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15 May 2025
BETTER

For those of you who know me, BETTER is one of my favorite words. When emPeeps exit the massage room, the group room, or one of my empowerment coaching sessions and claim they feel BETTER, it warms my heart. As a recovering perfectionist, I have learned that BETTER means progress is being made, which is enough. When we explore new activities or step out of our comfort zone, we may set unrealistic expectations. Expecting to be perfect in our fitness training is truly a disservice to ourselves. If we could do every move perfectly the first time, we wouldn’t have the opportunity to grow, get stronger, and become more mobile. Our goal at Get emPowered Fitness Studio is to guide you to ....
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30 Apr 2025
Anti-Aging Blog by Raeanne

Anti-aging is a hot topic right now. As you scroll through any social media platform, listen to the radio, or watch television, you will find commercials promoting anti-aging products and remedies. As my 61 st birthday approaches this month, I asked myself these two questions… Why don’t I want to age? I believe we all want a young person’s energy, mobility, vibrancy, and strength. As we age, we lose some of those qualities. But I also know, through experience, we gain so much more with age. For example, I can no longer do a back flip on a four-inch wide balance beam, but now I understand the risk involved even for a young person. How do I prevent aging? I ....
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11 Apr 2025
Where Do I Begin?

Are you thinking about making changes to your lifestyle to improve your health? If you are, you’re probably wondering “Where do I begin?” If you are someone who hasn’t participated in structured exercise in a while or possibly never, you might be intimidated or confused on how to get the ball rolling. We suggest you start slow, moving your body in a gentle way to allow your joints, connective tissue, and mind-body connection to acclimate to your new demands. Our Yoga or Active Recovery classes Get emPowered Fitness Schedule are the perfect combination of movement and elongation for range of motion, balance, functional strength, and flexibility. If a group setting ....
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31 Mar 2025
Plays Well With Others

Are you someone who loves to be around happy, energetic people? Do you draw energy and inspiration from those around you? Do you like a playful, fun workout? If you have answered yes to any or all of these questions, my guess is you thrive in an encouraging community. Frankly, who doesn’t? I bet YOU’RE someone who “plays well with others” 😊 Get emPowered Fitness has some of the friendliest, most welcoming emPeeps (empowering People). Our facility is unique in many ways with our empowering community being one of them. Many emPeeps call us their “Happy Place”. If you want to work out with friends, need a listening ear during your massage, or want to ....
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13 Mar 2025
COMMITMENT

The other day I was questioning why do some emPeeps fade away after a short time with us and why others remain committed and loyal to their workouts with GEFS. So, I asked a few of our emPeeps their thoughts on the concept of commitment. The two major responses I received were: Those who faded away usually were training to meet a goal for an event or timeline; A child’s wedding, a big trip, hiking in Europe, 50 th birthday, etc. Once the goal or event was met, the training was no longer needed, and they faded away. Those who remained committed train for long-term health and wellness; and a better quality of life. They have become aware of the benefits of training with GEFS: ....
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25 Feb 2025
Sustainability

Sustainability is a hot topic today. Sustainability is defined as “the ability of something to endure over time”. We think about it in terms of our environmental health and economic vitality. But have you ever thought about sustainability when it comes to YOUR health and well-being? Do you have regular daily practices that your 80–90-year-old self will thank you for? If not, maybe it’s time you do. At Get emPowered Fitness, we focus on sustainable, functional movement that transfers to your everyday life. We encourage stretch therapy, massage therapy, Yoga, and Active Recovery classes for recovery and restorative care. We use positive, empowering language to fuel ....
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12 Feb 2025
Thought without Action

As many of you know, I just completed several days with Tony Robbins, the motivational speaker, among other titles. This quote from his seminar really resonated with me, “Thought without action destroys all potential.” How many times in our lives have we known what needs to be done, and how to do it, and yet we fail to take action on it? My answer is "too many times!!" What holds us back? Fear, doubt, insecurity? All of them? Would we take action if we knew we wouldn’t fail or be judged? Most likely! Our thoughts can push us towards amazing accomplishments. However, we MUST take action. Your thoughts serve a purpose. You can achieve your goal, but the ....
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29 Jan 2025
Purpose?

You were created on purpose for a purpose. Did you know that? You are here right now for a reason with the gifts and talents you have for a reason. You have a role to fulfill in this big world that no one else can fill. When my girls danced with The Grand Rapids Ballet Company, the Artistic Director would frequently remind every dancer how important their role was no matter how insignificant they thought it was. In Nutcracker, can you imagine a Mouse King with no mice? Or a Snow King and Queen with no snow corps dancers? It takes each and every dancer to make the scene happen effectively. You too, have that important role in this world. Whether you are the King or the corps, your gifts ....
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emPowered minds

As I continue reflecting on TIME this year, I am recognizing how much time I waste. So, I have decided to become more mindful of what I am feeding my brain. I am purging the unnecessary, harmful, wasteful garbage from my daily living. I notice how much time I waste on social media, just scrolling, with no intention or purpose. I watch tv and movies that don’t entertain me and sometimes create unnecessary anxiety. I mindlessly play games or watch reels on my phone…all wasting time that I could use for productive, enjoyable, satisfying activities. I invite you to identify where you are wasting time and take action. Feed your mind and emotions with good, purposeful, entertaining ....
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31 Dec 2024
TIME! by Raeanne

“Time is free, but it’s priceless. You can’t own it, but you can use it. You can’t keep it, but you can spend it. Once you’ve lost it you can never get it back.” Harvey MacKay You have 8760 hours or 525,600 minutes in 2025. How will you use that time? Will you plan your time? Live it spontaneously? Prioritize a bucket list activity? Or waste it? The choice is yours. Our time is limited so let’s live out our time wisely, intentionally, and with presence. Time is now. Be present. Be intentional. Be wise. We only get 8760 hours this year, so let’s live 2025 with purpose. ....
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BETTER

Anti-Aging Blog by Raeanne

Where Do I Begin?

Plays Well With Others

COMMITMENT

Sustainability

Thought without Action

Purpose?

emPowered minds

TIME! by Raeanne

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