BEHIND THE NAME TAG

On this special episode of BTNT, we sit down with our member concierge 3, Máximo, from our 281 location here in San Antonio, Texas. Máximo and I are on the LT Inclusion Council and discuss how we are working on supporting a diverse and inclusive community in and outside of Life Time Fitness. Máximo is very passionate about his support for the Hispanic culture and helping educate on the current challenges we are facing when it comes to equality and equity amongst racial injustices across the country and locally within the San Antonio community. We discuss his love of being a father and why the person he shows up to be is so important with creating a meaningful future for his son and daughter. Tune in to listen about all things inclusion, diversity and equity along with creating a lasting impact. Want more of Máximo? Connect with him on social @blurbsmithblots

On this episode of BTNT, we interview miss Lucy Sanchez, our very own yoga boutique manager for 281 and the RIM locations here in San Antonio, TX. We cover the healing properties of yoga practices. A 60 day challenge that changed her life and outlook on how she treats her body and sets her goals. What she truly feels she’s placed on this earth for. And we dive deep into her shocking diagnosis of MS and how she’s finding new ways of strength and mental fortitude through coping strategies and leaning hard on her community and close ones. Lucy invites you to truly be present with this episode, tune in to get zen. Namastay a while, and don’t forget to share! ❤️ want more of Lucy? Go give her a follow @starbucksyogi

On this special edition episode of BTNT we get to know one of our spa cosmetologists, Miss Soleil Hamilton. If you have had the pleasure of meeting Soleil in person you know that her name is a perfect description, she is a ball of sunshine every time you meet her. She exudes positivity and confidence. She hasn’t always been that way, so we dive into her self discovery and development of self love journey. We discuss what love means, how to develop true long lasting friendships. How to spot energy vampires, what does it feel like when your chakras are out of alignment? And most importantly how you’re responsible for protecting and projecting the energy within you. Tune in to an ultimate girl chat with one of my best friends I have the honor of knowing. She has made my life better just by being in it and I’m sure after you listen to her episode yours will too! Want more of Soleil? Connect with her on social @hairapybysoleil

On this next episode of BTNT, we have a special guest Jeanette Vela, our membership services manager here at Life Time RIM. We are taking a spin on things these next 7 episodes as we count down to our 1 year anniversary. Jeanette and I discuss what it’s like being a part of the LGBTQ community. What was it like coming out to her father? How she confronted her challenges head on. How she will always challenge her friends to be the best version of themselves. What does Pride mean to her? As a Hispanic and religious person, what challenges she faced with her identity. If you’re struggling coming into yourself and where to start, this is the episode for you! Tune in, grab a note pad. There are so many juicy nuggets in this one. Want more of Jeanette? Follow this soon to be life coach @jenvela3

On this episode of BTNT we sit down with Life Time RIM’s very own Sean Rybolt. We dive deep early on about developing your “why”. Why having a good support team is crucial. What his daughter means to him. We also touch a bit on epigenetics and storing energy in our tissues. This military man isn’t afraid of being vulnerable and speaking his mind. Balancing finishing school, a full time job, a daughter and a son on the way, this man has a full plate to say the least. He wants to make sure you allow yourself some grace, patience and remember, “your past doesn’t not define you.” Grab a coffee, get comfortable, we’re gonna dive deep! Want more of Sean? Connect with him on social @movewithapurpose_sa

“If you always put limits on everything you do physical or anything else, it will spread into your work and life. There are no limits. There are only plateaus, and you must not stay there, you must go beyond them.” - Bruce Lee This was one of Anna’s favorite quotes she lives by. We touch on her 10 years with lifetime and what she felt was the largest impact on her life while being here. Why she feels it’s important to watch your energy. What she hopes to impress on teach her 3 kids as they get older. We also touch on what to look for in a life partner. Where your head should be at when performing a HERO WOD like Murph for Memorial Day. & This past Monday was Memorial Day, I’d like to include that we honor those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, we know our freedom is not free. Thank you for your service and dedication to our country, you will be missed but not forgotten. Want to connect with Anna? Follow her on social @Annataylor333

On this episode of BTNT, we have Coach Jason from LT OKC. We discuss how different it was growing up in Ghana and what it means to live the “Ghana way”. The meaning behind each of his names. We also talk about how social media has a huge influence and the impression he hopes you get when you visit his social. How his journey for training started as a front desk associate and YouTube. Who his mentor is and why he feels having a mentor is essential. Current PRs and comps completed as a novice. How sometimes leaving toxic relationships with family is necessary. Dealing with death at a young age and what it taught him. If it’s one thing Jason would like you to take away, it’s that you don’t have one day to waste! Get after it! Want more of Jason? Give him a follow @j_frimpong

On this episode of BTNT, we have on Coach Ari. We start with how did she get from accounting to PT? How a volleyball injury changed her life. Shouting out to Jaime in Dublin for being a great mentor of hers. Then diving into Ari’s definition of a leader vs. boss. How she built confidence being a black woman in a male dominated industry. How a near death experience with her dad changed her view on trust forever. And how discussions of racism with clients, members and coworkers are navigated, especially after her father’s near death experience. What she would tell the younger generation females striving to be a leader in their career. From Ari herself, “just go for it!” Want more of Ari? Connect with her on insta! @arufit___

On today’s episode of BTNT, we have Chris Brown from Alpharetta, Georgia. We start by discussing how he first started in broadcasting journalism with ESPN and Discovery Channel, so how did he make it into personal training with lifetime? How his wife and mother were two of the most impressionable persons in his lifetime. How his lifetime story all started with a flat tire and a dream to change lives and now 10 years later, he’s celebrating his anniversary on April 25th! Be sure to tune in to hear his favorite memory over the last 10 years. We also dive into what he learned from each community with lifetime, his church and his fraternity. How to be a true ally. And shout out to David freeman and LifeTime Inclusion council for creating safe spaces to have the hard conversations and create many more allyships. And lastly, so many mama Williams’ take aways and quotes you’re going to want to have a note pad close! Want to connect with Chris? Give him a follow on Instagram @docbrownfitness

On this episode of BEHIND THE NAME TAG we talk with Coach Mike Thomson about his career as a running coach, soccer player and experience as a father of two 6 year-old twin boys. He shares why the brain is his favorite part of the body, many crucial books that have had an impact on how he is a coach and parent and why every coach needs a coach. He also shares why choosing your words wisely can be so important and how he truly manifested a belief in his running career to the minute. Lean in, listen up, this is why it’s important to go the extra mile! Want more of Coach Mike? Give him a follow on Instagram @fastandfitmike