Sunday Report 8/11/24

What a productive week!

In Hawaii, kids go back to school in August. Not only did we make it through the orientation week, but we also had the opportunity to walk through our new school campus, which has been 4 years in the making.

My boys attend Hawaii Technology Academy, a blended learning public charter school that involves at home work with teachers online and in person days, as well as out of classroom learning in the community. We love the school and were so happy to be able to attend the school blessing this past Saturday.

But a new schedule had me executing a crazy running week. I got all of my workouts in, including a Tempo day on Tuesday, a Hills and Drills Day on Friday and my 2 hour long and slow Saturday. I had done an hour walk Thursday as well, which put me in a coast to coast challenge scenario with three days in a row on my feet.

My Saturday 2 hours was just a walk, partially because of this and because it felt right. I'll get back on the running Tuesday. My watch died part way in, so it was an uncharted 2 hours on the Malino Mile.

I did finish another Audible Title: The Spirit of Kaizen by Bob Maurer which describes how even the smallest progression of steps can lead to big sustainable changes in your life. It was a great read, and I recommend it especially to those trying to develop the habit of exercise.

Each of these reads helps me refine my new program for high achievers, creating the easiest, most sustainable systems to help busy people start and stick with exercise routines that are perfect for them and their goals.

Preventing and fixing injuries, increasing energy, perfecting posture and improving balance are only some of the benefits from regular exercise. Stress management, disease prevention and reversal, strong muscles and bones and greater self confidence are a few more. There are so many reasons to move, it's a shame to let life's obstacles stand in the way of getting it in.

That's why we strive to help you and your family keep moving.

So don't forget to get that workout in today, even if it's a 10 minute walk.

Need more help getting started?

Don't hesitate to reach out to me at Kelsie@trunktrainers.com to begin to make a plan.

Have a great week everyone!

Xo,

Coach Kelsie Wehren

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