Q: Marc Rubenstein (ScarU) ,
PAX: Uday Jain (WallE), W. Jason Griffith (F3 Risky Business), Morpheus, Matt Hopkins (Brisket), Marc Rubenstein (ScarU)
FNGs: None
COUNT: 5
WARMUP: Imperial Walkers. Arm circles like X wings
THE THANG: May the 4th be with You spelled out
Merkins
AL Gore
Y ves Poll
T-Bomb
Hairy Rockettes
E 2 K
4 Burpees
T. Merkins
H eels to heaven
Bear crawl
Earl Fonda
Weezy Jefferson
Imperial Walkers
Tippy Taps
Hill billies
Yul Breener
O PP
Up Downs
MARY: none
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Pennington Pop up May 16th, June 20th Summer Solstice
COT: COT extended like 30 for 30.
Themes for Star Wars applied to Life
1. Control your emotions—or they’ll control you
Anakin Skywalker is the clearest example of what happens when fear, anger, and attachment run unchecked. His inability to manage emotions leads to destructive decisions.
Real life takeaway:
Emotional regulation is everything—whether it’s stress, frustration, or fear. Pause, breathe, and respond instead of react. This is resilience in action.
2. Growth requires discipline and patience
Luke Skywalker doesn’t become a Jedi overnight. His training with Yoda is slow, frustrating, and uncomfortable.
Real life takeaway:
Whether it’s health, fitness, or business—progress is earned through consistency, not quick wins. The “boring” work is what changes you.
3. Your past doesn’t define your future
Darth Vader ultimately redeems himself despite a dark past.
Real life takeaway:
People can change. Mistakes, setbacks, even years of poor habits don’t lock in your future. What matters is what you choose next.
4. Community and connection make you stronger
The Rebel Alliance wins not because of one hero, but because of teamwork—Leia Organa, Han Solo, Luke, and many others working together.
Real life takeaway:
Health, success, and fulfillment are not solo missions. Accountability, support, and shared purpose drive better outcomes—something you already emphasize in your coaching.
5. Believe in something bigger than yourself
The concept of “The Force” represents purpose, connection, and trust in something beyond immediate control.
Real life takeaway:
Having a deeper “why”—faith, purpose, service—keeps you grounded when things get hard. It’s often the difference between quitting and pushing through.