{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"What’s Up, Wake","title":"Fitness for All: A Journey with Adrien and Meagan","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/777ce976\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2080,"description":"In this episode of What's Up, Wake, we dive into New Year's resolutions with a special focus on fitness goals. Join us as we talk to Adrien King and Meagan H. Jacobs, owners of AKtivate Fitness, the winners of Best Fitness Program in the 2025 Cary Magazine Maggy Awards. Located in Cary's Millpond Village, AKtivate Fitness is known for its welcoming community and innovative approach to helping people maintain their fitness resolutions long-term. Learn about their journey into the fitness world, the unique aspects that set their studio apart, and their commitment to mental and physical health. We also discuss their involvement in the Rock Steady Boxing program for individuals with Parkinson's disease and their new initiative, AKtivate Movement and Recovery. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or new to fitness, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration to help you achieve your fitness goals in 2025 and beyond.\n00:00 Welcome and New Year's Resolutions\n02:10 Meet the Fitness Experts: Adrian and Megan\n02:41 Fitness Journeys: From Personal to Professional\n05:53 Building a Fitness Community\n07:17 The Rewards of Coaching\n09:23 Challenges of Running a Fitness Business\n14:59 Rock Steady Boxing: A Unique Approach to Parkinson's\n19:43 Empowering Athletes: From 8 to 70 Members\n20:34 The Importance of Strength Training\n21:53 Kickboxing: A Comprehensive Workout\n25:51 New Year, New Goals: Fitness Resolutions\n29:06 Introducing Activate Movement and Recovery\n32:12 The Vision for the Future\n33:35 Conclusion: Reflecting on Success and Future Plans","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/3FPpkJ7JIRSxqmup6bUJfqr8_rMrqpK7grf9C8PwVsk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNmM5/OWRmY2Y4NDg0ZDEy/YjlmZjdkZDdhNDI2/OTJiZC5qcGVn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}