Column: What does your health mean to you?

Michael Strickland
Michael Strickland

In an era where stress seems to be woven into the fabric of daily life, finding effective ways to manage our mental and physical health has never been more critical. I sat down with Ari Price, director of operations and partner of Gold's Gym in Pocatello, to discuss how regular exercise serves as a powerful antidote to the pressures of modern living.

Michael: Ari, thanks for taking the time to talk with me today. Let's start with the big picture. From your perspective as a gym owner and fitness professional, what makes exercise so essential in today's world?

Michael Strickland teaches at Boise State University and studies at Idaho State University. He is the publisher of youngpeoplespavilion.com, a site that offers classroom recommendations for children’s and young adult books, along with discussions about teaching and learning.

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