Today's Takeaway with Florine Mark
Health & Fitness:Mental Health
With Autumn Weidenhamer, Yoga Instructor & Fitness Club Owner
One of the industries that were hardest hit during the pandemic was health clubs, with approximately 25% of public gyms closing. As a result, fitness instructors began offering online training. This completely changed the way in which we exercise. Instead of relying upon gyms to provide a place to exercise, we embraced activities that could be safely and easily done at home. But so many of us missed the socialization that in-person workouts afforded. As COVID-19 numbers began trending down and fitness clubs reopened, enterprising gym owners sought new ways to attract more members. They began to offer a variety of fitness events in social settings specifically designed to give members the opportunity to work out while getting to know each other. My guest today, Autumn Weidenhamer, is the owner of All Seasons Yoga & Fitness. She was recently voted #1 Best Yoga Studio in a viewer poll from NBC Affiliate, WDIV. All Seasons is not your typical yoga studio! It’s a mobile yoga business, meaning that Autumn teaches classes at a variety of locations. In fact, she specializes in offering yoga events at unique and creative places like libraries, parks, wineries, and even on the lake. It’s a creative and fun way to stay fit while connecting with others.
What You’ll Hear on This Episode:
Today’s Takeaway: When health clubs closed during the COVID-19 lockdown, many of us lost more than just our favorite place to work out. We also lost an opportunity to meet up and socialize with others. We learned how to exercise at home, but we missed the enjoyment of working out in a class setting. There’s nothing quite like the energy of a group to really get those endorphins flowing! One of the advantages of attending fitness events is that it’s also a great time to attract first-timers to a sport. If you’ve been trying to convince someone to join you in an exercise class, this might be an ideal way. The social setting and relaxed atmosphere can feel less intimidating than a gym or a yoga studio. So why not add a little something to your workout by attending a fitness event? Relax and unwind with others after class. Think of it as yet another way to bring your mind and spirit into that restful state of well-being. Let down your hair to connect with others! And perhaps even spark a romantic connection. Be sure to check out Autumn’s upcoming events calendar. Remember today is a gift and to enjoy the day. I’m Florine Mark and that’s “Today’s Takeaway.”
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Mentioned in This Episode:
All Seasons Yoga & Fitness
All Seasons Yoga & Fitness on Instagram
All Seasons Yoga & Fitness on Facebook
American Council on Exercise
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