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How the Gym Builds Confidence and Grit: Despina Titsis’s Story
Ever felt like you could use a little extra oomph? You know, that mental toughness to push through challenges? Well, it turns out the gym might be the secret ingredient.
In today's episode, we chat about the role of the gym in shaping resilience and confidence. Jake Wareing talks to youth coach Despina Titsis, who shares her story from a youth athlete to a gym member and into a coach and mentor.
Despina has seen how fitness strengthens bodies and also builds confidence. The community-centered approach at Wareing supports growth both inside and outside the gym.
Jake and Despina also discuss Wareing's Grit program - aimed at instilling persistence in youth athletes.
The program provides young members with life skills through structured training. Tune in to learn how fitness provides opportunities for growth.
Key Takeaways
Introduction (00:00)
Despina’s initial reluctance and transition to coaching (02:45)
How the gym helps Despina with life struggles (06:46)
Importance of emotional resilience in fitness (10:29)
Despina’s passion for the gym’s supportive environment (15:46)
Despina’s definition of "grit" and persistence (16:13)
Launching the youth "Grit" program for athletes (20:12)
Despina’s coaching approach with young athletes (21:49)
Benefits of youth programs for confidence and fitness (24:04)
Wrap-up and call to action (24:59)
Additional Resources
Despina’s Instagram: despinaamalia_
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Sign up Your Child for the GRIT Youth Athletics Program this Winter: https://wareingsgym.com/grit-relaunch/
Not a Wareing’s member? Sign up for a free 7-day trial here: https://wareingsgym.com/free-week/
Already a Wareing’s member? Sign up for a new class today: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/mainclass?studioid=14645
Visit our website for more: https://wareingsgym.com
Let’s Connect:
Facebook: http://web.facebook.com/WareingsGym
X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/wareings_gym
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wareingsgym/
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Where The Beach Gets Fit is a podcast with a mission to entertain, inspire, and educate our community on everything fitness to help you crush all your goals and reach your peak.
Be sure to follow us wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss a new episode.
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By Jake WareingEver felt like you could use a little extra oomph? You know, that mental toughness to push through challenges? Well, it turns out the gym might be the secret ingredient.
In today's episode, we chat about the role of the gym in shaping resilience and confidence. Jake Wareing talks to youth coach Despina Titsis, who shares her story from a youth athlete to a gym member and into a coach and mentor.
Despina has seen how fitness strengthens bodies and also builds confidence. The community-centered approach at Wareing supports growth both inside and outside the gym.
Jake and Despina also discuss Wareing's Grit program - aimed at instilling persistence in youth athletes.
The program provides young members with life skills through structured training. Tune in to learn how fitness provides opportunities for growth.
Key Takeaways
Introduction (00:00)
Despina’s initial reluctance and transition to coaching (02:45)
How the gym helps Despina with life struggles (06:46)
Importance of emotional resilience in fitness (10:29)
Despina’s passion for the gym’s supportive environment (15:46)
Despina’s definition of "grit" and persistence (16:13)
Launching the youth "Grit" program for athletes (20:12)
Despina’s coaching approach with young athletes (21:49)
Benefits of youth programs for confidence and fitness (24:04)
Wrap-up and call to action (24:59)
Additional Resources
Despina’s Instagram: despinaamalia_
—
Sign up Your Child for the GRIT Youth Athletics Program this Winter: https://wareingsgym.com/grit-relaunch/
Not a Wareing’s member? Sign up for a free 7-day trial here: https://wareingsgym.com/free-week/
Already a Wareing’s member? Sign up for a new class today: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/mainclass?studioid=14645
Visit our website for more: https://wareingsgym.com
Let’s Connect:
Facebook: http://web.facebook.com/WareingsGym
X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/wareings_gym
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wareingsgym/
—
Where The Beach Gets Fit is a podcast with a mission to entertain, inspire, and educate our community on everything fitness to help you crush all your goals and reach your peak.
Be sure to follow us wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss a new episode.