Joe Schmidt incorporates exercise via his bicycle commute to Volvo Powertrain, where he is a project management engineer, as well as“ fitness dates” at the YMCA with his wife.
bicycle he purchased with the incentive earned as a successful participant in Volvo’ s corporate healthcare initiative for his 10-mile round-trip work commute daily.“ Bike commuting only adds 20 minutes daily compared to driving. I get daily exercise, it’ s a great stress reducer, and helps retain flexibility in my arthritic knees.” He and his wife also schedule“ fitness dates” at Hagerstown’ s YMCA, where they take kickboxing and studio cycle classes and lift weights.
As a dedicated marathon runner— he’ s completed 11 JFK 50-mile races and 11 marathons during the past 15 years— CPA Gil Crumrine stays in competition form by running and playing tennis.“ Running provides good heart and aerobic exercise and a sense of accomplishment. It’ s very easy to measure conditioning and set goals to improve performance and participate in competitive events to test yourself. Tennis is a great team activity and stress release.” Gil reaps many rewards from his rigorous fitness schedule.“ It provides stress relief that relaxation doesn’ t provide. I am more alert and can work longer without mental or physical fatigue.”
KEEPING IT INTERESTING Longmeadow Animal Hospital Owner Dr. Tracy Barlup strives for variety.“ I get bored easily, plus I need flexibility and accountability.” Her regimen incorporates personal trainer workouts once weekly with four to five elliptical and KettleWorx ® workouts and occasional meditation and yoga classes.“ Staying fit lifts my mood. I have more energy to devote to my family, business, and community.” Liz Hopkinson has always been into fitness, and her flourishing business as owner of Your Next Occasion Catering
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