○ a community of parents, aging athletes, and younger ones looking to get healthier
○ runners, cyclists, skiers, climbers, hikers, and strength athletes
○ aiming to age well, working to climb and ski better, trying to build our endurance, and training to get out of pain
○ strength serves a greater purpose – preparing us to be helpful to our communities and families
○ strength is the greatest asset we can build for ourselves
○ training should be challenging, rewarding, and it should always move us towards our goals
○ as a cooperative community, not a competitive one
○ with diligent and considerate coaching and guidance, so we stay safe and on track
○ with bodyweight, kettlebells, sandbags, and sleds as our primary tools