18. A Journey of Fitness, Family, and Finding Joy with Connie Bennett

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Connie Bennett is a fitness professional who has been inspiring guests at Rancho La Puerta for nearly three decades. Connie shares her incredible journey, from growing up in a family of trailblazing journalists in Chicago to teaching dynamic fitness classes at the Ranch.

Connie reflects on the joy of movement, the importance of gratitude, and the lessons she’s learned from life at the Ranch. She also gives listeners a glimpse into her unique childhood, with stories about meeting Martin Luther King Jr. and dancing with Sammy Davis Jr.

Whether you’re looking for tips on staying active, embracing the present, or finding joy in daily life, this episode is sure to inspire.

Resources:

• Ebony Magazine: ebony.com
• Read: What Manner of Man: A Biography of Martin Luther King, Jr. by Lerone Bennett Jr.

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