Teach Strong: Proactive Health with a Personal Trainer - Connie Power

In this episode of Everything But The Lesson Plan, we’re diving into the importance of teachers taking a proactive approach to their health. Our special guest, Connie Power, a certified personal trainer and health advocate, joins us to talk about how educators can benefit from working with a personal trainer to boost their physical well-being. We’ll discuss how investing in fitness now can enhance energy levels, reduce stress, and improve long-term health—all of which can lead to a better, more balanced life in and out of the classroom. Whether you’re a teacher looking to take charge of your health or simply exploring new ways to stay active, this episode will provide you with insights, practical tips, and inspiration to "Teach Strong." About Connie Power  Connie, considers herself a true Georgia Peach, born in Elberton Georgia and raised in Athens Georgia and later moved to the Atlanta-Metro area after deciding to raise her, then 5-year-old nephew.She says she is blessed to be able to have two careers in which she loves, as an accountant for 15+ years and personal trainer for 15+ years. She holds degrees in education, business administration and accounting. Connie has been a certified personal trainer and group aerobics instructor for 16 years. She opened up her own studio after seeing a need to have a place that services not just the physical but also the mental and spiritual wellness of people. A place in which they can call their health/wellness sanctuary also known as “the clubhouse”. There are no strangers at Passion 4 Fitness Studio and we are all athletes. Her motto is, I am always striving to be better, not perfect but better. By the way, she loves Oreo Cookies! https://passion4fitness.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_4_fitness_studio/?hl=en About The Host: Franchesca Thompson Welcome to the "Everything But the Lesson Plan", a podcast brought to you by Thrive12, an education company designed to ensure you thrive every month of the year. I am an educator, entrepreneur, and influencer on a mission to transform education with innovative tools, tips, and resources for educators everywhere! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchesca-thompson95/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ithrive12 Instagram: ithrive_12 Website: www.thrive12.com Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Thrive-12