CAN 20 MINS MAKE YOU FEEL 20 TIMES BETTER?
BY CAROLINE
The global pandemic literally uprooted my family and me from NYC. We were lucky to have good health, but most of my fitness and healthy rituals fell off abruptly. One late night, I ordered order elastic-waist pants from Athleta; I was starting to atrophy and ache in all the wrong places. The chronic anxiety was exhausting. Eventually as we settled into the new pace and daily schedule I came up for air. I needed to find quick, effective shifts to keep sane and reasonably fit.
About three weeks into her new movement sessions, I found my treasured trainer, Stacey Griffith on Instagram Live. She was smiling, instructing and, well, nurturing. This twenty minute session gave me a “spark” and serotonin boost. I started to move, eat better, and listen to great music again. Sports always got me through rough patches in my upbringing and immediately I knew this movement was going to be the way up this time.
Prior to the pandemic, I trained with Stacey on Tuesday and Thursday mornings religiously. Stacey kept us evolving physically and mentally every week through intention setting, mantras, and making good choices. Stacey has a big following (which is well deserved) but for me I train with a coach who can get me to dig deep, set targets, and envision successes without being verbally aggressive. Stacey has been that coach. She is now offering her high vibes, inspiration and instruction during this health crisis, gratis. I have a whole new connection and respect for her.
Stacey has recently hooked up with Mark Messier and David Kirsch’s new digital training platform, Honeycomb fitness. Stacey takes your through dance cardio, tough plank and arm series, while amping your heart rate hitting upper and lower body. She will light you up and get your body tight in 20 mins shots. There is a consistent flock of energized students who show up, yeah it is virtual but it feels fun. Her music and fashion are tight, which makes for a good diversion. Stacey could have a side-hustle curating for Stadium Goods, Farfetched, or Spotify.
Stacey said early on, when we were all disoriented and disheartened by the global health crisis, get off the couch and just move, “movement is medicine”. Twelve weeks later I can attest her virtual training has brought me back. I also ditched the sorry-ass pants. BTW if you’re late to class she will call you out, keep you accountable.
P.S. . . In addition to her role as Soul Cycle Master Instructor, SG is a motivational thinker/ speaker (featured by none other than Oprah); she hosts an insightful podcast / program with health coach Sarah Wragge, called The Way. SG authored an honest and inspirational book and is an advocate for equality and social justice.
Check out @honeycombfitness or @staceygnyc or weekly schedules
EQUIPMENT: All optional- free weights, orange band, yoga mat/ beach towel… Check out my article on Fitness Essentials for the best equipment!
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