She's also incredibly talented and such a great person all around. I feel like myself, and the team, are better people and fighters because of her.
Here's what she had to say.
Amos: Please introduce yourself. what you do, where you're from all that kind of stuff.
Lindsay:My name is Lindsay Scheer. I have 2 jobs: I am a pediatric physical therapist and a Muay Thai Kickboxer…so that basically means I’m either with my kids or at the gym! I’m originally from Cincinnati, OH, but I’ve been living in Louisville, KY since 2003 when I came to the University of Louisville to play soccer. I transferred to Bellarmine University (a small Division 2 school in Louisville with an excellent PT program) and finished out my last 2 years of soccer eligibility and then continued there for graduate school.
A:How did you get started as an athlete? How has that evolved into more than just a hobby?
L: I have been an athlete since I can remember. My parents got me started at a very young age just basically enjoying physical activity…I remember doing Gymboree classes with my mom, swim lessons, and of course starting rec soccer at about 4 years old. I also have an older brother and sister who were athletic, so I tried to keep up with them. I’ve done a variety of sports throughout my life, but the main ones have been soccer, gymnastics, and kickboxing. I would have to say that my athletics probably started to evolve into more than just hobbies when I was in eighth grade and I had to decide between pursuing soccer or gymnastics as I entered high school. At this time I had to evaluate which sport I had the most longevity in (I didn’t have the gymnast body type…I was about a foot taller than all of my teammates and I started to hit my feet on the uneven bars!) and came to the realization that I wanted to play soccer in college. In terms of kickboxing, I decided to pursue it more than recreation after I was finished playing soccer and trained for my first fight…I never thought I would have 30 fights and make it to being a professional fighter.
A:A lot of people look for quick fixes, fad diets and such, what is your outlook on changing and maintaining a healthy diet?
L:First off, I think that person needs to have a healthy outlook on who he/she is. As a fighter, my weight changes pretty drastically and at first, it was kind of difficult because I would weigh in and then want to stay close to the weigh in weight which is unrealistic, especially now as I’ve gotten denser and older! My actual weight is a lot heavier than what it appears. So I think that instead of focusing on a number, the person needs to focus on being healthy. I think once the concern is to be active and eat right, and not to stand on a scale, that person can relax and the pounds will start to shed. I also think that the person should make activity goals and “eating goals”…not weight goals. That is not to say that he/she should not chart the progress on a scale, but don’t put all the stock into the numbers!
A:I can speak personally and say that there have been spells of lack of motivation, what keeps you motivated to maintain and progress?
L:Honestly, I love what I do and that keeps me motivated. That is not to say that there are not days that I want to sit on the couch and eat oreos, but there is a time and place for that also. I think the most important thing to think about is that it gets harder the longer you wait to get started or take a break. Consistency is the most important thing when it comes to working out, and so even on the days I may not feel 100% motivated, I just tell myself to get in there and do something….something is better than nothing, and once you get the ball rolling, you may do more than you planned! Also, it is important to find some type of activity you like to do…that will make you more likely to stick with it!
A:How has being a female in a sports influenced your performance?
L: I get asked that question a lot…especially considering I am a kickboxer. I have found that a great number of people have a hard time comprehending a female in a combat sport…even though it is 2011! However, I have always given the same answer no matter what sport I am participating in: I try very hard not to think of myself as a female in my sports…I think of myself as an athlete and a teammate – that way I am not holding myself to anyone’s standards but my own!
A:What other words of wisdom can you give our readers to encourage their growth and success in this type of lifestyle change?
L:That it is just that…a lifestyle change! In order to make it work and achieve your goals, you have to be ready to make changes in your day to day life
Thank you so much, Lindsay for taking the time out of your busy schedule to answer questions. It really inspires our readers to hear your story.
