Lori Vollkommer is a true inspiration! Say hello to our November Chompian of the month, Lori! Lori was a childhood gymnast who was forced to cut her career short after a spinal fracture. Despite this injury and a ruptured ACL, at age 49, Lori decided to start training again. Shortly after, she was back on the mat competing as an adult! She has earned 27 gold medals since then. Talk about inspiration! Lori believes in challenging your limits and staying active by keeping things in your life that bring you joy. She says life brings obstacles, but she is living proof that at age 53, you can still be a game changer with the right mindset, dedication, proper nutrition and having a good support team.
What’s your best tip on how to stay positive?
I have post-it notes all over my house with encouraging, uplifting and inspirational phrases to remind me of my "WHY"and uplift me on the days when I face challenges or need motivation. I"m also a huge believer in finding gratitude in the worst of situations. When we look back in hindsight, there are always gifts and blessings that come. My story is a great example of that!
What’s your workout routine?
3 hour Gymnastics practice 3 days/week and 1.5 hour strength and conditioning 2 days/week
How do you consider yourself a “game changer?” This is 100% open to your interpretation!
Having unfinished business, I returned to my childhood sport of gymnastics after a spinal fracture cut my dreams short and ended my career at age 16. Despite another spinal fracture and a ruptured ACL in my knee, at age 49, I decided to start training again with the encouragement of my chiropractor and PT and got ready for my first competition in 12 weeks! Competing as an adult has brought me all over including London and Bermuda earning 27 Gold medals to date. I believe in challenging your limits and staying active by keeping those things in our life that bring us joy. Life brings obstacles, but I'm living proof that at age 53, you can still be a game changer with the right mindset, dedication, proper nutrition and having a good support team
What’s the best thing you do for your personal health everyday (mental or physical)?
Mindful meditation and nutrition - It's important I pay attention to what I put in my body which includes my thoughts and my food. I believe in eating as clean as I can. That's where Chomps comes in!
What is your favorite Chomps product?
Original beef and salt and pepper Venison
How does Chomps fuel your lifestyle?
It's a handy in-between meal snack that helps keep me going. I toss it in my bag when I'm on the go and it's there when I need it!
