The State of Fitness has been an amazing story from well over ten years ago, that's because the founder and owner Justin Grinnell has a level of faith and trust in his mission that he is bound to be successful.

Moving back to his roots in moving his facility to downtown Lansing is a blessing in that now 'The ReFirement Zone' adds another member to our family.

Learn more about State of Fitness here: http://www.mystateoffitness.com

Key terms in this episode -

Perceptions of downtown Lansing
Breaking out of your 'box'
Relationship driven small group fitness
ReFired people are a big customer
What's the value add and cost

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Cherished Kirkland is an amazing young woman with so much upside, energy, grace and intelligence you cannot go wrong in listening to this episode. A recent graduate from Michigan State University she shares great tips for anyone who is thinking about higher ed.

Follow Cherised on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/cherished__momentz/

Key terms to listen for -

Respect
Leadership
Your own truth
Student mental health
Becoming involved

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Justin Caine is the most original and positive soul I have met in a long time. It had been a while since we had seen each other, boy I am glad we reconnected.

His love of living is incredible. As we recorded this episode, amazingly it was the 29th anniversary of Justin's brain hemorrhage due to his tumor.

Learn more about Good Fruit Video here: http://www.goodfruitvideo.com

Keywords to listen for -

Doubters but driven
Good Fruit Video
Do good, be fruitful
Expect more
Betting on myself

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For his 13th visit into the program, Brock and I have another lively discussion featuring the following talking points -

Real Estate inventory is rising in Mid- Michigan and the state of Michigan
Interest rate is rising and what is expected between now and the end of the year
What sellers should expect over the next 6 months?
What Buyers should do over the next six months?
How to stay calm in a changing market.

Learn more about Brock Fletcher here: https://www.kw.com/agent/UPA-6587385147343917058-9

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Joan Pagano is an "Ageless Wonder"and a wonderful resource. Joan has been in the fitness game since 1988, trained such luminaries as Jackie Onassis and Caroline Kennedy, and advocates strength, cardio and flexibility.

Joan's website http://www.Joanpaganofitness.com is absolutely an amazing resource.

Keywords to listen for -

Osteoporosis
Sarcopenia
Classic timeless exercises- Squat-Pushup-Back Extensions-Core
Knowing your numbers
What does your 'Future Self' look like?

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As the former Executive chef at Michigan State University Kari Magee wore many hats, carried on in many roles. In her new role she is fulfilling a personal dream of owning her own restaurant. 'Veg Head' is going to be a place of great energy and greater food with Kari and her business partner Shawn Elliot pulling this all together.

Learn more about Veg Head here: https://www.facebook.com/vegheadllc

Keywords to listen for -

Vegan vs. Vegetarian, whats the diff?
What does the universe have in store for Kari
meeting the google corp chef and becoming inspired.
Using creativity to make beautiful, healthy and tasty food

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As the manager of the Michigan State University Tech Store with over 20 years experience in the consumer technology universe Michael Crow is a great score for all of us. Knowledgeable and open to sharing it, Michael is the 'Man'!

Michael's upcoming episodes will help and assist us all on good purchases fueled by great information.

Keywords to listen for:

Verizon wireless
MSU Tech Store
Listening, Confirming, Offering options
Motivators for students and parents
Safety & Security

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Amber Rinestine is an amazing person with the joy for life like no other, I am not kidding!!! As the first Head Football performance dietician at Michigan State University she is in charge of all nutritional aspects of the Spartan Football program.    For more information please visit www.tommattshow.com

Another 'ReFirement Zone' story and exclusive as radio legend and Lasing Sports Hall of Fame inductee David "The Mad Dog" DeMarco is in studio.  Please listen in as we discuss- Why did David and Carol sell their home and move to Cedar Bluff, Alabama How work ethic and grit put David on the University of Alabama's post game football radio show Being patient and believing in your own god given talent to be successful Please visit www.tommattshow.com for past episodes and further learning!

The 'ReFirement Zone' officially met the mayor of Lansing  Andy Schor as our guest.  So many good things, all non political, including- 113 local parks The many, many different neighborhoods Affordability of living in a college linked University town Lansing for a lifetime For more information please visit www.tommattshow.com