Mount Pleasant Magazine Nov/Dec 2017

88 www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.ILoveMountPleasant.com | www.BestofMP.com feature 10 p.m., providing the flexibility to actually develop a fitness routine and make exercise part of your daily life. “Every day you wait to get started it gets harder and harder to do so. Even if ‘starting’ means you pick up the phone and schedule an appointment with a personal trainer – that’s often the hardest part,” encouraged owner Meredith Nelson. “What keeps me on track is that I know how hard it is to restart an exercise program once you stop.” Just show up. Our warm weather certainly will, and you’ll be excited when you’re already in shape to hit the beach or your company retreat at a resort with a pool. “I’d suggest finding a buddy,” Nelson added. “Having someone to meet up with reduces your chances of putting it off until tomorrow.” And at Prime Time Fitness, you can mix it up with yoga, pedal and pump cardio workouts, golf fitness instruction and even senior or faith-based classes so getting in shape stays interesting and fun. They also give back to the community so you’ll be part of the spirit of giving all year long. Another great fitness option is to start relieving stress before the holidays by joining the MUSC Wellness Center for a game of racquetball or swimming a few laps in the pool. Open every day, the center also offers 80 group exercise classes per week, along with having plenty of free weights and cardio equipment to help sustain your workouts. Membership is available to everyone in the community, promoting a healthy lifestyle for all seasons of life. “Understand that if you want to change, it can’t be temporary,” advised Director Janis Newton. “Success is determined by your mind-set, so have fun in redefining who you are.” Newton suggested that you commit to less so exercise doesn’t become a chore and you lose site of the positives. The center also offers wellness services to help you achieve clarity on the health benefits you’ll be giving yourself as a gift through these sustainable lifestyle changes. FINANCIAL FITNESS We should all know by now that money spent improving our quality of life is a good investment, but what if we also knew how to save our hard-earned money by understanding which decisions to make before the New Year’s eve ball drops at Time Square? You can search online every day and find basically the same information. But keep in mind that your financial situation is as unique as you are. Regardless of your situation, some valuable tips can get you started today for a healthier financial future. Procrastination can be a costly option. Independently owned, 360 Financial Partners is a full-service investment advisory firm and can be a valuable local source. Their team members actually care and want to help you reach your goals. From asset management or tax strategies to life insurance or employee benefits, they will take a 360-degree view of your financial platform to help you achieve your goals. So explore the financial world from their perspective. They will work with you, your family or your business, and they invite you to become a client, a friend and a partner. You simply can’t put a price tag on peace of mind. EMOTIONAL FITNESS Mount Pleasant offers a multitude of beautiful outdoor fitness venues, so why would you wait for colder temps and shorter days? Walk your dog on the beach or join a meet-up group that hikes or cycles. You’ll soon have new like-minded friends, and that’s always a bonus during the holidays. Dr. Susan Johnson, director of Health Promotion at the MUSC College of Health Professions, believes the environment can play a huge role in how we live our lives. “We tend to be influenced by the people, places and things that are in closest proximity – so we need to surround ourselves with positive influences,” she recommended. Dr. Johnson thinks the “all or nothing” mentality is what derails many people from achieving their goals, so she lives by the 80/20 rule.