MEMPHIS FIT Photo by Tindall Stephens
Hunter Mitchell, 31 OCCUPATION: Account Executive at Cornerstone Systems FAMILY: Wife (KayLeigh) and dog (Birdie)
Favorite Ways to Stay Fit: I love group HIIT classes, weightlifting at ATC, tennis, pick-up basketball, walking 9 holes of golf after work, and taking my dog Birdie for walks around town. Where I Work Out: ATC Fitness, Shred 415, and Sol Hot Yoga & Pilates Studio What Started My Fitness Journey: After a tough work schedule issue and a life change, I decided to try out the weight room with my roommate after never really lifting before. It turned into a daily routine, obsession, and a necessary part of my life. I moved to Memphis in 2017 and wanted to supplement the weightlifting with something else, so I started taking Inferno Hot Pilates classes after a teacher invited me. I then got hooked on the hot room, group energy, and the fun I was having. Since then, I have incorporated group fitness classes such as Shred 415 and Hot Pilates into my weekly workout routine along with weight training. How I Stay Motivated: It is all about keeping a routine and trusting the process. The hardest part is showing up for yourself, even on your worst days. I also follow many fitness trainers and gurus on Instagram that help with my accountability. One of the Rock’s favorite quotes that I love is: “Success isn’t always about ‘greatness’, it’s about consistency… Consistent, hard work gains success.” What I Eat to Stay Healthy: I make breakfast tacos or oatmeal and bring my lunch (usually chicken, rice, and veggies) to the office. My wife cooks a healthy dinner almost every night. I also like to eat peanuts, apples, beef jerky, and granola/protein bars as a snack. My wife meal preps lunches for both of us throughout the week, so that definitely helps us both stay on track. 24
