Arthur Jackman

What fuels your passion for health and fitness?

Health should be important enough on its own--feeling good makes all of life's challenges easier to tackle. It is more than just energy levels and the absence of sickness also; feelings of depression are heavily linked to improper hormonal balances, which proper diet and exercise help combat as well. Physiognomy matters to me as well. Contrary to popular opinion, you can tell a lot about someone by their appearance. When someone is in great shape, that speaks of hard work, dedication, fortitude

What’s your favorite way to train or stay fit?

I lift mostly--with elliptical work for low-impact cardio, but I also really enjoy rock climbing and yoga in my routine. Climbing helps incorporate tendon work so that they aren't injured by disproportionately developed muscle, and it strengthens the mind-body connection through organic movements you scarcely simulate in lifting. Both climbing and yoga help my recovery, total strength, pushing through plateaus in gains, and practical, real world strength and mobility.

What would you do with $20,000?

I have spoken to my pastor about building a gym for our church members. Not only is it another reason to attend and be a member of the church, but church fellowship is always important, and this would provide another opportunity to do more than just worship together, not to mention encourage a healthier congregation--all things that build more consistent attendance, enthusiasm, and thus strong faith.