In an effort to get to know our Reign Fitness Community better, we like to feature a member each month who showcases our core values...
"Being Coachable, Confident, Hungry, Positive, and Humble."
And for March 2019, I couldn't pick anyone more deserving of the spotlight then my long time friend and client Monica Dherin!
Monica is unbelievably caring and once you get into her "circle" you're family for life. She's always challenging herself to keep improving and continues to make health a priority in her life.
I've known Monica for almost 10 years now and she's been there for so much in my life… from being there at my wedding to even hosting the first ever Reign Summer BBQ at her home. Could not imagine the Reign Community without her and I truly hope others will get to know her a little like I do through this Member Spotlight!
Here is Monica…
1. What (who) brought you to Reign? How long have you been training with Reign?
I started with Albert before Reign was in existence. It was Holly’s BIG idea. “Hey, I saw this Groupon for a gym near my house.” After being traumatized by watching a class and going through orientation I knew that we would only be doing this nonsense for 30 days and not signing up for a day longer.
8 years later here I am still working out, learning new things about myself every day.
2. What is the most significant change - whether social, physical, mental…you have experienced since you have been here?
I was always wondering when I could stop exercising.. I now consider exercise a permanent and necessary part of my life. It makes me feel good!
3. Tell us a little about yourself. What's a Day In The Life of Monica?
So boring! I’m up early to get to work in Seattle.
Typically home 12-13 hours later. Evening meals are prepped ahead of time so Loren and I can eat well. I try to carve out some time for myself to do something that I enjoy every day. That is often going to Reign, dabbling in my hobbies, reading and spending time with Loren and the pups.
Off to bed by 10pm.
4. Share your favorite memory so far at Reign?
This so difficult!
So many fun memories. Rather than a specific memory I can stop and reflect on how so many people at Reign are supportive and encouraging-who make a difference without realizing it.
5. What are your goals or aspirations leading in 2019?
Mobility, mobility and mobility.
6. First CD you bought & Favorite Movie of all time...
I will do you one better, my first cassette tape was Eddie Money’s, Two Tickets to Paradise”.
If this is on TV I will always sit down and watch…. Grease.
It came out when I was in high school and I remember watching it at Southcenter theater when it was a single screen theater.
7. What are your hobbies outside of Reign?
Gardening—I love flowers, fresh veggies and fruit. I know Albert “loves it” when I bring zucchinis for Mesha. Crafting - I like to knit and for Christmas I usually sew some small gifts. Baking - when I have the luxury of time to make it fun.
8. What's your spirit animal?
Pandas. I admire their coordination, swiftness and agility.
9. Life words of wisdom you have for 20 year olds? 30 year olds? (We'll stop there.)