PUSH511's June Personal Training spotlight is Carol! Carol has been working with her PUSH511 personal trainer, Shannon, for a little over a year. A year of personal training has made Carol stronger and improved her mobility, making the demands of her everyday routines easier. Read on to see what Carol's personal training journey has looked like!
When did you start personal training with PUSH511? I started in May 2022.
What's your fitness background? I have been doing yoga for almost ten years and did aerobics in the 80's LOL.
What's your favorite movement to do in the gym? I would say squats because I feel my legs working!
What's your least favorite movement? Stationary bike!!
What do you do for work? Customer Service Supervisor for a commercial food equipment service provider.
Tell us a little bit about yourself and your family. I have 5 brothers, am married, have two children - both married, 4 granddaughters & 2 nieces.
Tell us something we don't know about you! I am afraid of heights.
How has working out & personal training affected your life outside the gym? I have improved my balance and noticed that going up and down stairs is easier.
What do you enjoy most about PUSH511? The proximity to my home, flexibility of sessions, and the people especially.
What tips would you offer someone who is just getting started with working out? Take the first step. Know that everyone has a first time/day/session.
What's your favorite song to work out to? Hmm....I don't really have one. But anything 80s rock works.
What's your favorite restaurant? Our Harvest in Fenwick, MD.
Who's your hero (real or fictional)? My parents (both deceased).
What does your frequently used emoji tab look like?
Words to live by or favorite quote? Philippians 4:13 - "I can do all things through Christ Who Strengthens Me"
What's your favorite sport? Not really into sports... but hockey is fun to watch.
If you could win an Olympic gold medal for any sport, real or fake, what would it be? Speed skating.
What's your hidden talent? I love to organize - closets, cabinets, you name it.
