HOW WE THRIVE IN LIFE, LOVE + BUSINESS TOGETHER (AND YOU CAN TOO!)

Welcome back to the Inspire + Move blog! This one’s for anyone building a dream life alongside your partner—or even just navigating busy seasons together. Whether you're in business with your spouse or simply figuring out how to juggle schedules, roles, and responsibilities as a team, this post is going to hit home in the best way.

Let’s talk real life, real love, and how Matt and I make it work while running our business, BENCHMARK FITNESS, side-by-side.

RUNNING A BUSINESS & LIFE TOGETHER

Matt and I aren’t just married—we’re also business partners, co-founders of BENCHMARK FITNESS (now a full gym and recovery facility!), and co-creators of a life designed with intention. We've been in business together for over five years, and while it’s been amazing, it definitely hasn’t been without its “learning curves” (hello, pandemic gym closures and long commute days).

But through it all, one thing remains clear: supporting each other in our growth and momentum seasons makes all the difference.

DIVIDE, CONQUER, & STAY IN YOUR LANE (LOVINGLY)

We’ve learned to really honor our individual strengths. Matt is definitely the cook in the house (no debate), while I tend to thrive in content creation, programming, and running the behind-the-scenes admin of our business. Every evening, while he whips up something delicious in the kitchen, I find my flow in our office, knocking out tasks in quiet productivity.

It’s this rhythm—this shared respect for each other’s superpowers—that helps us move the needle without stepping on each other’s toes.

MORNINGS THAT SET THE TONE

Let’s be real: when you’re in a busy season, how you start your day really matters.

We’re big believers in the magic of slow mornings. Even with early starts at the gym, we wake up around 6 a.m., make coffee in real mugs (yes, that matters), cuddle the dogs in our robes, and use this time to sync up. These are our mini “morning meetings”—less corporate, more cozy. We compare calendars, review the day’s priorities, and make sure we’re aligned.

It’s amazing how this simple ritual has brought so much ease and connection to our life. And yes, sometimes it’s journaling and mindfulness. Other times, it’s just real talk about appointments, podcast tapings, or which one of us gets the car that day (we only have one!).

COMMUNICATION IS THE WHOLE GAME

If there’s one thing we can’t stress enough, it’s communication. Whether it’s a color-coded shared calendar or a fridge schedule, we check in daily and weekly. Sundays are our “at-a-glance” days—when we map out the week’s energy output (social plans, work stuff, recovery time), and make sure we’re not overbooking or burning out.

Even if you don’t work together, syncing up like this with your partner can create so much more flow in your life. It’s not just about logistics—it’s about being in tune with how the other person is feeling, what they need, and how you can support their growth while holding space for your own.

PRIORITIZE YOUR ENERGY BATTERY

Especially in seasons of expansion (hello, 2025 energy!), we’re extra mindful about our capacity. We limit social commitments, we rest more, we move our bodies daily, and we try—really try—to be in bed by 10 p.m. Getting solid sleep and starting our day on the right foot is non-negotiable.

Also: movement. For us, exercise isn’t about aesthetics—it’s a cornerstone of mental, emotional, and physical health. We make it a priority because it fuels everything else.

BIG NEWS: THE BENCHMARK APP IS COMING!

Okay, now for the really exciting part: we’re launching our very first BENCHMARK FITNESS App! We’ve been working so hard behind the scenes on this and couldn’t be more thrilled to finally share it.

We’re kicking it off with a six-week community-based challenge—think daily accountability, curated workouts, personalized meal plan, recovery tools, and exclusive perks for our BENCHMARK fam (like body composition scans!). Whether you’re a current member or not, this is your chance to plug into something that’s designed to support your total wellness journey.

So if you’re craving connection, structure, and a boost of momentum in 2025, this is your sign to join us. DM us on Instagram @BenchmarkBurlington to grab your spot. Let’s go!

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