ice cream shops and BBQ joints along the way. As Kelly says, “There are no bad foods, all things in moderation.”
I became an Executive Member after friends said they appreciated the additional benefits. If you think you want to try these extras - Personal Training, InBody Analysis, Stretching - like I did, take the plunge! I found Monica’s Personal Training gave me a better appreciation of flexibility and form in weight lifting. She taught me how to get more from my other classes, too, with heavier weights and classes to take to improve flexibility. That’s why I’m sticking with Maggie’s Barre/Pilates (I've found those small muscle groups I never knew I had!!) Also, I found Vanessa’s interpretation of my InBody assessment was so kind, informed, and helpful to me setting goals. I wasn’t quite aware of how my body was changing but the data from the InBody was a motivator. It tracks the trendline, too, to see the changes over time.
HG is always growing and changing with new classes, instructors, and members. So, it’s more the inspiration I get than any consistency I apply to it. You won’t have a chance to get bored! In my work, there is a saying – “agility rhymes with stability”. I find that true with workouts at HG Studios, too. I like the stability of the small community that forms around certain workouts or times of day. You can count on certain instructors to inspire you or certain friends to be at a bike class in the early morning. Yet, I also appreciate the chance to be a newbie again and try something new.
I have always loved cardio and used to be an avid long-distance cyclist, so these intense and active workouts were familiar to me. But I never thought I’d be doing Barre/Pilates at 6:30 am or Yin Yoga at 6:30 pm on a Tuesday! But I love the grace of barre and the challenge of yoga so much. Yoga just seems to untangle so much more than tight muscles. I can get pretty keyed up and find the barre/pilates and yoga help my outlook as much as my flexibility. Doing the postures, no matter how clumsily, just unloosens things. I struggle, but look forward to all of the yoga classes so much. As Lindsey says in her wisest voice, “The wobble is the practice of yoga.”
Competent, kind, motivating, and challenging one another to improve. I’m continuously impressed with the members, who start out as just random folks spinning or jumping next to you. Over time, you realize we have so much in common, just by virtue of showing up and trying hard to take care of our health and fitness. Since it’s a local gym, you start to feel a sense of belonging when you see an HG member or instructor at your kid’s event, the coffee shop, or the grocery store. That sense of community is very special. The instructors bring a sense of humor, fun, friendliness - but also toughness. They don’t let you off the hook and always seem to notice if you are slacking! Plus, I am so impressed they know people’s names and can relate to so many people with individual fitness goals. It all comes down to caring. They care about fitness, the HG community, and they care about you.
You should be congratulated for showing up. Just starting out with fitness or beginning again after a hiatus is the bravest thing you can do. If it feels awkward at first, that’s okay, that’s progress, keep going, you’ll find it easier in no time. I know I love the social side now, but that tight community intimidated me at first. I had recently moved to the area and showed up at this place where I didn’t know anyone. But the instructors soon knew my name, then other members. You start seeing familiar people from your neighborhood, school or community. And if you look around, you’ll notice everyone is into their own workout. Seriously, they won’t notice anything you might be self-conscious about, anyway. If they do, it’s to help. You’ll notice everyone is at their own pace. “You do you,” as Sarah says in spin classes. You’ll thank yourself for sticking with it, as each workout makes you stronger and gets you closer to your goals.
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