Why "WTF"?

Blog post originally posted April 2, 2016

I chose Whiskey Tango Fitness to honor my late Uncle Joseph Findley who for many decades was a pilot and tragically died in a gliding accident in 2002. When he was flying, his tail number was Whiskey Tango and everyone that knew him, knew that name. This also was in reference and came to life because of his love of Wild Turkey, haha. Growing up I would constantly hear stories of my Uncle traveling all over the world. He would pop in and out here and there to visit us and we would hear about his latest adventures. My Uncle from a VERY young age knew he wanted to be a pilot and there was nothing that would stop him. When he was just 13 he would cut the grass at Sky Sailing Airport with a push mower just to pay for training hours. Did I mention there were acres of grass!! Lol. If that’s not dedication and passion I don’t know what is.

He began flying gliders and soon became an instructor himself at that airport. He loved that airport so much that he purchased a camper to live there! After some time, he became a mechanic at United Airlines where he eventually worked his way up through the channels and became a Pilot for them in 90's. He truly loved every aspect of flying and did not mind being on the go never in one place for very long. He passed away when I was 17 years old. Now sitting here at 31 I realize just how much we had in common and I wish more than anything he were here to share in my excitement of starting my own business. 

He would absolutely be the one to tell me “don’t be scared to chase your dreams and give it your all!”

I admire what a hard-working man he was and how he taught me without even realizing it that no dreams are too big, to pursue your passions and ENJOY what you are doing. He had the best sense of humor and I remember every time we would get together the room was filled with laughs. This makes me smile today because I know that he would cracking up to know that I named my business after him and coincidentally the initials turned out to be WTF! I love you Uncle Joe, I hope to make you and your tail name proud as you did for your short but fulfilling 44 years. Salut.  Starting my own business created solely from passion to help others is by far the most rewarding things I have done aside from becoming a mommy.

Knowing that what I am doing is helping folks feel comfortable in their own skin & better cope with other aspects of their lives is an amazing feeling.

Whiskey Tango Fitness all about empowering people to take control of their health, build relationships with others while enjoying getting healthy. We are ALL in this TOGETHER. Let’s get started on becoming healthier, stronger and most of all HAPPY!