Welcome to Raising the Standard. My focus is to help professional Christian musicians, praise and worship leaders, and even regular Joe's and Jane's get into the best shape of their lives.
Some of you may be touring professionals that know too often, food in the green room (fellowship hall or back closet closest to the stage) is often a bowl of M&M's or Granny's special cabbage soup. Even more laughable is the amount of space to yourself on a bus or van and trying to exercise for 45 minutes is a lofty idea instead of a reality. Don't fret! I'm here to help you. As a Beachbody (the company that made P90X) coach, I have access to various programs and nutrition ideas to help you get the most out of your ministry while maintaining your health, getting healthier on the road, in your office or most importantly, in the time available to you daily.
Someone right now is thinking, "What's the point of trying to exercise while on the road?" That's a great question and I'm glad you asked. It's been proven over and over again that exercise relieves stress and we know how annoying drummers can get! No one wants to lose a friend or colleague. Exercise offers that outlet that will lower the chances of you feeling the need to look for a new drummer before the first set is over.
One of working musician's favorite things to say when asked "What are you doing now?" is, "I'm living the dream." Are you really? Have you wanted to lose the belly but just haven't had the means or motivation to do so? That's just surface stuff. What about lowering your blood pressure, cholesterol or just overall wanting to feel better? I'm gonna post nutrition and fitness tips to help you achieve your goal.
A plan is necessary for change to occur. Proverbs 29:18 says, "Where there is no vision the people perish". So write down your reason or reasons for getting into better health. Post them here and allow me to assist you in your efforts towards that goal by coming up with a plan. I want to know your stories.
Ok...till next time, keep the Son in your eyes!
Brad Hafner (Fit2praise)
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