You Are Both a Masterpiece and a Work in Progress
You Are Both a Masterpiece and a Work in Progress “You are allowed to be both a masterpiece and a work in progress at the same time.”~ Sophia Bush We live in a world that often pushes us toward extremes… either we’re “enough” or we’re “not there…
Do What You Can, With What You Have, Where You Are
“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” That quote is often credited to Theodore Roosevelt, though some argue it originated with journalist Squire Bill Widener. Either way, the wisdom stands: stop waiting. Too many people are stuck in a…
Travel, Legacy & Taking Care of Yourself
Hey everyone! Here’s a quick round-up as we head into the week ahead… Sorry I didn’t hit send on this last night. I finished it up just as we started to board and forgot to finish it up when I landed. 1. #BetterByFriday Reflection – Travel,…
W.I.N. – Life’s Most Important Question
What’s Important Now? That’s the question behind the W.I.N. mindset, a simple phrase with powerful impact. The concept comes from Lou Holtz, legendary football coach and leadership thinker. But I first heard it from my friend Brian Willis (no relation),…
Flow With Joe: 8 Weeks to Functional Strength and Resilience
I’ll be kicking off my first 8-week personal training group course tomorrow and I can’t wait! When I first picked up a kettlebell, I didn’t know it would become one of the most valuable tools in my training philosophy. From the battlefield to…
Why Grip Strength Matters (and How We Test It Without Fancy Equipment)
When most people think about fitness, they picture squats, push-ups, or maybe even burpees. But there’s one underrated measure of health and strength that doesn’t get enough love: grip strength. Believe it or not, how strong your grip is says a lot about…
There’s an APP for That: A Daily Movement and Mobility Practice
As a Comprehensive Fitness coach, one thing I often remind clients is that there’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all warm-up—or a one-size-fits-all day. Each day, your body brings a slightly different set of circumstances to the table, influenced by…
Why You Need Power Training (Even If You’re Not an Athlete)
When you think of “power training,” your mind might jump to athletes sprinting on the track or weightlifters throwing barbells overhead. But power training isn’t just for athletes—it’s a vital part of a well-rounded movement plan. While it’s…
How Would Your Future Self Want You to Respond?
How Would Your Future Self Want You to Respond? In moments of stress, conflict, or uncertainty, it’s easy to default to reactivity, saying something we regret, making a decision we didn’t fully think through, or acting in a way that doesn’t reflect who…
Reducing Organizational and Operational Stressors in Policing: A Path to Comprehensive Fitness
What? A recent study by Drew and Williamson (2024) reveals that the psychological toll of policing extends beyond trauma and critical incidents (CIs), traditionally seen as the primary sources of stress in law enforcement. The researchers found that…