Meet Colleen Christensen

Who’s one of your greatest superheroes / role models?

My sister-in-law, Heather Mackey. She was the type of person others were drawn to she was beautiful, smart, strong and fearless.  She was the type of person that made you feel like you could accomplish anything you set your mind and with such passion you had no choice but to believe in yourself. 

What’s one thing you’d want the women working out next to you to know about you?

“I may have just peed a little 😳” Hahaha. No seriously, I want them to know that if I am quiet I probably need a hug and if they hug me I will probably cry, but I will be so thankful because that hug was just what I needed.  

What is one part of yourself you really love, and one part you have to have more self compassion toward?

I love my sense of humor, I am always good for a prank or a joke or two.  I am learning to be okay with not being able to do everything and be everything for everyone all the time.  Learning to give myself permission to pause and take a moment for myself. 

What brings you joy?

Hearing my boys laugh.

Seeing an elderly couple holding hands.

Sleeping under the stars.

What fears have you had to overcome on your journey at Dropgym?

I' have had to overcome my fear of being vulnerable.  I used to think of vulnerability as a weakness, a way for others to attack me or hurt me. I have learned that being vulnerable allows me to connect with others in a way that would not be possible if I’d never let my guard down.  Being vulnerable and open has strengthened many relationships in my life and also opened the door to new ones that would not have been possible if I was not willing to be seen.

What’s your favorite movement? Is there a movement in the gym that has spoken to you or changed how you approach life?

My favorite movement is pushing a heavy sled. Carrying a heavy sandbag reminds me that things are hard in order to succeed and you have stay in it, stay connected, and breathe. It is a marathon, not a sprint.