Stacy Embraces the Many Aspects of Her Life

If you were to read Stacy’s resume, it would highlight the many roles she plays on a daily basis: mother of two, happily married wife and sexy, confident woman.  It would also describe her as an athlete.  

What makes Stacy an athlete?  According to the American Heritage Dictionary, an athlete is defined as: a person possessing the natural or acquired traits, such as strength, agility, and endurance that are necessary for physical exercise or sports.  Simply put, it’s someone who performs at his or her potential each and every time he or she works out.

For Stacy, that means visiting the Studio at least four times a week – twice for group fitness classes and twice for personal training, where the focus is entirely devoted to her core (abdominals and back muscles). “Initially, my goal was focused on flattening my abs,” she remarked.  “After two children, my stomach didn’t look or feel the way I wanted it to.” 

She started with a series of Pilates exercises that challenged her abdominals and her back muscles.  “We kicked off the workouts with some tough movements,” Stacy reflected. “At first, I was able to do about half of them.  As Roxanne and I continued to work together, I began to feel the different abdominal muscles working – I could feel myself gain strength and definition in my lower abs, upper abs and waistline.”

Once Stacy began to master the initial set of exercises, Roxanne raised the bar for her by incorporating more all-over body movements.  “As I experienced success, I wanted more – and not just for my abs,” shared Stacy.  “I want to feel success throughout my entire being.” 

These days, Stacy is working a curriculum designed to challenge her overall strength.  “We’re working on a comprehensive, full body program,” she smiled. “I want to see what heights my body can reach.  I’m stronger and fitter than I’ve been in a long time and I want to continue to advance my skills and capabilities!”

What does her family think about Stacy’s newfound passion? “My kids think it’s great!” laughed Stacy.  “My daughter is a gymnast and we compare notes to see who can do what exercise and for the longest.  My son, who can do anything, loves to practice with me.  Even my husband has gotten in on the act – I come home and dare him to try the latest exercise. I love it when he’s just as challenged as I am! We have a strong friendship and have a lot of fun together.”

When asked for tips on sticking to an exercise plan, Stacy shared the following:

• Keep it fun.  If you’re having fun, it’s not work and you’ll stick with the program.  If you find yourself getting bored, then shake things up again and try something different.
• Have a goal.  The goal can be small, such as increase from 6 to 12 sit ups in three weeks, or it can be something big, like participate in a local 5K run.  When you have a goal, it keeps your energy focused.
• Stick with it.  Your body will change and you will see results if you stick with the program.

We're having fun with you Stacy! Keep it up!

“It's not just about my abs anymore .... I feel success throughout my entire being.”