09/08/2026
I hope everyone enjoyed the Labor Day weekend and found time for a workout, some outdoor fun, or a little extra rest if that’s what you needed!
As we return to our routines, I’m thinking about the people whose work helped build America and those who fought for time to enjoy life outside of work.
In the 1800s, many American factory workers worked 10–12 hours a day, six days a week. That’s 60–72 hours, before household chores and family responsibilities. A leisurely bike ride, a fitness class, or an afternoon hike would have been difficult to fit into that schedule.
Workers organized for shorter hours because they wanted room for rest, family, education, and recreation. Their efforts helped make more of that time possible.
As a personal trainer, that gives me another reason to appreciate the opportunity to move by choice. To walk with a friend, swim, lift weights, or simply get outside and enjoy ourselves.
Many people still juggle long hours, multiple jobs, and caregiving. Time for ourselves isn’t equally available to everyone. When we do have it, let’s value it by making space for movement we enjoy and the recovery we need.
As we head into fall, I look forward to continuing to support you, whatever your goals and wherever you’re starting. Here’s to building strength, finding consistency, and making time to take care of ourselves. 🍂💪
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