17 JUN 2012
My name is Stephen Melillo. I am a Composer. Because of my early work with kids from NYC, and later experiments in eliminating the middleman via at-the-cusp-of-the-internet technologies, I have lived my own American Dream story. I began at age 33. I am, as of this writing, 54.
Writing Music for thousands of world-wide conductors and audiences in all sorts of venues is not without its physical tolls. That is why Health and Fitness, in all its many forms, has always been much more than a hobby. It is a Mission. It is what keeps me physically able to dig down again and again, spend 21/7 days year after year and remain a fit Father for my two young kids.
My interest in physical, mental, and spiritual Health, in Sport, Nutrition, Human Anatomy & Kinesiology, and specifically in Chinese Martial Art began when I was born to 11 (eleven!) Grandparents. They lived into their late 80s and 90s… with a Great Aunt reaching her Centanni! (100 years!)
I also studied Nutrition and Kinesiology as part of my Masters Degree. From the rigors of Martial Art training to basic calisthenics and day-to-day maintenance and diet, I work to remain strong enough to do what I want and need to do. I am not an expert. But perhaps you can relate to someone who does these things to pursue something else. I think that describes most of us. Our job is not “fitness,” but it sure is good to be as fit as possible.
“Why We Gather,” takes its name from the Veterans I have been blessed to know. In future posts, I’ll share with you many of the things I learned from these great Souls.
In the pursuit of your goals and your personal Mission… I wish you the best always and Godspeed! Steve
© Stephen Melillo 2012