Episode 73 with Jeannine (Kinsei-Do Corner) - Raising Driven and Active Kids: Role Modeling, Motivation, and Fitness

In this episode of Kinsei-Do Corner, I am joined by my colleague, friend, and recent Fitbuller Showdown teammate, Jeannine. While we both love pushing our physical limits in CrossFit and hybrid racing, this conversation shifts the focus from our own training to the legacy of health we pass down to the next generation. As active parents, we dive deep into the ultimate parenting challenge: how do we raise kids who are intrinsically motivated to move, eat well, and chase ambitious goals?Jeannine and I explore the power of parental role modeling. We discuss what happens when children grow up seeing a dedicated, active lifestyle not as an obligation, but simply as the daily family norm.Jeannine shares invaluable insights and personal anecdotes from raising her 18-year-old son and teenage daughter. We talk about the importance of early exposure—how introduces children to a wide variety of sports and activities allows them the freedom to discover their own unique passions. Whether you are a parent trying to inspire your children to step onto the sports field, an educator invested in youth development, or simply passionate about long-term family wellbeing, this episode offers practical, heartfelt wisdom on raising the next generation of resilient, healthy, and driven individuals.Tune in to the full conversation on YouTube and wherever you listen to your Podcasts!