The Power of Woman

Looking at this awesome photo of one of our satisfied HBB customers, Victoria Lodise, gave me a great sense of satisfaction! Victoria received her beautiful sterling barbell pendant for Mother's Day, which means, what?? Yes, this beautiful, outrageously fit woman manages to care for herself AND a child or children! She is strong AND nurturing. At HBB, we love that!

Isn't it strange that not that long ago women weren't supposed to be strong, or have opinions, or lead companies, or govern or even vote. Attempts to do so were met with ridicule, derision and often aggression. We've come a long way since then, but the young women of today could use the reminders that they are unique, powerful, capable individuals who deserve respect.

Fitness of body, and development of mind and soul, are part of whole person wellness which leads to true satisfaction. Our daughters need to know that living a rich, vital life means seizing the day in all areas: but health and wellness must be primary, for without these you lack the energy and strength - and consequently the desire - to pursue the other areas. When you make the time to work out, don't you just feel better?

A male friend who let his fitness lapse years ago recently said to me, "I'm gonna do it again. I'm gonna get big!!" But what I wanted to tell him is that fitness is a LIFESTYLE, not an isolated EVENT. Of course, if you're a competitive bodybuilder you want to build muscle and "Get big"... but what my friend should really want is to "get strong", "get fit", "get healthy"! Cuz that's how you "GET LIFE!"

So, here's to you, Victoria! One stylishly motivated, fit, strong woman! Hoo ya!