Erik Frederickson
Erik Frederickson
Interview with Ian Acker - Founder of Fit2Recover
Interview with Ian Acker - Founder of Fit2Recover
Interview with Ian Acker - Founder of Fit2Recover
Friday 22nd May 2020
Ian Acker, founder of Fit2Recover, shares his journey from addiction to building a supportive fitness community. Listen now for an inspiring story.
56 minutes
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Erik Frederickson
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!Ian Acker: Building Strength and Community Through Recovery
It's too much of a risk, it's a brand, it's everything in between. You take the skill set, albeit used for all the wrong reasons, but you take the mindset and the skill set that is developed that somebody develops to stay in that addiction.
What happens when fitness becomes a lifeline for recovery? In this episode of The Recovering Reality Podcast, Erik Frederickson sits down with Ian Acker, the founder of Fit2Recover, to uncover his inspiring journey from addiction to building a supportive fitness community. Ian opens up about his struggles with feeling inadequate, which led him down a path of drinking and drug use.
His story takes a turn when he hits rock bottom and decides to seek help, leading to a transformative recovery journey. Ian talks candidly about the challenges he faced and the crucial role fitness played in his recovery. He shares how the idea of Fit2Recover was born—a gym and recovery community in downtown Salt Lake City that offers a safe space for people to connect and grow through fitness.
One of Ian's key messages is the power of giving permission and encouragement to others. He believes everyone has the potential to be awesome and chase their dreams; sometimes, they just need someone to tell them it's okay. Ian emphasizes the importance of community in recovery, explaining how Fit2Recover provides a supportive environment for people to connect and thrive together.
Looking ahead, Ian is passionate about expanding Fit2Recover beyond Salt Lake City, aiming to create a global platform where people in recovery can support each other through fitness. If you're seeking a story filled with hope, resilience, and the power of community, this episode is a must-listen. Join Erik and Ian as they explore the journey of recovery and the birth of Fit2Recover.