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This one step changed my life

Saturday was my son Stephon’s tryout for baseball.  Unfortunately, someone forgot to mention that to the weather because the temperature never reached above 41 degrees:(.

​During tryouts, it was announced that any player can also tryout to be a pitcher.  My wife and I encouraged him to tryout for pitcher.  He was nervous, not confident, and didn’t want to do it because he’s never pitched before.

I’ll share with you what I shared with him.  

When I was in the 7th grade, my mom pushed me to tryout for my basketball team.  No way did I want any part of that!

List of excuses to her were:

-Didn’t know how to shoot

-Never played on a basketball team before

-Didn’t want to be made fun of

-The list goes on……..

Reluctantly, I went because my mom wouldn’t take no for an answer.  

By the grace of God I made the team.  I officially was the worst 7th grade basketball player of all time.

Something funny happened though, I fell in love with the sport.

Over time, I was able to earn all district honors in high school and continue to play in college.

My love for basketball led to me having a passion for fitness and bio-mechanics.

That resulted in me getting a masters degree in sports science.

In pursuing my masters degree, it opened the door for me to work for the U.S. Olympic Committee.

That opportunity led me to train under some of the best physical therapists and strength coaches in the world.

Fast forward to now, it’s allowed me to have my own training business that’s been able to transform countless number of busy adults lives over the past 9 years.

There are a host of other things that happened along the way, but I truly believe had I not stepped out of my comfort zone and tried out for the basketball team I wouldn’t be where I’m at today.

After sharing that story with Stephon he reluctantly said he’d try out:).

We practiced for a little bit before his pitching tryout on how to pitch.  

Then his name was called and he pitched off the mound for the first time.

After his pitching tryout, he was beaming from ear to ear.  

His level of confidence was sky high!

(Post tryout celebratory lunch:)

I have no idea where this step in life will lead him, but I do know it will make a profound impact on him growing into a more confident and stronger young man!

What step do you need to take out of your comfort zone that will help you reach your goals for 2019?

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Brad Updegraff
Brad Updegraff
2022-07-05
Marc really gets it! I really like his innovative approach to strength and mobility training. He is awesome for accountability and motivation and will keep you informed and engaged!
Elise Haschke
Elise Haschke
2022-07-04
Ultimate Performance really helped me achieve my health goals - strength, flexibility and improved mental clarity. Marc is able to meet you where you're at and create workout plans specific to your needs. And I love receiving his daily emails with tips and reminders to live your happiest, healthiest life! I highly recommend Marc and Ultimate Performance as a partner on your path to wellness and wellbeing.
Vatina Robinson
Vatina Robinson
2022-07-01
Quality training for lifestyle wellness!
Tim Oshaughnessy
Tim Oshaughnessy
2022-07-01
I have been working with Marc for almost two years. He has been extremely effective in reducing neurogenic pain in my hips and knees. In addition, he has worked on my balance and overall strength which was in serious need of attention. Marc is very responsive to designing exercise strategies to meet **your** specific goals and needs. I highly recommend Marc if you are looking for an exercise physiologist or trainer.
Walt Manly
Walt Manly
2022-07-01
Excellent service and care, even if I am his Dad!
Kristal Timmerman
Kristal Timmerman
2022-07-01
After many tried and failed programs either online or in a public gym or CG, I finally have a program I have stuck w consistantly for over a year. At the year mark, I even decided that I loved going to UPT so much, I upped my sessions from 2x to 3x a week. Now, I am sad if I miss a session. My pain is gone. I was a chronic pain patient for over 10 years with various issues causing said pain. Marc's knowledge of how muscles work and how to guide them back to their proper place is pretty cool. When he asks how your body is feeling, he expects you to tell him if something is off so he can help and prevent further injury. Plus... he tells corny dad jokes.
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