TJ's Gym Weekly News 2/28/2020

SHOUT OUT TO COACH NICK!

There is no denying Nick’s passion for getting people fit, armed with as much research and data behind him as possible. Nick is responsible for all of the behind-the-scenes programming at the gyms, and he’s also an exceptional in-person coach, as many of you know. Thanks for all you do, Nick!

Message from TJ

"Aunties Need to Handle, Too."

We had a wonderful week in Hawaii last week. It was our first real family vacation in six years! My days all started the same way: up at 5am and down to the gym. By 6:30, I was on my walk as the sun rose, and then I would settle in with my book (Educated by Tara Westover—totally recommend it) and read until everyone came down from the room to start the day. As I sat by the hotel pool in those early hours, I had the opportunity to chat with the staff as they set up the towels, chairs, and umbrellas for the day.

The first thing I noticed was that almost all of these folks looked fit and jacked—wide shoulders, thin waists, built butts and legs. They moved efficiently and smoothly, negotiating everything from towel carts to huge umbrella stanchions to multiple beach chairs at a time.

I asked one of the men what he did for workouts. He said that the normal Hawaiian routine was to do a ton of surfing, swimming, and rowing. I couldn't help but say, "You guys don't look like the typical surfers I see back home!” He laughed, saying that yes, he does lift a weights almost every day, as well. He said that his generation was taught by the "Uncles,” a term of reverence for older men on the islands, that if they wanted to do all the fun stuff, they’d better be strong, or else they'll lose that ability as they age.

The next day, there was a young woman setting up the beach chairs. Like the others, she looked super fit. I asked her the same questions I’d asked the day before, and she said that in their free time not only do Hawaiians do a lot of water sports, but they spend a lot of time helping their parents, grandparents, and neighbors with their properties, building trails, clearing invasive brush, etc. She said she goes to the gym regularly, as well.

I said I never see native Hawaiians running or jogging. She laughed and said, "Nah, what's the point? It doesn't do anything." I laughed and then told her about the conversation I’d had with the young man the day before. She nodded and said that the other point of getting strong and fit is that the culture requires men the men be protective of women, to be able to raise a family and have the ability to balance work and recreation. Inactivity is seen as unattractive and lazy.

"Uncles need to handle" she said. I loved that quote. They need to have the strength of the mind, body, soul, and appearance to be valued in their culture.

I said "True, but look at you! You're hauling these chairs around, digging sandbags for the umbrellas, and jamming them into the ground like it's no big deal. I don't see much difference between you and the guys."

She smiled, looked out at the ocean, and said "Ya, Aunties need to handle, too."

REGISTRATION FOR OUR ANNUAL TJ’s GYM RODEO IS NOW LIVE! SATURDAY, MARCH 28th AT TJ’S SAN RAFAEL! DON’T MISS OUT!

SAME FORMAT AS LAST YEAR. YOU’LL REGISTER ON YOUR OWN, AND WE WILL CREATE EVEN TEAMS OF THREE. CLICK ON THE IMAGE BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION AND THE REGISTRATION LINK.

Complimentary Goal-setting sessions are still available!

I encourage you to set up a complimentary goal-setting session with me. Give me 15 minutes, and we can spearhead some major positive changes to make 2020 the beginning of a great new decade for you!

PLEASE SCHEDULE HERE. if you can't find a spot that works, email allison@tjsgym.com to find one that does!

I'm looking forward to meeting with you soon!

TJ

ANNOUNCING SPRING 2020 YOUTH FITNESS AT TJ’S GYM!

With our winter session Winding down (ends March 15th), it’s time to register for Spring session! This will be a 12-week session getting us to summer!

March 16-June 14th, 2020*

*No classes April 6-12th for Spring Break

Please note new Monday 4pm TEEN class in Mill Valley!

HEAD TO OUR YOUTH FITNESS PAGE FOR PRICING DETAILS!

TJ’s Gym BOOTCAMP!

Bring friends and family—no experience necessary for Bootcamp classes, and first class is free! All we need is our online waiver completed prior to class. TJ’s members can also try a class without it counting towards membership allotment. Email allison@tjsgym.com to make it happen!