WellcommDC [12.30.24]

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[HIGH FIVE] We gave a High Five to Caroline Campisi (@carolinecampisi), a Coach at BASH Boxing.

WellcommDC: Where do you work…out?

Caroline Campisi:  At the moment, my favorite places to workout are FLEX | DMV. Life Time Clarendon and of course BASH! On the days that I am not in the gym, I love going on a run or a long walk with my dog, Stormi.

WDC: What does wellness mean to you?

CC: Wellness means balance – in everything. It’s not just about your physical well-being but also about caring for your mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

As an athlete my entire life, I thought that wellness meant training and working out every day, pushing myself to the absolute extreme. This mindset carried into my professional career – working nonstop and not taking a day off. I thought that, in order to be successful in these two avenues of my life, I needed to do the absolute most, to the absolute extreme. This extreme mentality led to a very fractured mental well-being.

It wasn’t until this year that I truly found balance leads to overall wellness. I discovered that taking time for yourself, listening to your body, and not falling into the trap of being hard on yourself has created the healthiest, happiest, and most successful version of me.

I must give a huge shoutout to Alex Trakas (@lextrak13), who has played a significant role in this discovery over the past year.

WDC: What are your wellness goals over the next twelve months?

CC: As I head into this next year, I want to continue this journey to be my healthiest and happiest self. I aim to incorporate more weightlifting into my weekly workout routine, with the goal of becoming stronger overall.

My boyfriend, Shurman Riggins (@shurmtheworm), will also be competing in HYROX DC in the mixed-doubles division after previously competing in the mixed-doubles race at Hyrox NYC this past June. I have competed in Hyrox twice before solo, but getting to experience the race with the person I love—cheering each other on—was truly special, and we want to do it again. We have a goal to train even harder leading up to it and hopefully lower our time!

WDC: Who are some people who inspire you, motivate you, or keep you accountable when it comes to your wellness?

CC: The person who inspires and motivates me the most is my boyfriend, Shurman Riggins (@shurmtheworm). When we’re not training for our next race, we’re in the gym together, taking classes, or he’s taking my BASH classes—cheering each other on. We support each other every day with the goal of being the best versions of ourselves to show up for each other.

Second, a huge shoutout to Matt Moosavian (@mattmoosavian). This past year, Matt convinced me to start doing 4:45 am workouts with him FLEX | DMV, and I am forever grateful. The Train with Matt workouts are TOUGH—but these sessions have made me stronger. Huge shout out to the group that shows up and pushes me: Rachel Martell (@rachelmartell), Juan Marcano (@juanmrcn), Mike Winter (@mike_winter40), and Frank Cadle (@fcadle).

Another huge shoutout to my entire BASH fam. This community kick started my fitness journey and has shaped me into the person I am today. From every single member to every coach, we continue to motivate each other and show up for each other—truly standing by our motto of “Always in Your Corner!”

WDC: What advice would you share with someone looking to change their wellness routine?

CC: Don’t be afraid to try new things!

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[HUSTLE] Close out 2024 with HUSTLE at Amazon HQ2 in Arlington, VA, and ride into the New Year with a powerful lineup of classes organized by Sunny Mae Miller (@sunnymaeerryday) on Tuesday, December 31st, 2024.

Join HUSTLE for a New Year’s Eve celebration of movement, featuring:
9:00 am – Cycle | feat. Julia Hawkins (@juliabhawkins_) and Remi Shea (@remi.shea) 
10:15 am – Strength | feat. Julia Hawkins (@juliabhawkins_) and Remi Shea (@remi.shea) 
12:30 pm – Strength | feat. Sunny Mae Miller (@sunnymaeerryday) 

Reserve your spot now and kick start your 2025 goals [Bringing People Together]

[FITNESS] Kick off the New Year with Mayor Muriel Bowser at the 11th annual FITDC Fresh Start 5K on New Year’s Day, January 1st, 2025 at Anacostia Park. This free, family-friendly event invites everyone to walk, run, or cheer as part of a DC tradition celebrating health and wellness. Registration opens at 9 am, with the Kids Dash at 10:15 am and the 5K starts at 11 am. Register here. Let’s start 2025 strong together. [DC Runs]

[WELLNESS] Sip, share, and set your intentions at Mocktails & Meaningful Conversations: Rooted Intentions on Friday, January 3rd, 2025, from 7 pm to 9 pm at Adose Wellness. This empowering evening features meditative grounding, vision board creation, and gratitude stations, all paired with delicious mocktails and enriching discussions on personal growth, healing, and community. $8 tickets include a crafted mocktail and the opportunity to connect with Lady Kay (@the.ladykay), a certified health coach and mindfulness expert, for an evening of soulful exploration and community connection. Say yes to new beginnings—this is your time. [Rooted in Growth]

[THANK YOU] We’re so grateful for YOU—our WellcommDC community—for an amazing 2024. Thank you for subscribing to the newsletter, following us on Instagram (@wellcommdc), and helping us grow into the DMV’s go-to source for fitness and wellness. Together, we’re gearing up for an unforgettable 2025 with more IRL activations and additional partnerships. Can you help us out? Subscribe to the newsletter at WellcommDC.com, and forward this post to your favorite fitness professional in DC. Let’s make 2025 the year we show up, sweat it out, and thrive together. [Wellness Community]

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Go For It,

Your WellcommDC Team (@wellcommdc)

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