It's not just a basketball league, it's a movement
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I started this business with the mindset of setting myself up for life in the realm of health & fitness. After exploring, my mission statement became clear
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To create and provide programs for individuals and communities that help people to adapt and/ or maintain healthy lifestyle practices while creating a positive, safe environment in a welcoming atmosphere.
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The Blendos Health & Longevity Movement currently provides seasonal recreational basketball leagues in Oneonta, NY. 2020 will mark the 8th year anniversary for the summer leagues and in 2016 we developed a spring and winter league as well as a one day 5 on 5 holiday basketball tournament.
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In 2017 we also added individual and group training for people trying to further develop their skills and basketball IQ.
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When people ask how I came up with the idea for the name "Blendos" the story isn't what most people would think but in the end it makes perfect sense, so here goes:
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While I was in college at SUNY Cobleskill majoring in Liberal Arts with a Psychology concentration, I thought I had it all figured out until I took the class "Adult Aging & Development". I previously had career aspirations to become a relationship therapist / marriage counselor. Throughout my time at Cobleskill I began challenging myself to figure out what I could truly succeed at and find passion in doing career-wise. One of my biggest hobbies has always been playing basketball and it has also played a significant role in physical exercise, reducing stress, mental well being, meeting new people, and expressing myself.
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While I was studying for this class I realized that my "dream job" would be to own my own fitness facility equipped with:
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A full-size basketball court
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A therapeutic swimming pool
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A spa
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A state of the art cardio and weight room
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A recovery room
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An onsite shake, smoothie and health food bar.
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