• Ryan Defond

  • Sep 27 2024
  • Length: 33 mins
  • Podcast

  • Summary

  • My fascination with Health and Fitness didn't just happen overnight; it was sparked in the crucible of my life's most challenging chapter. As a childhood Leukemia Survivor, I faced adversity head-on at a tender age. Rather than allowing it to define me, I harnessed that experience as fuel to ignite my passion for aiding others on their wellness journey. What began as a choice at the age of 16 evolved into an unyielding passion, propelling me towards higher education in Kinesiology. Delving deeper into wellness and sports medicine after college, I stumbled upon the transformative realm of alternative medicine—a pivotal moment that set the stage for the chapters that followed. Post-graduation, my hunger for knowledge remained insatiable. Achieving certifications as a Personal Trainer (CPT), Women’s Health and Fitness Specialist (WFS), Weight Loss Specialist (WLS), and Behavior Change Specialist (BCS) through the National Academy of Sports Medicine marked the inception of my professional journey. However, my quest for holistic wellness didn't end there. I ventured into Muscle Tension Release Therapy, weaving it harmoniously into my practice. As I immersed myself in holistic and alternative medicine, I also nurtured my spiritual side. This evolution led me to become an Intuitive Tarot and Oracle Card Reader, a Reiki Master Teacher, and a devoted Spiritual Guide and Mentor. As my career burgeoned, a realization dawned upon me: true wellness transcends physical fitness alone. It must marry the physical and spiritual realms together. This revelation led me to formulate what I now dub as the “Five Components of Wellness—Emotional, Mental, Social, Physical, and Spiritual Health.” An indivisible synergy among these facets is the catalyst for genuine holistic health. Among these components, Stretch Therapy stands as the cornerstone. It's a powerful tool that amplifies joint movements, induces relaxation, uplifts moods, alleviates stress, and reduces pain—an integral part of nurturing the mind-body connection. So here we are—embracing a holistic paradigm where the pursuit of wellness is a harmonious dance of multiple dimensions.

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