Ritual Health and Fitness

09/05/2025

WOW! What an incredible morning at the Salem Chamber of Commerce! 🔥

Today I had the honor of sharing my story as a one-person business owner - and let me tell you, it wasn't always easy to open up about the REAL why behind what I do! 💪

The heartache of losing loved ones to cancer, diabetes, and hypertension. My own injuries that could have ended everything. The family wins AND losses that shaped who I am today. Even the recent milestone of sending my child off to college!

But here's the thing - these experiences aren't roadblocks, they're FUEL! 🚨

Over 23 years in fitness across three states, I've had the privilege of serving everyone from kids to 96-year-olds (yes, NINETY-SIX!). I've written books, but more importantly, I've learned that TRUE success comes from selfless service to others.

The Salem Chamber didn't just give me a platform today - they gave me a SAFE SPACE to be vulnerable, authentic, and real about this journey we call entrepreneurship! 🥳

HUGE gratitude to every single Chamber member who welcomed me with such warmth! This is what community looks like, people!

What keeps YOU moving forward when life gets tough? Drop a comment below - I'd love to hear your story! ⬇️

08/07/2025

Ever wonder what REALLY lights my fire for helping people THRIVE at ANY age?🔥 Losing my grandfather sparked a mission—to keep YOU strong, mobile, and independent for life! 💪

3 reasons you NEED to hear my KMUZ interview:
1️⃣ Real inspiration for EVERY age—yes, I coach 95-year-olds to move with confidence AND guide top professionals in staying at their peak!
2️⃣ Battle-tested wisdom—Marine grit, EMT experience, and Age Management Medicine know-how, all rolled into strategies you can actually use.
3️⃣ True HOPE for lifelong change—Ritual Health and Fitness isn't your average gym routine. We use science-backed tools for results that LAST, no matter where you start.

Craving real change? Want to build resilience for LIFE? Drop a 💥 if you’re ready, then tune in & let’s do this together!

08/06/2025

Kari decided at 62 that she wasn’t done LIVING BIG! She wanted energy to play with grandkids, garden for hours, and move with freedom. With coaching, she’s now throwing kids around, crushing her garden game, and LOVING life again. It’s NEVER too late to take charge! Ready to MOVE better & LIVE fuller? Book a consult now—or listen to more wins like Kari’s on my KMUZ interview!

https://kmuz.org/episodes/772194
Aired on: 7.31.25

Visit me at:
rodstanley.com

07/10/2025

20 YEARS IN FITNESS has taught me one POWERFUL lesson: everyone's health journey is UNIQUE! 🌟

Age has given me more empathy and compassion for what YOU'RE going through. The mistakes I made as a rookie trainer? They taught me that fitness isn't just sets and reps—it's LIFE transformation!

In my latest video, I'm sharing it ALL:
✨ My biggest training fails (and comebacks!)
✨ How my approach evolved over two decades
✨ Why building RITUALS beats routines every time

Whether you're just starting or been at it for years, this one's for YOU! What's been your biggest fitness lesson? Drop it below! 👇

Watch the full journey here:
https://youtu.be/cyg9k0Npvvg

07/10/2025

🔥 AGE IS JUST A NUMBER... AND MINE'S GOING BACKWARDS! 🔥

At 95, my oldest client just improved her balance enough to walk WITHOUT her cane for the first time in 3 years.

This isn't rare. I work with adults 89-95 who are making NEW GAINS every week through corrective exercise.

Science confirms: Your body can rebuild and recover at ANY age. The research is clear - movement patterns that worked in your 20s won't serve you at 40, 60, or 90... but the RIGHT movements will transform everything.

Just ask Kathy, who's approaching 70 and THRIVING after TWO knee replacements! She recovered faster than her PT expected and is proof that your body wants to heal.

The truth? Your body is BEGGING to feel younger. Those aches? That stiffness? The fatigue? None of it is "just aging."

I've seen 90-year-olds improve their gait, balance and energy in WEEKS. What could happen for YOU?

Drop a 💪 below if you're ready to age backwards with me! Let's show these youngsters how it's done!

07/08/2025

🏆 The REAL victories that matter have nothing to do with the scale!

At Ritual Health and Fitness, we celebrate what your body CAN DO:

• Pami opened a jar without elbow pain for the first time in YEARS!
• Jim now has the energy to crush his demanding legal career all day long
• Mike finally keeps up with his wife on hikes, transforming their relationship
• Our 65-year-old client outlasts her 30-something kids on the dance floor!

These are the wins that change lives. Not pounds lost, but LIFE GAINED.

Want results that actually matter? Check out my programs or join the Ritual Health and Fitness app for FREE right here:
https://www.trainerize.me/profile/rod1/Rod.Stanley/

06/02/2025

REMINDER‼️Tomorrow at 10:30am we’re going live‼️

Are you a woman between the ages of 40 to 70 and have been experiencing discomfort in an area of your body? Have low energy or are frustrated with not being able to do the same activities you were before? 😩😢

Then tune into our live tomorrow, We will be discussing how we helped a current client get over those very same issues and why it’s important to start investing more time and effort into yourself and your body 🔥❤️💪🏻

05/09/2025

Globally an estimated 619 million people suffer from lower back pain, this makes it the leading cause of disability worldwide. If you experience lower back pain or pain within your hips we HIGHLY recommend showing up to Part 2 of the Ground up Series! It will be at Success Fitness tomorrow at 10am, Physical therapist Matt Hennings and Personal trainers Rod Stanley and Chris Olmstead will be taking you through stretches, mobility work, and corrective exercises to help reduce your lower back and hip pain. Through the reduction of pain we can increase your mobility and flexibility within those areas and work at making you feel better. We are all aging, why not age without consistent and looming pain 💪🏻 Show up tomorrow at 10am at Success Fitness and you will feel the results 💪🏻

Location : Success Fitness, 2164 Davcor St. SE Salem, OR 97302 (end of the cul-de sac on the right hand side) 📍
Time: 10am - 11:30am ⏰

If you plan on coming to this workshop feel free to come to our 9am HIIT class as well, get your heart rate up before we slow it on down and focus on those hips and lower back at the Ground Up work shop 💪🏻🔥

04/09/2025

Join the Success Fitness fam down at trivia on April 26th at 6pm! Our awesome neighbors at Tsunami Taproom are letting us sponsor this month’s trivia and we couldn’t be more EXCITED!! 😆 Chris and Rod will be coming up with the prizes for the winning team 🥇 and our member August will be the host 👱🏻‍♀️! Get there early to grab a table and come support the best gym and bar in town 🙌🏻🌊💪🏻👏🏻 🍻

03/18/2025

01/07/2025

**You’re NEVER too old, and it’s NEVER too late to start!** 💪

Every day, I hear people say things like, *“I’m too old to start training”* or *“My body just can’t handle it anymore.”* If that sounds like you or someone you know, let me introduce you to Tim—a living reminder that it’s NEVER over until it’s really over.

When Tim came to me, he brought this graphic that you see here —a list of injuries and challenges that could have stopped anyone in their tracks. But guess what? We didn’t let it stop *him*. We hit the ground running and have been smashing goals ever since. Tim is now doing things he once thought were impossible!

This transformation isn’t just about Tim—it’s about YOU. Whether you’ve faced injuries, setbacks, or doubt, you can still start your journey to better health today. Don’t wait for the “perfect” moment—it’s all about taking that first step.

💡 Ready to rewrite your story like Tim? DM me now, and let’s start turning your “impossible” into possible.

And if this message doesn’t apply to you, please pass it along to someone who needs to hear it. You never know who might be waiting for the push they need. 🌟

📺 *Check out the full video here: https://youtu.be/E-uXM1FgskY

01/03/2025

Update to prior posts: We have two new speakers.
Richi and Mariah Sede

Better Swings, Healthier Bodies – Creekside Golf Club Health & Wellness Summit

Increase flexibility, balance, and strength to improve your golf game and overall health.

Join us January 18, 2025, from 1-2:30 PM at Creekside Golf Club for an exclusive event hosted by Matt Hennings of Leading Edge Physical Therapy. I’ll be diving into how targeted fitness and movement strategies can transform your performance on and off the course. Whether you're dealing with stiffness, lacking power in your swing, or simply want to feel better day-to-day, this talk is for you!

Learn how to:
- Increase mobility for smoother, more powerful swings
- Strengthen key muscles to prevent injuries and improve stability
- Develop balance for better control and longevity in your game

👉 How does your current fitness level impact your golf game?

DM me “ ” if you have any questions. Let's take your health and golf game to the next level!

Mark your calendar! To register, call the Creekside Golf Club Pro Shop at 503-363-4653 ext 3**.

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