This week's featured member is actually a couple. Michael and Rebecca Sweeney incorporated the TRX into their daily workout routine and quickly became fans. Now they utilize the TRX at their martial arts studio, dedicating an area specific for suspension training.
How did you first hear about the TRX?
We
were first introduced to the TRX by a student and friend of ours,
Taylor Simon, who owns a local fitness studio called Taylored Training.
He was using the TRX to train a number of his clients and when we
inquired about the device he brought one to our Martial Arts School and
gave us a brief demonstration.
What excited you most about the TRX?
Although
our first impression was positive, our TRX actually sat unused for at
least a couple of months. Because we had no real training in how to use
the TRX, we had no idea about its real potential. Ultimately we got
smart and arranged for our friend Taylor to run us through a full
workout. That is when our eyes lit up and we got excited! We ordered
some DVDs and scheduled ourselves to attend a STC taught by Fraser
Quelch. The education made all the difference!
How have you incorporated the TRX into your workout routine/lifestyle?
For
a period of at least 12 months, the TRX was the only strength training
that we did. We were religious in running through the military program,
or at least the TRX component of it. When we needed to mix it up we
sought out workouts from other Fitness Anywhere DVDs, as well as
workouts from the community Blog and Forums. Only recently have we
reintroduced weight training into our fitness regime, inspired as well
by the Fitness Anywhere Community Forum. One significant benefit of the
TRX that we really enjoy is the simplicity of altering resistance and
intensity. Because we work out together, and our strength and endurance
levels are not entirely equal, it is infinitely easier for us to switch
back and forth with a TRX than it is to alternate between traditional
weight training exercises.
Where do you typically workout using your TRX?
We
run a Martial Arts School full time and because we have an area set
aside for suspension training, working out there is easy for us. We do
enjoy mixing it up though and getting outside from time to time, and we
also always pack our TRX when we are traveling.
What are your fitness goals?
Our
lifestyle is fitness and it is important for us to keep in shape for
both personal and professional reasons. With that said, we don’t have
any concrete goals. We prefer to make fitness just a part of who we
are, and enjoy the process of working out for its own sake.
How do you stay motivated?
We
have the best motivation going... each other. Sorry if that sounds
sappy but it’s true. A workout partner can be super helpful in keeping
you on track. When one of us is down the other is there to lead,
challenge, push or whatever it takes.
What does it mean to you to be fit and why do you think it is important?
Again,
being fit is a part of who we are. We are both smart enough to know
that to not only be fit but be healthy is the MOST important thing
going. Those people who do not agree have not yet faced health
challenges. The day your doctor comes to you and says that you NEED to
exercise is not when you want to begin!
Anything else you would like to add?
We
lead a fairly unorthodox lifestyle in what we do for a living. We are
also in the midst of a huge new challenge. We are well on our way to
divesting ourselves of all of our land-based possessions and taking off
for a new adventure living on a sailboat and cruising the world. One
thing is for certain though, our TRX will be coming with us. We need to
workout and we honestly can’t think of a more perfect tool to bring
along with us on our new home at sea!
Thank you Mike and Rebecca and good luck!
Mike goes by Mike Sweeney and Rebecca goes by Rebecca Sweeney in the community and can also be found online at the following locations:
Our Martial Arts Gym: Martial Arts Planet
http://www.martialartsplanet.ca
Our Cruising Blog:
http://www.zerotocruising.com