Articles

Below is a list of articles I have compiled that will help to bring some awareness to different aspects of wellness. Its important to look across the spectrum at different areas to ensure balance and true understanding. Awareness of these topics will help to build up that understanding.

A Little Movement Goes a Long Way

The article talks about the necessity of movement and how, despite popular belief, it doesn’t take high-intensity for 60 minutes per day. In fact, according to the article, just 30 minutes of low-intensity exercise could decrease early death risk by 17%. If you do medium or high intensity, your early death risk DOUBLES.  

Mindfulness May Indeed Be The Best Medicine

Twenty percent of the U.S. population is living with chronic pain. There is now an alternative to the cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT); its mindfulness. This is particularly helpful because not everyone responds well to CBT. It provides an alternative to help with psychological stress and pain severity.

The GM Diet: Does It Really Work?

The answer of course is yes and no. Due to the major caloric deficit it runs on, the individual on the diet will lose weight. However, its not the kind of healthy and sustainable weight loss that most of us are looking for. In fact, it helps to further prove that there is no substitute for adopting long-term lifestyle changes.

Questions to Ask When Changing Lifestyles

The article Losing Weight: Questions for the Doctor gives people some basic question to bring to their next doctor visit. It gives the individual a road map to navigating their game plan for weight loss. When people are looking to make lifestyle changes, it is always a good idea to consult their doctor. This is especially true when the lifestyle change is in the interest of weight loss.

Helping Your Child Maintain Their Weight

Maintain your health is hard. Maintaining someone else’s weight is even harder! This is a major responsibility of a parent. Understanding first that you are a role model to your child is important. Beyond that, it’s important to keep them on track in order avoid problems such as asthma, diabetes, and even some self-esteem issues.

Fun Healthy Snacks for Kids

Continuing the trend of taking care of your children and owning their wellness journey, this article gives out plenty of tips for kids snacks. These are healthy alternatives that kids can even prepare along with you. How about the added bonus of quality time?

Over the Counter Weight Loss Medication

In this article, we looked into what Hydroxycut actually does. We learned what it is that makes it work. The article cited instances in which the product was recalled for safety concerns including it leading to cases of rhabdomyolysis.

This article took a more in depth look into at the negative side effects of the product. It described things to be aware of such as caffeine content. Side effects included manic episodes, caffeine overdose and rhabdomyolosis.

This resource was used to help Andrew determine the proper number of calories to intake in order to help him achieve weight loss. This is a much safer alternative to over the counter meds. Plus, it creates more sustainable weight loss.

Nutrition Globalization

Globalization is a force that continues to gain momentum and has shown absolutely no sign of slowing down any time soon. Depending on your perspective this could be seen as majorly beneficial, or as a detriment to our societies.

The Levin Institute breaks down what globalization is in the article. It also outlines that world trade increased by 20x since 1950! A pretty significant growth over that time. This is why companies like McDonalds are in nearly every town you travel through!

In Common dollars and sense, Hamm outlines the impact of globalization on our health. Some alarming stats were in this article to really help drive home the gravity of the situation. In any given day, 1 in 3 kids consumes fast food. The average American eats between 4-5 commercially prepared meals every single week.

Eating On a Budget with Children

This article showed the approximate cost of raising a child. It goes to break down how much you’re expected to spend this year and total over their entire childhood years. Eye opening when you see that one kids costs approx. $270,000!

Some really good tips for shopping on a tight budget were found in our assigned reading! Schlenker included some great tips like shopping at places like Sam’s Club or Costco. Buying in bulk drives the unit cost down. This brings the overall value up and costs less money when buying larger amounts of items. This is much more economical than buying smaller amounts at local farmer’s markets.

Updated Resume

JORDAN MILLER

1061 County Rd D East, Vadnais Heights, MN 55109

Mobile: 207-897-8057; Email: Miller1125@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE: Personal Training Manager looking for expanded responsibilities and experience

SUMMARY:Highly motivated individual with 9 years’ leadership/mentoring experience. Talent for creating high energy and motivation in others that consistently produces desired results. Flexible style enables all team members to achieve their full potential. Always places the client/group’s needs first.

KEY SKILLS:

  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Professionalism
  • Creativity
  • Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Accountability
  • Dedication

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Oct 2017-Present: Personal Training Manager, Anytime Fitness

  • Heads training program of 90+ clients and boosted monthly revenue from $13k to 19k in one quarter
  • Closing 60% of consultations and 75% of renewals resulting in $20k+ in average sales/month
  • Manages training of peers and new hires within company ensuring standards are established and met throughout the course of the year

Feb 2017-Aug 2017: Assistant Manager, iLoveKickboxing Savage

  • Guides 300+ members through their fitness journey by leading high energy, fun and intense group fitness class
  • Drives revenue by showcasing value to potential members and closing the commitment
  • Trains staff members on technique, projection, professionalism and showmanship

Apr 2016-Dec 2016: Assistant General Manager/Operations Manager, Sky Zone

  • Chiefs daily operations while overseeing continuation training of 64 personnel
  • Interviews and selects incoming team members while ensuring a quality over quantity mindset
  • Exemplifies the WOW experience resulting in the increase of returning guests during key times
  • Produces schedule and training plan weekly to ensure maximum efficiency

Aug 2015-May 2016: Assistant General Manager, Teavana Mall of America

  • Led team of 11 members through daily sales and operational goals while consistently being lauded as one of the top members in the company
  • Helped increase overall store production during crucial holiday season despite having the lowest number of customers in 6 years
  • Consistently handled all weekly ordering and resupply for all operational and visual needs in one of Teavana’s highest volume stores
  • Promoted above peers on an expedited timeline because of hard work, dedication, and proven results

Jan 2012-May 2015:  Command, Control, and Communications Specialist, United States Air Force

  • Instructed/demonstrated proper physical fitness to 60 personnel in one of the Air Force’s most physically demanding career fields
  • Supervised 30 personnel as the assistant section supervisor ensuring all individuals were both physically and mentally ready for rapid deployment at all times
  • Responsible for $300 million in air assets used daily for the defense of 212 fellow service members during deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom
  • Quality control for battle tracking all air assets within the eastern and southern regions of Afghanistan

Feb 2010-Dec 2011:  Security and Law Enforcement Instructor

  • Senior instructor supervising a section of 5 fellow trainers responsible for training law enforcement, security, and deployment skills to joint service members
  • Conducted over 1200 hours of classroom and 400 hours of hands on instruction to over 500 Air Force, Army, and civilian personnel
  • Assisted the development of initial Active Shooter Response course for all bases in pacific region
  • Honed leadership skills during 6-week Airman Leadership School-graduated in top 10% of class

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

  • Distinguished Honor Graduate from the Security Forces Academy; top 5 in class of 120 fellow service members
  • Honor Graduate from 2-week Airman Leadership class; handpicked by senior leadership to attend
  • Officially lauded by 26 key military leaders for professionalism and dedication as well as overall job knowledge and execution
  • Airman of the Quarter, 647 SFS, Q1 & Q4 2011
  • Airman of the Year, 647 SFS, 2012

EDUCATION:

Purdue University Global

  • Health and Wellness, October 2015-current
  • Expected graduation date: 09 April 2019