Look at how quickly time flies! It’s already March, and that means it’s time for a new Fusion Athlete!
Our first Fusion Athlete for the month of March is Maggie Hines! Congratulations! Maggie continuously demonstrates strength and enthusiasm regardless of how tough the workout is. We talked with Maggie about her work with the Shop and how that benefits her daily life, as well.
Keep up the great work, Maggie! We’re happy to have you in the community!
How did you hear about Dane’s Body Shop, and how long have you been a member?
I first heard about DBS through my sister, Kate. She bought a deal through her school for an outdoor workout. She eventually got me to come along with her once she started at the actual Shop. I have been coming off and on for about 2 years.
Have you always enjoyed working out, or is this something new for you?
Not really, I came irregularly for a while, but the Inspire 30 really made me commit to a schedule. I would say that coming consistently is a new thing for me and it’s really making a difference in my life.
Tell us more about your experience completing Inspire 30.What three benefits have you noticed?
I have found that by following the Inspire 30 guidelines I am happier, healthier, and more energetic. Changing my diet was a huge part of this. What I was drinking and eating was making me lag at work and I was tired throughout the day. Now I feel like I am eating things that are good for me but also give me the energy I need to get through a work day. I have also lost a lot of weight changing my diet, which is always nice. I don’t even find myself wanting the food I used to eat. Now I just think about the stomach-ache it’s probably going to give me, which is a pretty good deterrent. After I finished a few weeks of the Inspire 30, I felt happier in the morning at work. I didn’t need coffee (which I also gave up), I smiled a lot more, and I complained less at work. I feel like the program gave me the ability to be in control of my happiness. I was never grumpy because I ate something bad for me that made me feel guilty, or mad at myself for skipping the gym. I was happy with the choices I was making which in return made me happier all around. I knew that if I was in a bad mood it was a choice I was making at that moment, not because of something I had done that day to stem a bad feeling inside of me.
You’re a horseback rider. How does your work at the Shop help with your riding?
Dane’s helps me with riding through strength and endurance. I find it much easier to control the crazy horses when my core and arms are strong enough to sit back and hold on when they’re doing whatever they want to do. The strength in my legs has also played a large part when I’m practicing jumping courses. If my legs aren’t strong enough to encourage the horse to jump, they won’t go. Luckily when they don’t jump and I ask them to, now my legs are strong enough to keep me from falling in the dirt. Dunte has been working on our balance some in Fusion N Go. Balance plays a big part when riding. The slightest movement of your body to the right, left, front, or back can completely change your horse’s ability to jump a great jump or move in the best way. You have to be very strong to stay in one spot and be able to move fluidly in a balanced motion so that your horse is able get his 1,200 lbs over some pretty big jumps without knocking anything down.
What is most recent PR on a lift? Which lift would you like to work on next?
I actually have 2 pretty recent PR’s. I got a 125lb front squat, and a 90lb push press. I think I want to work on my clean and jerk next. For some reason, those are really hard for me.
You have started cooking your meals and lunches and planning your menu the Sunday before the week starts. How has this helped you? What is your favorite recipe so far?
This is really helpful for me because it doesn’t allow me to get off track with my diet. If I already have the groceries and my breakfast for the week is already made I feel obligated to eat it. If I didn’t have anything at home I would probably want to go grab something quick, which most of the time isn’t something I should be eating. My favorite recipe is this slow-cooker Asian pork. I put it in in the morning when I go to school and then it’s ready when I get home. I roll it up into lettuce wraps and put sriracha and some cabbage on it.
You are often in the Fusion N Go class on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. What do you love about Dunte and this fast-paced class?
I love Dunte! He’s so inspiring and motivational. The first time I heard that he was my age, I was in shock. He is so smart and seems so knowledgeable and cultured; I didn’t think anyone my age could possibly be as mature as he is. I love the Fusion N Go classes because I get just as hard of a workout but in a crunched time period. There’s no time to stop and catch your breath or you miss valuable minutes of the workout. I like how it’s straight and to the point. You’re in, you’re out, you’re exhausted, but you feel great.
Why would you tell a friend to join in Dane’s in two sentences?
The Shop has changed my life for the better, not only the classes, but the programs, coaches, and people have made a huge impact on me. Dane’s is a place where you will be inspired, motivated, challenged, and you will become disciplined, stronger, and happier.
