Is Balance over rated? What does it take to reach your goals, does something have to give?

I was talking to friend about this idea the other day. 

Fitness Friends, I have a question to ask.

Is it possible to meet a fitness goal and still maintain balance in other parts of your life?

Allow me to elaborate here; a lot of us strive for this buzz word "balance" in our life.  But what does that actually mean?  I know for myself I have come to terms with defining it for myself with the help of some books and mentors and watching those around me I wish to model my lifestyle after.

One of my favorite authors on the subject is that of Mr Franklin Covey.  A few years into my career I was taken through the time matrix exercise and taught how to match my time with activities feeding certain parts of myself.  Mind, Body, Spirit and Heart are the 4 components of everyone's productive capacity, and the importance of finding time to work on each part of what makes me personally feel alive and well. 

The difficult part of this idea to answer is, at what point to you have to switch gears and give a goal or desired milestone more time and more energy to obtain the milestone? or do you?

This is the part of the balance scale I know I struggle with.  Where I landed is this thought.  What am I fighting so hard for? is it important to give two hours a day (for example) instead of one, to the gym to obtain a goal, that as soon as I go back to one hour a day will fade? or is a consistent pace of play more important to me? 

What do you think? is consistency and balance your goal, or do you strive for a balanced matrix?

Front Range and beyond- Let's connect over fitness in Denver!

This week I will be visiting with the Colorado Fitness Facilities!

I would love to visit with you while I am out in your area.

Have you considered what the power of the group effect could do for your facility?

I would love to talk to you about expanding your group fitness offerings to include Les Mills!

Check out this video! and let me know, Lindsey Rainwater how I can help you reach your goals.  Send me a message or comment here and let's schedule time to talk!

Les Mills Brochure from Fitmarc

BODYCOMBAT, This year at Fitness on the Rocks! Free Fitness event in Denver CO

I wanted to share with you a very exciting event coming to Denver Colorado this summer!

Mark you Calendar, Fitness on the Rocks  July 20, 2013 at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. 

This exciting event is produced by Mr Alex Chapman, the man behind the event and his facility in Denver, Fitness in the City .

Join him at his facility where he has a full schedule of group fitness classes and the team speaks 'fluent fitness'!  You will sure to enjoy a killer workout, his staff is friendly, and cares deeply about your success!

I hope to see you at the event! I am looking forward to the day and some of my favorite workouts including Bodycombat, Total Body Workout, Yoga, Zumba and more! 

Check out the video clip below to see more information and I hope to see you there! 

Make sure to register for the event, and let me know Lindsey Rainwater if you will be there! Comment here and I look forward to meeting you at the event! 

Golfing with YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region

Lindsey Rainwater at YMCA of Pikes Peak Region Golf Tournament

Yesterday was a lovely day golfing with the YMCA folks in Colorado Springs.

I just love the YMCA's! Having worked with them for years, both as front desk and member services when I was younger, to currently providing group fitness solutions via Les Mills with Fitmarc.

What a great event the tournament was! The day started out a little cold and showers of rain, but over all what a lovely cause to be golfing for, and fantastic company as well!

Thank you to the association, looking forward to next year's event!

Montana and Denver, I will see you soon! Let's connect. (VIDEO)