iGnite IS our members! They make us what we are, which is why we LOVE spotlighting them! Meet Austin Member, Emmanuelle Jean. One of the many things we love about Emmanuelle is her fun and spunky attitude. You'll never find Emmanuelle taking herself too seriously, but don't let her laid back demeanor fool you, because she is mighty in both strength and spirit, which is why we know you will love meeting Emmanuelle.
How long have you been a member?
For 7 years since my running buddy, Trina invited me to join her. I've been here ever since!
Where do you live and how do you iGnite?
Austin, in person.
Where did you grow up?
The Loire Valley in France.
What class do you most look forward to and why?
Both strength and pilates.
Who’s your biggest motivator and what do they do for you?
David, my husband, is the best cheerleader. He believes in me!
What do you usually do right after class?
Shower then coffee, bread and French butter.
What's something we don't know about you?
I started fencing in 2018, my kids were fencing and I was trying to understand what was going on during competition. I'm a kinetic learner, I need to do it to understand. I got hooked and my goal was to be able to participate in the national championship vet 50 for my 50th birthday. With COVID, I got more time to prepare for the 2021 championship last summer. My super long goal is to be on the podium of nationals
championship of the vet 70. (that gives me 18 years to get better)
What do you like most about it?
It's fun, competitive, and not only pure strength, you have to work your execution and there's strategy. And it gives me another reason to work harder at iGnite.
Favorite exercise song:
Thunder
What’s saving you right now?
My family and my friends!
What word to you mutter while doing burpees?
I'm strong!
What do you love most about iGnite?
The outdoor workout and nice people