The Importance of Having Strong Support Sources.

Last night was the "Belly up to the Barre" event that I've been organizing for months. The Union Method was kind enough to host the get-together for my new health-minded social group here in the Seattle area. We all met each other through the Tone It Up! community, and then created our own little sub-community offshoot; Tone It Up! Seattle. As a group we've been really great about getting together to try out different workouts and just kick back with each other. These ladies have become great friends and wonderful support sources.

Celebrating with my ladies!

As I've said before, I love truBarre classes at The Union Method. I decided a few months ago that it'd be really fun to share the experience of a barre workout with my fitness community (#TIUSeattle) so I made a plan and I made it happen. 

Belly Up To the Barre was such a fun event. The class was challenging and then we had some wine afterward. Pictured above is representative of how much fun we had. Do we look happy? That's because we are. :-) 

As always, we take the time to talk to each other at our events. We take the time to connect. It is such a rewarding and uplifting experience. There is absolutely NO JUDGEMENT. We share in each others' accomplishments and express genuine happiness for one another. It is not about who is prettier, thinner, has great legs, wears the cutest clothes, etc. Maybe it is that we are all about mid-late 20s, and we might've grown out of the stage in our lives where we were in near constant competition with each other..? There is something really wonderful about aging and learning to be ok with who you are. 

My husband and family are always my #1 supporters, but there is something really special about my #TIUSeattle ladies. I never expected such wonderful women to come into my life, but I am entirely grateful. They keep me going, they keep me down to earth, they make my days a little bit sweeter.

My recommendation to anyone who is looking to make some changes and seek healthful living, is to CREATE a wide base of support. Having support sources can make a huge difference in the success of lifestyle changes. When I moved to the Seattle area I decided to seek out a supportive community and it has been the best decision I've made socially. YOU CAN DO IT TOO.