When you think you couldn't love your favorite band anymore, they send you a holiday card. Thank you. @nathaniel.william.hilts @thecoltoncrawford @pringlsc @djkenyonn and the rest of the @thedeadsouth family. From my family to yours, we hope you have a great 2024 and are looking forward to the new album and tour.

I big thanks to everyone who donated to shorten the shag for Santa's anonymous. Also, thanks to Shalaine Stebner at LUX for the new do. The hair will be donated to wigs for kids

Fun Fact Friday

Fun Fact Friday I have a moustache

Monday mindset A positive and resilient mindset enhances the benefits of exercise, making it easier to stay motivated, achieve goals, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS

Monday mindset The only thing standing between you and your goal is the story you keep telling yourself as to why you can't achieve it." Jordan Belfort #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS

Thankful Thursday It's always nice to have people in your corner rooting for you. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS

MONDAY MINDSET 🍁Embrace the Crunch of Autumn Leaves 🍂 #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #fallfitness #healthyharvest

Monday mindset Smiling can improve mood by releasing endorphins, reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and boost the immune system. It also fosters social connections and may contribute to a longer, healthier life. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #smileforyourhealth

Monday mindset #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #mindset

Who does like waking up and doing a little rope climbing in class? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #ropeclimbing

Wednesday Work in progress. I usually post sketches of drawings I'm working on to keep me consistent and to hold myself accountable. Seeing as it's Sept. summer is almost over. Kids are back at school. It's a great time to refocus on things we'd would like to work on and improve. For myself, I'm consistent at the gym thing 😁 but like everyone, there is always an endless list of things I want to accomplish. So a big one I'd like to work on is time management. So I can accomplish more of my goals . More often than not, it's the inside we need to focus on. Exercise is 10%, nutrition is 40%, and emotional and mental well-being is 50%. What's something you'd like to refocus on to improve your health and wellness and just make you the best you possible?

Monday Mindset #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #mindset #enjoytheniceweather

Monday mindset #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #mindset

GYM ETIQUETTE TIP

Hoodoos , dinos, and @thedeadsouth It's always great to get out with the family, do a little explorering, talk with our favorite banjoist @thecoltoncrawford. Sadly, I forgot to ask Colton when the new album comes out. Here is a tease of one of their new songs. #familytime #favoritebands #makingmemories

Monday mindset aim for progress, not perfection. It all comes down to making small changes and being as consistent as possible. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #mindset #aimforprogressnotperfection

WIP sketch Who's ready for @thedeadsouth and Dinosaurs? #thedeadsouth #livemusic #followyourpassion

It's been a busy few weeks with summer half over, so I haven't been getting my drawings in as much as I'd like. That being said, here is Wednesdays work in progress sketch on a Thursday. Love him or hate him. I was a huge Hulkamaniac growing up. Where are all my 80's wrestling fans at, and who was your favorite? Obviously, mine was @hulkhogan #pencilcrayons #80swrestling #hulkamaniacs #workinprogress #followyourpassion #hulkhogan #drawing

The first post I did at the beginning of the week regarding the 48-hour Mobile Device Filmmaking Challenge put on by @edmontonshortfilmfestival I asked how many times you noticed the 3 mystery elements in my short films. Let me know if you were correct In Sweet Life RCMP is only mentioned once near the end of the film. Horse makes 3 separate appearances. The first one is when the family is sitting eating Second, when the dog goes to the table Third, in a blue bag 😊 Red is also touched 3 times one of my daughters is drinking out of a red cup at the table Second, I'm holding a leash Third, the star of the short is wearing it on his walk. In Lost Escape RCMP is mentioned twice. A horse makes a few appearances. I'm riding one in a few scenes . And if you look closely, there is one on the cover of the book I'm reading. Red made 3 appearances. The obvious one is the red blood on my hand and shirt. The other two, if you blink, you might have missed them. The horse I'm riding has red on its blanket. And lastly I have red on my pajamas pants. I hope you enjoyed the films, and thanks for taking the time to support the arts. Final cut on the 2023 48-hour Mobile Device Filmmaking Challenge! The marketing component has officially closed. Want to find out who wins! Watch the Premiere Youtube screening on Sunday July 30 at 6pm!! #ESFF2023 #48hr #48hrfestival #followyourpassion

Fun Fact Friday Enjoy some low calorie popcorn as you watch some 48-hour Mobile Device Films put on by @edmontonshortfilmfestival To watch the videos go-to the link in my bio #ESFF2023 #funfactfriday #shortfilmfestival #followyourpassion #YEGfilms #48hrfilmfestival

Thankful Thursday I'm thankful for my family and friends for watching and supporting mine, as well as the other participants' shorts. If you haven't watched them, there is a link in my bio. I'm also thankful for the @edmontonshortfilmfestival for the hard work they put in to make Festivals and challenge like this one possible for myself and others to pursue our passions Thank you ! 😊 #ESFF2023 #THANKFUL #followyourpassion #shortfilms #YEGfilms

Work in progress Wednesday sketches. These two pieces still need more work, but I'm sticking with my theme of bombarding everyone with my 48-hour Mobile Device Filmmaking Challenge for the @edmontonshortfilmfestival So please make sure you click the link in the bio and watch all the participants' short films #ESFF2023 #followyourpassion #WIPsketches

Trivia Tuesday about my Lost Escape film that I made for the 48-hour Mobile Device Filmmaking Challenge put on by the @edmontonshortfilmfestival #ESFF2023 #shortfilms #shortfilmfestival #followyourpassion #filmingwithfamilyandfriends #wildest #YEGfilms

Monday mindset Where is your mindset at ? Are you the happy go lucky attitude of a dog or perhaps the nitty gritty getter done attitude of a cowboy? Speaking of dogs and cowboys, I spent the weekend participating in a 48-hour Mobile Device Filmmaking Challenge put on by the @edmontonshortfilmfestival For some reason, after finding out the mystery elements, I decided that I'd try and do 2 short films. 😬😆 With this challenge, you have 48 hours to film a 2 minute or less short film using a mobile device. Each year, they have 3 mystery elements that have to be worked into your film. This year's are: a. Somewhere in the film, we must clearly see a “horse”. ( How many times can you see a horse in my films?) b. At some point in the film, one of the actors must touch the color “red”. ( How many times does red get touched?) c. Somewhere in the film, we must hear “RCMP”. (How many times do you hear RCMP ?) These films get judged on the best overall film, best use of the mystery elements, and best marketed. Marketing is based on YouTube likes, YouTube views, and social media interactions. So please watch, like, share, and comment on both of my films and maybe do it multiple times 😊. I hope you enjoy watching all the participants' videos. I watched a few already, and they were amazing! I'll definitely have to try and up my game next time. The link for the videos is attached to my bio #ESFF2023 #filmfestivals #positivemindset #followyourpassion #filmingwithfamilyandfriends

Sorry in advance, for I'll probably be bombarding my page with posts regarding the 48-hour Mobile Device Filmmaking Challenge put on by the @edmontonshortfilmfestival That I took part in it this weekend and for some silly reason I decided to make 2 films. The short films have to be 2 minutes or less. Filmed on a mobile device and incorporating 3 mystery elements. They are judged for the best overall film, the best use of mystery elements, and marketing. So please watch, like, share, and comment. #ESFF2023 #followyourpassion #filmingwithfamilyandfriends #shortfilms #theysaydontfilmwithanimals

Second day of filming 🎥 For the 48-hour Mobile Device Filmmaking Challenge put on by @edmontonshortfilmfestival Only a few more hours to get everything done. #ESFF2023 #followyourpassion #filmingwithfamilyandfriends #filmfestivals

Getting ready to participate for the third time in the 48hour Mobile Device Filmmaking Challenge put on by @edmontonshortfilmfestival Let's see what this year brings! #ESFF2023 #followyourpassion #filmingwithfamilyandfriends #filmfestivals

Thankful Thursday I'm thankful for good music, great friends, and being able to get out and enjoy them together. #livemusic #enjoyinglife #volbeat #Halestorm

Work in progress Wednesday sketches One of my families favorite couples. That has done so much for us. And of course my one and only muse.

Monday mindset Sometimes it the subtle shift in thoughts or phrasing that makes all the difference. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #mindset #positivemindset

Thankful Thursday I'm honestly always shocked in a good way by the love and support of the Need for Speed community. I worked on Need for Speed Carbon years ago. I still sporadically get messages from fans of the game. And it makes my heart smile every time. So thank you. With that being said, who wouldn't want to see this Need for Speed Actor join the Fast and Furious franchise before it's over? What do you say, @vindiesel ??😁 #needforspeed #nfscarbon #followyourpassion

Wednesday Work in progress sketch I quick, little sketch of my favorite band @thedeadsouth. I may revisit this sketch and add a bit more details and a few more images. Until then, looking forward to watching you guys soon in the Badlands. #wednesdaysketches #pencilcrayons #thedeadsouth #tds #followyourpassion

Monday mindset #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS

Monday mindset #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS

Monday mindset

Fun Fact Friday “Looking good and feeling good go hand in hand. If you have a healthy lifestyle, your diet and nutrition are set, and you’re working out, you’re going to feel good.” So I thought I'd dress to impress for my workout today. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2

Thankful Thursday. I'll be honest I haven't been the most consistent with morning runs with my buddies. But today, I'm thankful for Gore-Tex shoes. It's a wet one out there 😊 #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #5amrun #R2

Monday mindset #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #mindset

Monday mindset ( inspired by your friendly neighborhood Spider-man) Bad things are going to happen. It makes us who we are. But good things are gonna happen, too. Remember, you have a support team of friends and family that are there to help you in the good and bad times. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #friendsandfamily #mindset #Spider-man

If you can't sleep, you lift. What do you do when you can't stay a sleep? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS

A little 6am gym karaoke 🎤

Work in progress Wednesday sketch. Sadly, my favorite hockey team was eliminated in the second round. But if you know me. I'm a goalie fan and will cheer for a team based solely on their goalie or goalies from that teams past. Now I'm torn who to cheer for. One team I really enjoyed cheering for they had my favorite active goalie playing with them till they put a sword in his back a few season ago and traded him for a bag of pucks. On the other side, we have a team that has had two goalies in their franchise that I was big fans of when they played. One even made it to Stanley cup finals that had (plastic) rats being thrown to the ice ritual for the playoffs. And honesty, their goalie right now is playing amazing. So this sketch represents the inner battle I'm having to pick who to cheer for 😁 Any guesses as to which goalies I'm referring to above? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #followyourpassion #nhl #goalies

Gym hair don't care Or maybe you do. New hats at Rip'n Ronnie's Fitness #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #ripronnies #R2 #badhairday #gymhairdontcare

Monday mindset "Don't wait for motivation to come to you on Mondays. Be the motivation that inspires others and sets the tone for a productive week." #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #mindset

MONDAY MINDSET What are you doing to train your mind and your muscles? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS

Work in progress Wednesday sketches I didn't get as much as I was hoping, but some is better than none. Like in life or fitness, it's about consistency. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS

Monday Mindset A healthy body starts with a healthy mindset. It's that time in spring where most people start to work on their gardens. Planting seeds, watering, fertilizing really putting in the effort to have a lush and prosperous season. What are you doing today to work on your health and wellness so that you are set up for success? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #mindset #doustthouevenhoist

Wednesday Work in progress sketches The Mr. Olympia King @ronniecoleman8 and requested by my son. It's a me Mario. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #followyourpassion

Monday mindset Be proud. Don't wait until you've reached your goal to be proud of yourself. Be proud of every step you take toward reaching that goal. - unknown #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #beproud #Mondaymindset #BESTDAYEVER

May the 4th be with you. One of the many reasons I workout is for my mental health. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #maythefourth #starwars #exerciseformentalhealth

Monday mindset It does not matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop. (Confucius) Consistency is the key to achieving any of your goals, whether it's self-improvement, fitness, business, or following your passion. So stay active, say consistent, and as always make today the best day ever! #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #stayactivestayconsistent

Thankful Thursday I'm thankful for the nice spring rain we had yesterday. It's going to help everything start to blossom and turn green. I was hoping it might have washed away more of the dust and gravel on the roads so I could get the bike out sooner. 🤞🏼 maybe the street sweeper will be out soon. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #getoutandride #enjoyspring

Work in progress Wednesday sketches. Did anyone else notice Bombastic Bag-Man in the trailer for Spider'man Across the Spider-verse ? I've also been working on a new design for the Broncs 😁(not really). I call it "Be the Pony ! " For each school sports team, you'd just change the butt stamp and center of the P. In this case, my oldest son is playing badminton right now. So you have badminton rackets and the shuttlecock 🏸. When it's basketball, you'd have a ball and hoop. I really think it will catch on. 😆 #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #followyourpassion #Bombasticbagman #Bethepony!

Monday mindset Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning - Fred Rogers As with everything in life, if you want to improve, you need to practice. There is nothing saying we can't do it with child like enthusiasm. I had a great time watching one of my friends get out and play on the trampoline with my kids on the weekend. I'm guessing he's a little more sore than they are. 😁 #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #mindset #BESTDAYEVER

Happy Earth Day Get out, get active and make today the best day ever!

Work in progress Wednesday A little sketch inspired by @kristopherbuffalo A frequent R2 gym member. That just happens to jump over bulls for fun. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #followyourpassion #becreative

Monday mindset The problem is not the problem. The problem is your attitude about the problem. Captain Jack Sparrow Most of the time, if we can put a more positive spin on a problem, it can make a difference. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #positivemindset

I had such a great time volunteering at the Battle River Run. Thanks to Rip'n Ronnie's , all the runners, volunteers, and the town for making this event so memorable, looking forward to many more. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #battleriverrun #firstrunoftheseason #BESTDAYEVER

Monday Mindset CTRL + ALT + DEL control yourself. Alter your thinking Delete negativity #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #Mondaymindset

Wednesdays work in progress sketch I don't believe either of these two need Self De-Fitness training, but if you're interested in signing up, round 2 starts tonight at R² fitness. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R² #fitnessclasses

Monday mindset The way to get started is to quit talking and beginning doing. This quote really spoke to me this morning. I have a lot of projects and goals I would like to accomplish. So I better quit talking about them and start working on them. Does anyone else feel this way ? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS

Monday mindset If at first you don't succeed... you are normal. Just remember to be consistent and keep trying. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #keepbelieving #consistencynotperfection

Monday mindset "Some people want it to happen. some wish it would happen, others make it happen." (Michael Jordan ) So which are you? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #mindset

Thankful Thursday I'm thankful for a great Self De-Fitness class last night. We did a little rollin' on the mats. I'm also thankful that after tomorrow, I have a few weeks off between kids' sports, which is great for you. April fitness classes at R² Mondays at 5:45 pm Combat fitness Tuesday, Thursday noon Yoga with a flare classes Wednesday and Friday 6am -6:45 am classes Wednesday at 5:30pm -6:30pm Self De-Fitness classes #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #fitnessclasses

Thankful Thursday I'm thankful for an amazing Self De-Fitness class yesterday, even if they chose to pick on me. 😁😆 #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #Fitnessclasses

Thankful Thursday Sometimes, it's the little things that make you smile. Like opening your pre workout, and the scoop is at the top of the container That's twice so far this year. I'm also thankful for an amazing Self De-Fitness class last night #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #gymlife #allmaxnutrition

Monday mindset Aim for progress, not perfection. As long as you continue to progress towards bettering yourself, you'll be great. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2

It was great to see so many venture out in the cold this morning to come to class. I rewarded them with some old school Pacman arcade time. 😈 Don't forget my new round of in person classes start March 1st. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #fitnessisfun

Thankful Thursday I'm thankful for having a workout partner this morning. I believe I pushed him pretty good with the workout. But I'll be honest he was tossing me around when we started doing karate. I big thank you to Sensei Lasell for the workout, and I'm looking forward to you helping out with the Self De-Fitness classes starting next week. There is still room in this class if you're interested. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2

Monday mindset "With consistency and reps and routine you're going to achieve your goals and get where you want to be." Mandy Rose. What are you doing consistently to achieve your goals? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #mindset

Monday mindset "Courage is like a muscle. We strengthen it by use. " - Ruth Gordon So don't be afraid to take that shot or next baby step to help you achieve your goals. Proud dad moment, my son is taking the shot, and yes, it did go in. He definitely worked his courage muscle this weekend and played some of his best B ball so far this season. The boys won gold in their tournament. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #Mondaymindset # #proudparent

Thankful Thursday I'm thankful my job offers me the flexibility to go and volunteer so that I can hang out with my kids. I'm even more thankful there wasn't alot of people to see me wipe out at the boards. 😆😆😆 #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS

Monday mindset Either you run the day or the day runs you. You choose. Meditation and Miles free 5 day challenge coming soon. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #mindset #meditationandmiles

Anyone else playing Pacman between sets? Maybe you R² ers should start working on those fine motor skills ( 😉😏). #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #videogamesatwork #betweensets

Hmmm! I'm not sure how I feel about this. 😁

Monday mindset I went for a little skate with my kids the other day and had one of them ask me which path they should take. It's easy, take the one that feels best to you at this moment. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #familytime #positivemindset

Thankful Thursday Just opened a new BCAA's And I'm thankful the scoop is on the top. Haha! Who else appreciates when that happens? Also had another little 5 am. fun run with some of the boys. @ripnronnies @bruceharbin We even had time to stop and see the new ice sculptures. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #5amfunrun #R2 #thankfulthursdays #scooponthetop #allmaxnutrition #townicesculpures

Had an amazing date night with my beautiful wife, And our favorite band The Dead South, just so happened to be there. If you're able to see these guys live, I strongly suggest it. They never disappoint. We even added a few more signed posters and cds to our Dead South collection as well. It's hard to tell, I'm not sure if it's because @thecoltoncrawford was swole from his earlier workout or the lights from the concert, but he's doing his best to catch up to the bearded boys @nathaniel.william.hilts and @pringlsc and is growing out a nice little stache. Thanks again, @thedeadsouth , @nathaniel.william.hilts , @thecoltoncrawford @pringlsc , and Danny for another great show. We are looking forward to the next one. That being said, any word on going back to @bosbarandstage ? Also, my apologies to Colton and Danny. Instagram doesn't like the horizontal videos and cut you guys out. 😒

Monday mindset Are you a glass half full or half empty type of person? Or, in this case, field half cover or half clear. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #mindset

Last run of the year. Thank you, @ripnronnies and @catherley82 , for hanging out with me in the woods this morning. The water in my pack froze, my hips are tight from the uneven terrain, but I'm looking forward to getting more kilometers in 2023. What is your plan to be the best you can be 2023? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #runninginthewoods #winterrunning

Thankful Thursday I'm thankful for that little extra push in my workout this morning. Have you ever seemed to notice that sometimes we get complacent or just doing enough? That's how my workouts have been since I had my little hospital visit a while back. I still don't feel 100%, but I also know I could be doing a little more than I have been. So, thanks, @spinninwilly for letting me join in on your workout this morning. What are you going to do in 2023 to be the best you can be? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #thankfulthursdays #R2

Merry Christmas. Christmas isn't just a day it's a frame of mind. I wish you and your family peace, health, happiness, and prosperity in the new year #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #gymelfontheshelf

Last sleep till Christmas. Good thing I've been working on my dips #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #gymelfontheshelf

🎵On the 10th day of Fitmas my body gave to me a 12 days of fitmas bootcamp, lead by me 🎶 #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #elfontheshelf

On the 9th day of fitmas, my body gave me squats, squats, so that we can lift all the gifts. What are you gifting yourself this year that will make you the best you in 2023? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #gymelfontheshelf

On the 7th day of Fitmas my body gave to me treats in moderation. The holidays should be fun! Try arming yourself against temptation by eating breakfast, planning your meals, drinking lots of water, and ditching the guilt. Remember to play games and have fun with your friends and family like a little snow ball fight. A good game of freeze tag is interval training in disguise. Keep it light—both your food and your heart—and you can win the happy, healthy, holidays you deserve! #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #gymelfontheshelf

On the 6th day of fitmas the gym elf asks you to please use your hands and remember to put your weights away #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #gymelfontheshelf

On the 4th day of Fitmas my body gave to me deadlifts which are good for you when you need to pack away the Christmas tree 🎄 #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #gymelfontheshelf

On the 3rd day of Fitmas my body gave to me one wicked suplex under the Christmas tree🎄 Are you giving yourself the gift of health and happiness this year? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #gymelfontheshelf

On the second day of Christmas #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #gymelfontheshelf

Monday mindset It’s not what you eat between Christmas and New Year that matters but what you eat between the New Year and Christmas. Stay active, stay consistent, stay healthy #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS

Times are tough The shelves are bare Let's show this elf How much we care. Please show your support and bring non-perishable items for the food bank. #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #gymelfontheshelf #supportlocal #tistheseason #bekind

Thankful Thursday I'm thankful for cozy blankets and furnaces. Stay warm out there today. What are you thankful for on these cold winter days? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #staywarm #cozybatmanblanket

Monday mindset You get what you work for Not what you wish for. That being said use those wishes and dreams to inspire you and motivate you to keep working and reaching for your goals #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #mindset #puttheworkin

"Did he just say a 100" The was the response from this mornings class 😈 #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #R2 #fitnessclasses #persoanltrainer #nutritioncoach #100s

Thankful Thursday I'm thankful for my beautiful supportive wife who puts up with all my shenanigans. I'm guessing she's thankful that November is almost over. What are you thankful for? #FLEXNFLEXIBILITYFITNESS #thankful #healthandwellness #persoanltrainer #nutritioncoach #movember