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career. Perhaps you were once a chess fanatic, and today you find your board gathering dust from lack of use. Now is the perfect time to rediscover those once- beloved activities. WHAT HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO DO? Discovering new hobbies is just as rewarding as rekindling old ones. Have you ever heard about a pastime and thought, “I’d love to do that, if only I had the time”? Former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe opened a winery after retiring from football. While you probably don’t have the financial resources of a professional athlete, there’s nothing stopping you from pursuing a newfound passion at the same velocity as the footballs Bledsoe threw. IS THERE A CAUSE YOU WANT TO SUPPORT? Volunteer work can be incredibly fulfilling, especially when you have the time and energy to devote to it. Many older adults find that giving back to the community adds meaning and purpose to their lives. The best way to figure out how to donate your time is to think about a cause dear to your heart. From there, find a reputable organization that supports said cause, and see what you can do to help. NEW AND REDISCOVERED PASSIONS IN LATER LIFE AGuide to Picking a Post-Career Hobby more into the fitness than the medical supplies,” he recalls. “Eventually, I decided I would be more fulfilled by working at the box. I experienced the benefits of a healthy lifestyle for myself and wanted to spread that knowledge with others.” As the box has grown, John has been amazed by the community of members. “We have members that have been with us for over 10 years. At this point, everyone knows that the science behind CrossFit is sound, but it’s the people that really make us special.” He also enjoys seeing people take to the system and get results. “The biggest misconception about CrossFit is that it’s too hard for regular people. Once people try it for themselves, they realize it works for people of all ability levels and is a ton of fun.” When he’s not busy at CrossFit Brighton, John enjoys traveling with his wife, Julie. “More than anything, we like to spend time with our two grandkids.” Recently, John has also adopted a passion he shares with Chris: cooking in a pellet smoker. “I’ve done some ribs and pork shoulder, which came out phenomenal. My next goal is to tackle brisket. Chris and I have been trading tips and recipes, so I’m excited to see what he comes up with next.” We are honored to work with and share a community with incredible people like John. If you’re looking for the best box — don’t say “gym” — in the area, look no further than CrossFit Brighton. MEET JOHN TAMER Head Coach and Manager at CrossFit Brighton Retirement is the perfect opportunity to throw yourself head-first into something you’re passionate about. So what are you waiting for?

Aside from financial concerns, the No. 1 question that most impending and recent retirees struggle to answer is how they will fill up all their time. While spending time with family and relaxing are priorities for most folks entering the post-career chapter of their lives, these aren’t enough to fill up the bulk of your newly acquired free time. Cultivating a hobby is a great use of your time at any age, but especially during retirement. As Dick Van Dyke once said, “To me, retirement means doing what you have fun doing.” Here are three questions to help you discover a hobby that’s right for you. DO YOU HAVE A DORMANT PASSION? Work has a tendency to put our other interests on the back burner. Maybe you painted for pleasure during college but put the canvas away to focus on your

John Tamer has been a friend of Chris and Rochelle ever since they began working out at CrossFit Brighton. Founded in 2008, CrossFit Brighton was the third official CrossFit affiliate in Michigan, long before the workout methodology became a phenomenon. “My brother, Chris, was a professional hockey player,” John says. “When he was introduced to CrossFit, he immediately saw its potential. After he retired from playing, he opened up a box here in Brighton.” At the time, John was working as a medical device salesman. There was an extra room in the box, so he decided to move his office there, which began his transition to becoming a full-time head coach and manager. “I realized I was

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