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I would often say to myself (in private, of course): If and
when I find time for myself, the first thing I’m going to do
is call a friend and spend the afternoon getting a mani and
pedi, do a little shopping, and have lunch or dinner, or
both.
The thought of using my “free”
time to exercise was non-existent. At that time, exercise
was one of my “least favorite things” to do. Of course
sharing my free time with a friend would have been one of my
“favorite things” to do – to experience something with a
friend is what makes things “fun.”
Well, guess what? Exercise ain’t
what it used to be. We could all take a cue from our
children. Combining social play with exercise comes
naturally to most kids – relay racing, roller skating,
football, basketball, etc. I remember as a kid getting up
early in the morning, running to my friends’ house to play
tag, to jump rope, to roll down hills or ice skate at Ottawa
Park, to go swimming at Willys Park, and sled down Jermain
Park’s snowy hills.
These memories are a strong part
of my childhood and are “care-free” memories that I love!
I’m sure most of you have stayed in touch with childhood
friends because you share “care-free” memories. Those
“care-free” memories play an important part in who we are
today and how we live our everyday lives.
Starting today, open your memory
gates and allow friendship, fun and laughter to enter in
your adult life. No matter what age you are, there are ways
of tapping into those childhood feelings again. You’re never
too old to be “happy and fulfilled.” So…tap into the Power
of a Fitness Sisterhood.
When I created “Fabulously Fit,”
I wanted to share my passion for dance and fitness.
Combining my two favorite passions brought back fun
memories of friendship, laughter, of high-school
cheerleading and parties where I would dance for hours
non-stop. I wanted to reclaim those “care-free” memories,
and that’s what “Fabulously Fit” offers - a fitness program
that gives you permission to feel young and energized.
My combination of cardio dance
and weight-bearing exercises is designed for women of all
sizes, ages and fitness levels. For one hour, leave your
troubles at home, release the stress, move your body, laugh,
sweat, and shake what your Ma-Ma gave ya. Be filled with
“care-free” fun-loving spirit for one hour. We work hard, we
lift weights and we sweat. We also laugh and love reaping
the benefits of a good work-out.
That is why I encourage you to
find a group fitness class – like Fabulously Fit. A group
fitness class allows you to meet new people; the classes
usually have a consistent schedule, and the same group of
women often attend those classes. I often announce in my
classes - if you don’t know the name of the person to your
left or right, chances are they don’t know your name either
– so how can you make a new friend if you don’t speak to
each other – reach out and attempt to connect with others.
A very good friend often tells
me – the bigger the circle, the bigger the view – and I’ve
found this to be so true! When you reach out to others in
class, chances are that person to your left or right – looks
forward to you showing up and will even reserve your spot in
class until you arrive….*hint-hint , FabFit back row*!
A strong fitness sisterhood will
hold you accountable for your actions. Everyone experiences
a time where they need to take a break – but just know –
when you open your heart to a Fabulously Fit sisterhood,
your sisters already know what you’re going through, and
have already put a plan of support in place to help you get
to where you need to be.
Our sisterhood has visited each
other’s homes. We know each other’s families, we know each
others likes and dislikes, strengths and weaknesses. We not
only exercise together, we celebrate together, we pray
together, we praise together and we mourn together. We are
connected through exercise, and we reach out to others to
encourage them to live a healthier, happy, care-free
lifestyle.
I encourage women of all ages,
cultures, sizes, and fitness levels to: Leave the dishes in
the sink; the laundry can wait! Get off the couch! Leave the
comfort of your four walls! Make new friends! Reclaim your
“care free” spirit! Reach out to a group of women who have
fun working out and have similar lifestyle goals and needs!
We all have one goal in common – to be strong healthy and
fit women who strive to live a spiritually happy and healthy
stress-free life – so
Tap into the Power of
A Fitness Sisterhood!!
Yours In Fitness!
Angela R.
Steward
Certified
Group Fitness Trainer
Healthy
Living Motivator
Head
Instructor and Owner of
FABULOUSLY
FIT GEM
1855 S.
Reynolds Rd., Suite C (in Olive Garden Plaza)
Toledo, Ohio
43614
Classes: Mon
6a, 9a & 6p, Tues 6a & 6p, Wed 6a & 6p, Thurs 6a & 6p & Sat
8:15 & 9a
Email:
FabFitu@yahoo.com
Phone:
419-699-9399
Stop into
any class, your first visit is….FREE!!!!
*Angela R. Steward
Creator of Fabulously Fittm
Fitness Coach & Motivator
Certified Weight Loss Consultant
Co-Owner of Studio Fitness
Fabulously Fit Classes:
1413 Bernath Parkway (off
Airport Hwy, across from TGIF)
Mon 9am, Wed 6pm, Fri 6pm, Sat
9am, Sun 3pm
Website: Fabfitu.com for a free
fitness pass!
Email:
FabFitu@yahoo.com
Cell: (419) 699-9399
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