BEHIND THE NAME TAG

On this special episode of BTNT, we sit down with our member concierge 3, Máximo, from our 281 location here in San Antonio, Texas. Máximo and I are on the LT Inclusion Council and discuss how we are working on supporting a diverse and inclusive community in and outside of Life Time Fitness. Máximo is very passionate about his support for the Hispanic culture and helping educate on the current challenges we are facing when it comes to equality and equity amongst racial injustices across the country and locally within the San Antonio community. We discuss his love of being a father and why the person he shows up to be is so important with creating a meaningful future for his son and daughter. Tune in to listen about all things inclusion, diversity and equity along with creating a lasting impact. Want more of Máximo? Connect with him on social @blurbsmithblots

On this episode of BTNT, we interview miss Lucy Sanchez, our very own yoga boutique manager for 281 and the RIM locations here in San Antonio, TX. We cover the healing properties of yoga practices. A 60 day challenge that changed her life and outlook on how she treats her body and sets her goals. What she truly feels she’s placed on this earth for. And we dive deep into her shocking diagnosis of MS and how she’s finding new ways of strength and mental fortitude through coping strategies and leaning hard on her community and close ones. Lucy invites you to truly be present with this episode, tune in to get zen. Namastay a while, and don’t forget to share! ❤️ want more of Lucy? Go give her a follow @starbucksyogi

On this special edition episode of BTNT we get to know one of our spa cosmetologists, Miss Soleil Hamilton. If you have had the pleasure of meeting Soleil in person you know that her name is a perfect description, she is a ball of sunshine every time you meet her. She exudes positivity and confidence. She hasn’t always been that way, so we dive into her self discovery and development of self love journey. We discuss what love means, how to develop true long lasting friendships. How to spot energy vampires, what does it feel like when your chakras are out of alignment? And most importantly how you’re responsible for protecting and projecting the energy within you. Tune in to an ultimate girl chat with one of my best friends I have the honor of knowing. She has made my life better just by being in it and I’m sure after you listen to her episode yours will too! Want more of Soleil? Connect with her on social @hairapybysoleil

On this next episode of BTNT, we have a special guest Jeanette Vela, our membership services manager here at Life Time RIM. We are taking a spin on things these next 7 episodes as we count down to our 1 year anniversary. Jeanette and I discuss what it’s like being a part of the LGBTQ community. What was it like coming out to her father? How she confronted her challenges head on. How she will always challenge her friends to be the best version of themselves. What does Pride mean to her? As a Hispanic and religious person, what challenges she faced with her identity. If you’re struggling coming into yourself and where to start, this is the episode for you! Tune in, grab a note pad. There are so many juicy nuggets in this one. Want more of Jeanette? Follow this soon to be life coach @jenvela3

On this episode of BTNT we sit down with Life Time RIM’s very own Sean Rybolt. We dive deep early on about developing your “why”. Why having a good support team is crucial. What his daughter means to him. We also touch a bit on epigenetics and storing energy in our tissues. This military man isn’t afraid of being vulnerable and speaking his mind. Balancing finishing school, a full time job, a daughter and a son on the way, this man has a full plate to say the least. He wants to make sure you allow yourself some grace, patience and remember, “your past doesn’t not define you.” Grab a coffee, get comfortable, we’re gonna dive deep! Want more of Sean? Connect with him on social @movewithapurpose_sa

On this episode of BTNT, we have Coach Jason from LT OKC. We discuss how different it was growing up in Ghana and what it means to live the “Ghana way”. The meaning behind each of his names. We also talk about how social media has a huge influence and the impression he hopes you get when you visit his social. How his journey for training started as a front desk associate and YouTube. Who his mentor is and why he feels having a mentor is essential. Current PRs and comps completed as a novice. How sometimes leaving toxic relationships with family is necessary. Dealing with death at a young age and what it taught him. If it’s one thing Jason would like you to take away, it’s that you don’t have one day to waste! Get after it! Want more of Jason? Give him a follow @j_frimpong

On this episode of BTNT, we have on Coach Ari. We start with how did she get from accounting to PT?
How a volleyball injury changed her life.
Shouting out to Jaime in Dublin for being a great mentor of hers. Then diving into Ari’s definition of a leader vs. boss.
How she built confidence being a black woman in a male dominated industry.
How a near death experience with her dad changed her view on trust forever. And how discussions of racism with clients, members and coworkers are navigated, especially after her father’s near death experience.
What she would tell the younger generation females striving to be a leader in their career. From Ari herself, “just go for it!” Want more of Ari? Connect with her on insta! @arufit___

On today’s episode of BTNT, we have Chris Brown from Alpharetta, Georgia. We start by discussing how he first started in broadcasting journalism with ESPN and Discovery Channel, so how did he make it into personal training with lifetime?
How his wife and mother were two of the most impressionable persons in his lifetime. How his lifetime story all started with a flat tire and a dream to change lives and now 10 years later, he’s celebrating his anniversary on April 25th!
Be sure to tune in to hear his favorite memory over the last 10 years.
We also dive into what he learned from each community with lifetime, his church and his fraternity. How to be a true ally. And shout out to David freeman and LifeTime Inclusion council for creating safe spaces to have the hard conversations and create many more allyships. And lastly, so many mama Williams’ take aways and quotes you’re going to want to have a note pad close!
Want to connect with Chris? Give him a follow on Instagram @docbrownfitness

On this episode of BEHIND THE NAME TAG we talk with Coach Mike Thomson about his career as a running coach, soccer player and experience as a father of two 6 year-old twin boys. He shares why the brain is his favorite part of the body, many crucial books that have had an impact on how he is a coach and parent and why every coach needs a coach. He also shares why choosing your words wisely can be so important and how he truly manifested a belief in his running career to the minute. Lean in, listen up, this is why it’s important to go the extra mile! Want more of Coach Mike? Give him a follow on Instagram @fastandfitmike

On this episode of BTNT Coach Nora shares what it was like to unintentionally sign up for the military at 19. What her experience with preeclampsia during both of her pregnancies was like. How she lost 100lb without going to the gym and what made her fall in love with nutrition. Find out who inspired her to be a boss babe and helped build her character we know and love today. If there’s one person that I would reach out to for mentorship it would 1,000% be this woman. Want to connect with Nora? Find her on Instagram as @nutritiousnora12

On this episode of BTNT, Coach Cody wants you to “carpe the diem”! If there’s one coach that could motivate you to go after whatever you wanted, it would be this guy. He appreciates limits that life gives him because it gives him a goal to break down. Of course there is also a romantic twist, there’s always, “a story about a girl” and what she has to do with him coming into LT. We dive into what he thought he wanted to do as a career before becoming a trainer. How his current goal is to qualify for the 2024 Olympics in Paris. And how he contributes to his outstanding belief, “better people make a better world.” Tune in to this next episode and you’re sure to leave with more goals of your own from being inspired by this wonderful Coach. Want to connect with Cody? Give him a follow @C4triathlon

On this episode of BTNT Sarah and I discuss why it’s never too late to start working out. How “making an impact” and “empowering women to lead” is her why. What else she would be doing if she wasn’t training at LT. Why she thinks it’s important to still eat with her family of 4 little ones and husband and what they discuss at the dinner table. How her daughter tricked her into signing up for BJJ. Why mentors are crucial and who her current mentors are. What each of her children taught her. How more females should step in to leadership and why. Ending with her three truths she lives by and the legacy she wants to leave behind. This mama has some awesome nuggets! Make sure to grab a notepad and listen closely! Want more of Sarah? Go give her a follow on Instagram @winchester_sarah

On this episode of BTNT, we sit with Coach Erik and journey through his experience on radio, fun bloopers and coaching baseball (shout out Coach Tony Schuster and Vernon Stephens!) How important it is to use your resources and reach out to learn from our rich coaching community. We also take a turn into his heart attack scare that inspired him to lose 315lb, how a 9 yr old saved his life and most importantly how we should prioritize our mental health by just being more kind to others and ourselves. All it takes it one step in the right direction and surrounding yourself with the right community of support. Take a seat, grab a note pad, there are many takeaways in this episode of BTNT! Want more of Coach Erik? Give him a follow: Coach_Friz

Are you comfortable with getting uncomfortable? Get ready for the realest episode of BTNT. We talk about Jaimie’s journey with alcohol, coming out to her family, achieving a masters degree and a near death experience that woke her up. We also touch on how YTT changed her life and why you should throw out the “checklist” everyone says you should achieve in order to feel accomplished in life. It’s more than career success, it’s about your impact. Bundle up, get comfortable and grab a note pad, there is sure to be some amazing takeaways!

On this episode of BTNT Nick and I discuss his love for music as a veteran DJ of 20 years. Nick even has a podcast that shares his mixes, titled “Nick Sandoval Podcast”. Hip-hop/Pop mix from AUG. ‘20 is my favorite so far! Nick also spent a little time as a teacher where he loved teaching the students about nutrition and how to move their bodies but ultimately left to go into lifetime where he could have more freedom to dive deep into the science behind what the body does and what it’s capable of. Nick is also a rad Dad that loves to teach his kiddos about how awesome Star Wars is. And my favorite part is how we touched on ultimately finding a silver lining from 2020. What did 2020 teach you? Bust out the notepad guys, you’re sure to have some inspiring takeaways from today’s episode. Want to connect with Coach Nick? Find him on social @Nickajoe

On this episode of BTNT, we talk with Tessa Foss from CHANHASSEN, MN. Tessa shares her 80lb transformation story, the 50 yr marriage secret she learned from her 84 yr old client Anne, why it’s important to show yourself some grace during your fitness and health journey and why she chose to “keep it real” with her kids. Things get a little rowdy when we bring up a touchy trainer subject; “body expectations”. Especially with this day in age of social media. You’re not going to want to miss this episode, so bundle up, get comfortable, things are about to get real. Want to connect with Tessa? Go give her a follow on Instagram: @TessaFoss

This good ol’ mid western boy from Omaha has some pretty great takeaways, one being, “Love your mama”. We talk about why coaches should reach out and learn from each other, his time as a firefighter in Colorado, being there for your family and how much he loves being a dad and a coach. Oh, and Tony wanted to make sure to tell you to, “do more and suck less”. Promise this dad isn’t full of dad jokes! Tune in to this very vulnerable and powerful episode with Tony Schuster from OMAHA LifeTime, want to connect with Tony? Go give him a follow on Instagram @TSchuster11

On this episode of “Behind The Name Tag” we interview Erin Montayne from Plano, Tx. We dive into her love for 90s rap, lip tattoos, her battles with lyme disease and favorite life lessons she learned along with her favorite Marilyn Monroe quotes. Get comfortable, pour a glass of wine and enjoy! Erin insists 😉

EPISODE 2: “Trainer by day, witch, cosplayer and twitch streamer by night.” This is a real life Bruja. How does she balance so many worlds? We talk about how she discovered her culture, brujeria background, ghost stories and moments of flow state. How she was able to take the COVID shut down and turn it into a 1K following on TWITCH. This superwoman is full of surprises. Come take a seat, you’ll be glad you did. Want more? Follow her on Instagram: @BuffBarbarianBabe

Episode 1: “A champion at Champions” with Anthony Semien. We take a look into what makes this 14 year veteran trainer tick. He’s a father, family man, that loves John Legend, lived in Argentina doing missionary work but still loves to lift all the weights and put them down. Don’t sleep on this calm natured badass. Take a look into what makes this champion tick! Want to follow our champ? Instagram: @Ant_Sem in the Houston, Tx area? Go check out Anthony at our LifeTime Fitness Champions location. Be sure to tell him how much you enjoyed his episode! 😉