# The Power of Community in Personal Growth

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Podcast: [Stronger Together with Sandpoint Strength](https://stenobird.com/podcast/stronger-together-with-sandpoint-strength-7043786)
Published: 2025-07-02T16:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://sandpoint-strength.captivate.fm
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## Resource

In this episode of the Stronger Together podcast, host Kenny Markwardt speaks with Tess Howell about her journey of joining a gym during the pandemic, transitioning from a physically demanding job as a whitewater raft guide to a more structured fitness routine. They discuss the importance of community support, personal growth, and the challenges of navigating emotional health while maintaining a fitness regimen. Tess shares her experiences of adapting to new routines, the significance of accountability, and the transformative power of fitness. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of community events and the challenges of public perception in organizing such gatherings.

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