What inspired you to join
the Vitality Fitness team?
I had a co-worker who told me about the Groupon for
Vitality and herded me to try it out (friends don't let
friends sweat alone!). I had worked out before and was
in great shape a few years back but like many people, fitness
levels ebb and flow and I was not at my best. I figured this would
be a good opportunity to kick start my motivation, try something
new as I have not been a group exercise kinda gal, preferring to do
my own thing at the gym.
About 2 weeks in.......I realized I wouldn't follow
through on my own going to the gym and decided to sign up as it was
enjoyable and different. I liked the trainers right away and
saw the value with the form correction (I wasn't doing a deadlift
properly all this time??? who knew!!) as well as the
accountability, it offers. And... the rest is
history!
A few months later.... the stars aligned and the
admin role came open and I thought...I like this place.... I
can do that! And the rest is history. Vitality is part
of my life that isn't a sacrifice or “task” to show up for whether
it's my own personal time working out or working there and getting
to know the many, many amazing people that make it what it
is.
What is your favourite
form of exercise/physical activity?
I really enjoy the Obstacle course races-its mentally and
physically challenging, but you can't prepare for these without the
strength training. Oddly...I do enjoy push ups.... going from
my knees and not being able to do 5 to be able to do almost 3 sets
of 15 on hands and feet feels like a major accomplishment!
And with proper form. I love racket sports as well (squash, tennis
and even ping pong or table tennis too!)
It's a Saturday night,
you've ate healthy all week and it's time to have a cheat meal.
What do you choose?
So many things.... wine, beer, cheese, bread, dark, DARK
chocolate, throw some nuts in there too, CARAMEL for sure!
Lately....a good burger and fries! Dim Sum is great too.
What is the one thing
people would be surprised to know about
you?
Hmmm...not much. I am pretty open. I do enjoy downtime and quiet
time to just be despite being an energetic person.
What is the best
advice/words of wisdom you have ever received?
Be brave!
Evolve yourself, not others.
When you let your light shine, it is an invitation for others to
do the same and brighten any place.
