The Warrior Within You...

Hello!

So as a bank holiday is approaching it must be a newsletter from the Complete Studio!!!
My plan had been to send out a monthly newsletter this year and rather than just listing things going on in the studio, make them a bit more topical. But events in January proved a little more challenging than we had anticipated!

So instead of our usual newsletter we've posted this as a blog post.

If you've ever trained in our gym, or been to one of my Pilates classes, you'll know that Paul and I are never short of an opinion, fact, or joke (Paul), or a story and a very funny joke ( me!)

One of the latest opinions that Paul has been sharing is the lack of "warrior" spirit nowadays. Thankfully, his definition of a warrior isn't someone who is obsessed with physical fighting - and yes I am aware of all the boxing talk in the studio. Being a warrior - according to Paul - is all about strength - physical and mental,being brave - and being honourable.

So, although there is an element of physical strength to this concept of warrior-ness this is much more about being prepared to get out of your comfort zone physically and mentally, whether to achieve your goals or to overcome some of the curve balls that life can throw at you.

Often in the studio, we see people who really want to improve their health but aren't prepared to change their lifestyle and be disciplined enough to stick with those changes.
This isn't about criticizing people's lifestyles but being a warrior is about taking responsibility for your actions - and understanding that the diet and exercise choices you make will affect your health.

Every time Paul trains he embodies warrior spirit - may sound corny but it is true - and in the past that has meant pushing himself harder - which is no mean fête. In the last few months he has had a serious back injury, and has had to find a much deeper level of warrior-ness - listen to his body and find different training methods to maintain and develop his strength in new ways - a greater challenge than he has experienced before.

But the ultimate demonstration of a true warrior has been given by my mother-in-law. In January she was diagnosed with breast cancer, and as the last 4 months have gone by, her treatment has been much tougher than originally anticipated. Throughout this incredibly tough time she has been amazing - accepting her situation but dealing with each new challenge with a completely positive mindset and her doctor is amazed at the progress she is making.

The point of sharing this isn't to make you feel sorry for Paul's Mum but to be inspired by her spirit - she really is a true warrior.

People are amazing and I think there are far more warriors out there than we realise.

Have a wonderful Easter, be healthy and happy,


From Liza & everyone at the Complete Studio


PS don't eat too much chocolate!!!