Special Olympics Missouri’s Post

After I had initially digested Yves’ 3-minute read, I had to self-reflect and consider the subtleties embedded in Yves’ great Think Piece. Yves is talking about me and certain members of my family. My maternal grandmother passed away @ 95—and only then because someone had accidentally tripped and fell on her on the street in New York City. My father passed away at 92—and only then because his cancer chemo treatment forced him into 8 years of dialysis treatment until his body finally gave out. My mom is 93+, I can’t publish her real age. She shops, cooks, cleans, does laundry, and plays with her great grand kids in New York City. These family members started getting active after my sister, brother and I left the family nest. My folks didn’t think about getting old, they just wanted to stay functionally self sufficient for as long as possible. They were thankful that they had survived the depression and World War 2. I’m not thinking about “getting old”. I’m thinking about staying functionally fit. I will occasionally need great coaching from great FitPros who have great emotional intelligence skills in addition to their technical skills. If I attempt to start a new activity, I would definitely seek out assistance from the appropriate FitPro. Now this is me. FAST FORWARD. What happens to those individuals who don’t have my background in the Sector? They will indeed require guidance, support, coaching and in the best of all worlds, they may even need lifestyle coaching support that goes beyond “Sets & Reps”! And agreeing with Yves’ thesis, when will they start thinking about “functional longevity”? At the age of 45, 50 or 60+. Or maybe they consider this issue after one of their family members passes away suddenly; or maybe a friend or family member ceases to be functional? In any event, to Yves’ point, are our Clubs, Studios and Fitness Professionals prepared intellectually & emotionally to address these very real customer-centric needs? Thank you Yves for giving another “Think Piece” to consider.  Allison Flatley Amy Thompson Ann Gilbert Dr. Paul Bedford Julian Barnes Lisa Kuecker Sara Kooperman Allison Porter Sal Pellegrino Bryan K. O'Rourke Debbie Bellenger Jon Nasta FCIM David Minton #activeaging #healthandwellness #businessgrowthstrategies #meetingthecustomerwheretheyareat

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Home office or home Gym: Which tops your must have list? Whether you're zooming through meetings or crushing your fitness goals, let's find a home that fits your lifestyle perfectly, drop a comment below with your choice and let's start the search for your ideal space!

Home office or home gym: which tops your must-have list? Whether you're zooming through meetings or crushing your fitness goals, let's find a home that fits your lifestyle perfectly. Drop a comment below with your choice and let’s start the search for your ideal space!

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