Member of the Month
September 2024
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Name:
Shari Hayes
Hometown:Yarmouth Port
Age:61
Occupation:VP/Commercial Lender at Cape Cod Five
What are your interests, hobbies, and talents outside of MCAC?
Spending time with my husband Mike and our 4 grown sons, traveling (St John USVI and Iceland this year) gardening, and knitting. I also serve as a board member for Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod and FAIR Project, Inc.
When you’re not at MCAC, where would we find you?Working, walking our yellow lab Phoebe on bike path, or enjoying the beach.
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What days/times are you normally at MCAC?
Early mornings most days, when work commitments allow.
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Tell us about your sports and fitness background.
I enjoy fitness classes, spinning, walking and kayaking.
When did you start at MCAC? How did you first get exposed to MCAC? How did your first couple of workouts go?
I was a long time member of Women’s Workout Co in Hyannis. I needed a new gym when they closed and Mid Cape was my choice. My husband was already a member and recommended that I give it a try. I felt welcomed in the group exercise classes from the start. Instructors really care about teaching the right movements to avoid injuries, and I’ve become friends with many of the “regulars”.
What is your favorite movement/workout?Love the boot camps/full body workouts.
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What impact has MCAC had on your life?
Improved mental and physical health.
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Do you have a favorite MCAC moment?
I really enjoy the pop up boot camps that support non-profits.
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What is your advice for people just getting started or thinking of starting at MCAC?
Push your boundaries- you can do more than you think is possible with great physical benefits.
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What is keeping you at MCAC?
Great instructors and lots of friends that I’ve made in the classes.