In this episode of Mikhail & Sherna Get Fit, Sherna Cunningham and Mikhail Kirton celebrate 10 weeks of their podcasting and fitness journey by welcoming a very special guest—Victor Timothy, a former pro basketball player, lifelong Seventh-day Adventist, and devoted family man.

Victor shares his inspiring story of growing up in Tobago, transitioning from village basketball to the professional league, and ultimately redefining fitness as a lifelong form of medicine both physical and spiritual. He opens up about the discipline, persistence, and spiritual grounding that fueled his athletic success and how his love for the game continues to shape his health and mindset today.

They dive deep into the emotional and practical aspects of staying fit while balancing life’s evolving priorities, from fatherhood and faith to aging and injury prevention. Victor explains how fitness became his “medicine” during illness and stress, and how routines like early morning training, solo practice, and prayerful intention helped him stay consistent through life’s ups and downs.

You’ll also hear a candid conversation about patience in partnerships, the challenges of working out at different fitness levels, and how to stay motivated when starting over. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just beginning, this episode reminds you that true fitness is about consistency, faith, and aligning your health with a deeper purpose.

Timestamps:

05:44 Transitioning from school to professional basketball

10:55 Overcoming discouragement in sports and life

13:11 Using fitness as medicine for body and mind

18:50 Balancing basketball, family, and faith priorities

23:38 Maintaining fitness beyond professional basketball career

28:18 Finding balance in workout routines as a couple

32:25 Importance of patience in fitness and relationships

34:52 Closing thoughts: God as the key to fitness

Memorable Quotes

“After a while, it's very difficult to miss. If you practice, you have the right mechanics, you know, you start off about how much shots you can score, but after a while it's how much you miss. So you look at it from a different perspective. So you're not shooting really to score, you're shooting not to miss”

“Once you fit, you enjoy life. You enjoy. You sleep better, you know, you. You communicate better. People don't understand how important that is.”

“We are supposed to prioritize exercise but we don't. We use exercise as a pleasure thing. ‘I'll go to the gym when I feel to.’ But you don't eat when you feel to eat every day.”

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In this episode of Mikhail & Sherna Get Fit, Sherna Cunningham and Mikhail Kirton open up about the emotional and mental challenges of weight loss when progress feels slow. From struggling with calorie deficits to navigating frustrating weight fluctuations, they share raw, honest insights into the moments that nearly made them give up.

They dive deep into how poor sleep patterns have quietly stalled their fat loss results, why the number on the scale isn’t the only measure of success, and how “invisible wins” like increased energy, better endurance, and improved mood can be just as powerful as visible changes. Sherna and Mikhail also explore the role of partner accountability, revealing how working out together has tested and ultimately strengthened their relationship.

You’ll also hear personal stories about overcoming mental hurdles, staying consistent through discouragement, and redefining success beyond fast results. Whether you're stuck on a plateau or losing motivation, this episode is your reminder that long-term transformation comes from small, consistent habits and that you're never alone on your journey.

Timestamps:

04:01 New workouts and pushing physical limits

08:20 Importance of proper form in exercises

12:36 Benefits of stretching before workouts

16:56 Honest check-in on workout progress

20:01 Avoiding the ego trap in fitness

23:02 Respecting your body's limits

Memorable Quotes

“Your body often whispers before it screams.”

“Balance is the most important thing in the world. You cannot have more of one thing and less of another. Why? Because you'd be out of balance”

“Ambition is something that is good to have, but you see practicality, that is amazing to have.”

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In this episode of Mikhail & Sherna Get Fit, Sherna Cunningham and Mikhail Kirton get real about the difference between good pain and bad pain during workouts. Reflecting on a challenging week of overtraining, they open up about the physical discomfort they experienced and the lessons learned from pushing their bodies too far.

They break down how to recognize the warning signs your body gives you, the importance of proper form, and why rest and recovery are just as vital as the workouts themselves. From shin splints to sore backs, Sherna and Mikhail share honest insights into the dangers of ego-driven fitness and why consistency and moderation beat intensity every time.

You'll also hear about how they balance documenting their fitness journey with staying true to their health goals, and how modifying exercises isn’t weakness it’s wisdom. Whether you're new to fitness or learning how to train smarter, this episode will help you protect your progress, listen to your body, and redefine what it means to “push yourself.”

Timestamps:

4:01 New workouts and pushing physical limits

8:20 Importance of proper form in exercises

12:36 Benefits of stretching before workouts

16:56 Honest check-in on workout progress

20:01 Avoiding the ego trap in fitness

23:02 Respecting your body's limits

Memorable Quotes

“Your body often whispers before it screams.”

“Balance is the most important thing in the world. You cannot have more of one thing and less of another. Why? Because you'd be out of balance”

“Ambition is something that is good to have, but you see practicality, that is amazing to have.”

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