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From Reluctant Gym-Goer to 5:30AM Regular
"If you had told me even a year ago that I was going to be someone who not only works out consistently, but comes five to six days a week, and occasionally even wakes up at 5:30 in the morning to come to an early class, there is no way I would have...
The Secret To Losing 12lbs In 6 Weeks
When Sangeeta Mitchell walked through our doors six weeks ago, she wasn't just looking for a workout program—she was searching for something deeper. "I came here completely down upon myself, no confidence whatsoever," she reveals. Fast forward to...
Use The Difficulty
A few years ago, I faced one of the most difficult challenges of my life. One of my adult children was struggling with addiction, and I needed to move to their city to support them through treatment for about three months. During this time, I...
Dr. Diet
Dr. Diet provides the foundation for our well being. In the Chek institute we talk about how everything in life is a choice, and we can make the optimal, suboptimal or do nothing choices. The quality of our food is crucial to sustaining a healthy...
Dr. Happiness
The last Doctor that we will discuss is DR. Happiness. Dr. Happiness is the chief Yang physician, and goes hand in hand with our core values, legacy, dreams, motives and virtue. The question we should all be asking ourselves is, is the life your...
Dr. Quiet
The next Doctor up to discuss is the chief Yin physician, Dr. Quiet. Dr. Quiet may be the most important doctor to check in with, daily. Dr. Quiet is in charge of rest, whether that is sleep or daily quiet time. When talking about the tai chi...
My Sacred Space
It's hard to remember my life before I exercised regularly. It is now such a major part of my day. It's a time I recharge, reclaim and slow things down. I feel so accomplished after a workout. I love that there is a beginning, middle and end. It...
The Glue Of The Body
Many times, when I am training clients or coaching bootcamps, we will train parts of our bodies such as joints, balance, core stability and mobility. These things aren't exactly sexy like glutes and biceps, but they are just as important. They are...
The Secret to Staying Forever Young
Growing older is a blessing, but sometimes feeling like it is not. We all want that forever young body and youthful joints that never ache and help us bound throughout the day. To fit perfectly into our jeans and not feel bloated or mentally foggy,...
What is aquatic therapy?
Aquatic Therapy is a great alternative or addition to land based rehabilitation that allows for you to work in a safe and comfortable environment. Sessions consist of water based exercises to work on body specific strength and mobility deficits....
5 Lessons Athletes Can Teach Us
April 1st marked my three-year anniversary working at Fitness Quest 10. Over the course of three years I have worked with MANY athletes. Professional, collegiate, high-school, and youth. I have noticed that the athletes who seem to achieve high...
4 Ways to Improve Your Heart Health & Fitness
There is a reason we are so passionate about coaching you in your health. There is a reason our coaches hold you accountable for coming to your sessions, and a reason we’re committed to providing you with world-class trainer/client relationships, a...
From Reluctant Gym-Goer to 5:30AM Regular
"If you had told me even a year ago that I was going to be someone who not only works out consistently, but comes five to six days a week, and occasionally even wakes up at 5:30 in the morning to come to an early class, there is no way I would have...