Naming Names

My entry on April 12, 2009 detailed my recent journey toward better personal fitness. I talked in generalities about the gym that I have been going to, the owner and the amazing staff there.  I shared the entry with the owner and one of the staff members and had the opportunity to discuss the entry at length today with the owner.  She has given me permission to get specific, and I am more than happy to do so.

Judi Banister is the creator and owner of Fast and Fit in beautiful Grass Valley, CA.  Judi had a very clear vision when she created Fast and Fit and in my opinion she has not only met, but exceeded her original vision.  Women of all ages and fitness levels gather there every day to work out, share new exercise ideas, laugh and have a good time.

I have been touched by so many women, both staff and patrons alike.  They have encouraged me, challenged me, celebrated with me, and even listened to me whine.  I have been impressed by women younger than me and INSPIRED by women older than me.  There are ladies that go to Fast and Fit that are in their 60s, 70s and even 80S!  These women are role models for what I aspire to be in my fitness quest.  Some of them have experienced health challenges over the years and faced them with grace.  They are now healthier than some women I know that are my age or YOUNGER.  Ladies…THANK YOU ALL for being a models and inspirations for the rest of us.

It is a pleasure to know Judi and the staff at Fast and Fit.  I will be forever grateful for what they have done for me in the way of education, inspiration and encouragement.  I have learned things that I will take with me the rest of my life, knowing that if I apply this new found knowledge, I have a much stronger chance of being one of the inspirational “seasoned” women in my later years.

I encourage you to visit the Fast and Fit website at www.fastandfit.net and meet Judi and the rest of the staff.  See what Judi has built and perhaps you will be fortunate enough to find something in your area that will give you the same education and inspiration I have received here.  If you live in the Grass Valley, CA area, I encourage you to stop by and see the gym for yourself.  See for yourself what a wonderful place they have built.

As always, best wishes for love, laughter and finding the elegance in common things.