Vanquish Newsletter May 25, 2026

Steve Jarecki • May 26, 2026

“Your PR isn’t the goal—it’s the result of everything you’ve done to earn it.”

This Memorial Day, We Remember Through MURPH.


Memorial Day isn’t just another workout—it’s a moment. A moment to push harder, dig deeper, and honor the men and women who gave everything for the freedoms we live and train under every day. At Vanquish, we don’t take that lightly. This week, every rep has purpose, every drop of sweat means something, and every finish line is a reminder: we get to do this because of them.



Week 11 of the Medusa Cycle


We’re closing out the Medusa Cycle the best way we know how—together.

This week is all about celebrating the work you’ve put in, pushing your limits one more time, and finishing strong as a community. We kick things off on Memorial Day with Murph—a workout that means more than just fitness. It’s about effort, grit, and honoring something bigger than ourselves.

From there, the week brings a mix of fun, challenge, and just the right amount of grind. You’ll see some classic workouts, opportunities to move and recover, and partner pieces that remind you why showing up here matters.

The theme? A 90s Road Trip. And just like any great road trip, it’s not about rushing through—it’s about the experience, the people beside you, and making every mile count.

Let’s make this a week to remember. Show up, give your best, and leave no doubt. 💪

Recess isn’t just for kids—and the science proves it.

The American Academy of Pediatrics
recently doubled down on something simple but powerful: kids need daily breaks to move, reset, and recharge. Not as a reward… but as a requirement.

Why? Because breaks improve focus, help with learning, build confidence, and support mental health.

Sound familiar?

The truth is, nothing changes when we grow up. Your body and brain still aren’t designed for nonstop work, stress, or sitting all day. You don’t perform better by skipping breaks—you just build fatigue.

That’s why what you do here matters.

An hour in the gym isn’t just a workout. It’s your reset button. It’s your chance to move, clear your head, connect with people, and come back stronger—physically and mentally.

So treat it like recess.

Protect it. Show up for it. And don’t let anything (even yourself) take it away.


Don’t Train Around It—Fix It and Keep Moving


That nagging shoulder. Those cranky knees. Tight hips that just won’t loosen up.


Sound familiar?


Good news—you don’t have to just “deal with it.”


At Innovate Sports Medicine, Lara (your on-site Athletic Trainer + Gym Manager) will figure out what’s actually going on, treat the issue, and give you a clear, simple plan so you can keep training instead of sitting out.


This isn’t about quick patches or guessing games. It’s about real answers, smart treatment, and keeping you in the gym doing what you love.


If something’s been bothering you, now’s the time to handle it 💪


MAKE AN APPOINTMENT WITH LARA

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