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FTR Inside the Jails - Recovery Soapbox
FTR Inside the Jails - Recovery Soapbox
FTR Inside the Jails - Recovery Soapbox
Wednesday 24th April 2019
Ian Acker and Rachel Santizo discuss how Fit To Recover's fitness program is helping inmates with mental health and addiction recovery. Listen now.
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Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Transforming Lives Behind Bars: Fit To Recover’s Jail Program
Ultimately, that is the answer: people, people helping people, and just knowing that we'll be responsible and support the mission which we always have and always will do, I want to take it back to the people that you're helping these inmates.
Imagine finding hope and purpose in the unlikeliest of places—behind bars. In this episode of Recovery Soapbox, Ian Acker and Rachel Santizo from Fit To Recover share their experiences bringing fitness to male and female inmates in Utah. Their boot-camp style program isn't just about physical strength; it's a lifeline for mental health and addiction recovery. Ian and Rachel dive into the powerful stories of inmates who have discovered new paths through exercise.
They talk about the transformative impact of their program, from lifting weights to lifting spirits. The episode sheds light on how something as simple as fitness can be a beacon of hope for those who need it most. But this program needs support to keep going. Ian and Rachel discuss the importance of donations to sustain and grow their efforts.
If you’re curious about how fitness can change lives, or if you want to help make a difference, this episode is a must-listen.