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Mary Virginia Shook

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I love being a coach at Advantage because I get to help make people laugh and smile while achieving their goals. No matter what the goal is, I’m so grateful for their trust in allowing me to be part of their process. The most rewarding times for me are the light bulb moments of someone learns something they did not think they could, or achieving their goal. It is those moments that make working at Advantage amazing. 

Favorite Exercise: Slideboard skater intervals

If I had a superpower, it would be the ability to…: Speak any language

Top workout song: Need Your Love-  Gryffin, Seven Lions & Noah Kahan

The best meal I can cook: Gochujang Chicken with roasted potatoes and brussels sprouts 

My go-to restaurant: Totorro

The quote that represents me: “Push yourself, because no one is going to do it for you.”

Favorite book: Bon Appetit- Just Desserts by Barbra Fairchild. Cookbooks > normal books 

First thing I’d rescue from a burning building (assuming there were no other living things in there!): My figure skates!

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We're giving away 12 months of membership to one l We're giving away 12 months of membership to one lucky person this February.That's one full year of personal training at Advantage worth $3348!January is a time when people all over town vow to make this year the year they get back in shape, take care of their health.We also know that this year has been unlike any other year in our lifetime. Because of everything that happened in 2020, those same people that are usually looking to get active right now might be putting it off for a couple more months.People need a trusting relationship with gyms and trainers now more than ever before.This is where you come in.You are in a unique position to help your friends, spouse, co-workers and/or neighbors by helping them find a great place to get healthy and strong this year. They need a place they can trust, and they trust YOU (and you trust us!), so you're in a great position to help them.So here's what we're doing in January.When you refer a friend, they get a free 2 weeks to check us out. When they do their 2-week trial (they need to come at least 4 times), you get your name in the hat for a free year of membership, which can be virtual or in-person.At the end of the 2 weeks, if your friend joins us for an annual membership, you'll get 3 MORE entries into the hat, giving you 4 chances to win.We'll draw the winner in the 2nd week of January, so as long as your friend starts some time this month, you'll get your entries into that hat.All you have to do to be entered to win the free year of membership is to click the link in our bio and fill out that form. We'll take care of the rest. Do you know someone who would be a great fit in the Advantage community? Click the link in our bio to let us know, and you might just win a free year with us!
It’s here folks the Holiday Hold’em! In this It’s here folks the Holiday Hold’em! In this Challenge, you’ll have every bit of information and support you need to confidently avoid the Holiday creep and look goooood on New Years Eve. Here’s what you’ll get when you join the challenge… -a team of coaches ready to help you maintain or even lose weight over the holidays -you’ll know exactly what to eat to lose weight. no fads, no BS. Just simple straightforward strategies to help you shed the pounds - weekly check-ins with a coach to make sure you’re on track, help you troubleshoot, and keep you feeling great. -if you’re not already an Advantage Strength member, you’ll have a membership for the rest of the year so you can supercharge your results by adding exercise to your plan. -A virtual question and answer session with, owners of Seva AA and master of healthy cooking. You’ll get ideas, inspiration, and a few tricks to help you make fat-slashing food that you and your family like! -At the end of all this. If you weigh the same on Jan 1 as you did on Nov 27th (even after the most stressful, festive time of the year), or even lose weight, you’ll get a virtual meal-making experience with the owners of Seva. You’ll receive a meal box, and join chef via zoom while you prepare a meal that will be great for you and your family, and will keep the weight falling as the new year begins.Let’s do this holiday season together! DM us for more information and we will get you started!
I don’t want to just come out and say this is to I don’t want to just come out and say this is tons better than @_chambo_ ‘s effort from last year, but... Happy Halloween everyone
The new location just wasn’t working out. So we The new location just wasn’t working out. So we moved 40ft to the east! Welcome to our home for the next ??? weeks. #outdoorclasses #strength #rainorshine #greatoutdoors #nosleds #getfitagain
Equipment check-out continues today through 1pm. D Equipment check-out continues today through 1pm. Don’t worry, the 80’s, 85’s and 90’s are still available!
Get prepped for our 7am Zoom call workouts. Come Get prepped for our 7am Zoom call workouts. Come in and grab an At-Home workout kit including bands, minibands, and a foam roller. We will be using these during our daily streaming (and recorded) workouts. Selling them at cost, $47 for the bundle. We are closing for 2 weeks, so come grab them before 5 today!
Ran into this tall drink of water last night. Ran into this tall drink of water last night.
So excited to be selected for the Goldman Sachs 10 So excited to be selected for the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business program where I get the chance to connect with and learn from 35 other Michigan entrepreneurs and bring the best practices back to Advantage. It’s going to be an amazing few months!
Got kids? Are they on vacation this week? I bet th Got kids? Are they on vacation this week? I bet they are getting pretty restless before Christmas tomorrow. They need exercise. YOU need exercise. A game of tag is the way to go!You get a bit of exercise, they get the exercise they need to stay regulated, and burn some energy so they fall asleep faster! Win win win @ the Sipotz house.
#soundon #subscribe Andy Mignery was living a heal #soundon #subscribe Andy Mignery was living a healthy lifestyle... or so he thought.At the age of 37, he got some news that would change his life forever. Tune in to this episode of the FitLife Formula Podcast to hear about Andy’s journey from U of M football player, to local entrepreneur, to clearing this roadblock and opening @thrivejuiceryaa , where he and his wife Anna create fresh, high quality, ultra healthy juices and smoothies. Juicing may have saved Andy’s life, so be sure to check out this episode for a story that may change the way you see your food. Link to full episode in bio#fitlifeformula #icandostuff #strengthtoplay #strongisbeautiful #subscribe
*important* store closes Sunday night Head to the *important* store closes Sunday night Head to the online store and grab your Advantage gear for the holidays https://petrockprinting.com/collections/advantage-strength-conditioning
#soundon #subscribe Does this sound like you?You #soundon #subscribe Does this sound like you?You’re having joint or muscle pain, but it’s more of a nagging thing than something you need to see a doc for ORYou’ve already been to PT but still feel like you need some help with the stretches they gave you for homeworkORYou know you need to make stretching a part of your fitness routine, but you either can’t seem to make it a priority or just aren’t sure what to do. If you can relate to any of these, you’ll want to know about @reachbodywork in Ann Arbor. Tune in to hear my conversation with Jolie Levi, founder of Reach and creator of the Reach method. At Reach they are helping people move better so they can live the healthy, active life they want to live. Check out how they are alleviating passion and improving flexibility and mobility for weekend warriors and recreational movers alike. Link to full episode in bio#fitlifeformula #icandostuff #strengthtoplay #strongisbeautiful #subscribe
#soundon #subscribe Check our these freaky stats f #soundon #subscribe Check our these freaky stats from @lizabakera2 . It’s more important than ever to have some basic skills in the kitchen and a healthy approach to meal preparation. Liza has been in the biz for nearly 2 decades, is a mom, a wife, a health coach and author. She wrote an amazing book called Fl!p Your Kitchen, and it will change the way you think of your weekly meals. Enjoy today’s episode of the FitLife Formula with Liza Baker! #fitlifeformula #icandostuff #strengthtoplay #strongisbeautiful #subscribe
🤔 might be time to add another 7am class. 🤔 might be time to add another 7am class.
#soundon #subscribe As a full time clinical counse #soundon #subscribe As a full time clinical counselor and operations manager at Neuro Fitness Wellness Center, Peg Kelley has seen the dramatic effect stress reduction can have on people's lives.Today we're talking with Peg about how stress effects the body, and how we can reduce stress and live a better life.Some of the things we'll talk about are * stress is stress, it all goes into the same bucket * how stress effects fitness goals * the benefits of floatation therapy * why freezing your ass off in the cryo tube can actually reduce stress * how the FitLife Formula helps you balance the stress you need and relieve the stress you don'tSo grab a hot beverage, get comfy and destress with this episode. Let's podcast and chill. Link to the show in Bio#fitlifeformula #icandostuff #strengthtoplay #strongisbeautiful #subscribe
We have amazing members. During his last week, Jak We have amazing members. During his last week, Jake got a box of doughnuts 🍩 , several books 📚, and the chance to sing “It’s Raining Men for the 730 class (see our most recent story). Thanks for the great work Jake! Best of luck back in the UK. Thanks @andruevans @rachellepartee and Dori for taking care of him.
Helping our members in a different way. Congrats D Helping our members in a different way. Congrats Dori on buying your new place!
#soundon #subscribe On Episode 12 of the FitLife F #soundon #subscribe On Episode 12 of the FitLife Formula, I take advantage of some road trip time with a good buddy to talk about keys to thriving in your workouts, even when we're in the heat of the summer. This topic was top of mind since we knew we were going to be golfing in over 90 degree heat, so we put some of these strategies in play that very same day. Among other things, my buddy Matt and I will discuss these strategies for staying safe and performing well in the heat... the importance of hydrationthe effects of dehydrationwhy humid weather seems so much hotterfinding your cooling zonesyour body's reaction to rising core temperaturethe best kinds of clothes to wear in hot tempsthe best use of "cooling towels"Beat the heat with Episode 12, with my best bud Matt Cady.Enjoy the FitLife Formula Podcast on iTunes, Google Play or Podbean! Check the link in our bio. #fitlifeformula #icandostuff #strengthtoplay #strongisbeautiful #subscribe
This Sunday at 8am, we're getting together for a f This Sunday at 8am, we're getting together for a fun, FREE outdoor workout with the Advantage team!Here's your chance to mix in a bonus workout this week. I can't tell you what we'll be doing, but I can promise you it will be fun, challenging, and a great way to kick off your Sunday. If you're an Advantage Strength member, grab a buddy and join us Sunday morning at 8am.If you're NOT an Advantage member, guess what? You can join us too! The more the merrier! (we'll just need to talk to you before hand so we can be all ready for you)We will be doing some fun team workouts, partner work, and a challenging finisher at the end. You'll love it!I can't tell you where the workout will be just yet. It's a secret! What I can tell you is it will be within a 3 mile radius of Advantage Strength.If you're curious, just google us and take a look around to see if you can guess where we might be. **If you'd like to participate, just message me and let me know you're in. I'll share all the details with you when I hear from you!** Talk to you soon! Brian
#soundon #subscribe On Episode 9 we’re bringing #soundon #subscribe On Episode 9 we’re bringing home 5 great take-aways from last weekend’s Perform Better Summit. Here’s what we’ll be talking about 1. A Vince Lombardi story that will make you want to pay more attention to the details in your life. 2. The right way to do a side plank (we’ve been doing them wrong 😳) 3. The ugly truth about cardio 4. Why your hips may be causing your back or knee pain 5. The back stretch you might be doing that you should stop!Enjoy Episode 9 of the FitLife Formula Podcast on iTunes, Google Play or Podbean! Check the link in our bio. #fitlifeformula #icandostuff #strengthtoplay #strongisbeautiful #subscribe
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