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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH KELLY & WILLIAM HARTIGANQ: How do you balance your individual training and competition schedules with your relationship?A: Balancing our individual training and competition schedules with our relationship requires careful planning and communication. We%u2019ve found that pre-planning date nights and scheduling post-show celebrations are essential strategies for maintaining connection amidst the demands of competition prep. These moments allow us to reconnect and enjoy quality time together, reinforcing the bond we share beyond our athletic pursuits.Furthermore, we coordinate our competition schedules collaboratively. By planning together, we can synchronize our off-seasons, providing opportunities to prioritize our relationship, spend time with loved ones, and pursue shared interests outside of the competitive arena. This approach enables us to strike a healthy balance between our athletic endeavors and our relationship, fostering mutual support and understanding along the way.Q: What are some ways you motivate each other to push your limits and reach new goals?A: We motivate each other through unwavering support and encouragement. Knowing that we have a partner who not only acknowledges our hard work but also believes in our potential is incredibly empowering. Whether it%u2019s cheering each other on during challenging workouts, celebrating milestones achieved, or providing a listening ear during moments of doubt, we strive to be each other%u2019s biggest champions.Q: Can you discuss any sacrifices you%u2019ve had to make as a couple to support each other%u2019s careers?A: As a couple, we%u2019ve encountered various sacrifices in support of each other%u2019s careers. One significant sacrifice involves adjusting our schedules to accommodate training sessions, work commitments, and other obligations. This often means waking up early for workouts, rearranging appointments, or altering plans to ensure we can both pursue our professional endeavors effectively.Additionally, we%u2019ve prioritized each other%u2019s needs over our own at times, whether it%u2019s rearranging personal commitments or making compromises to support a partner%u2019s career-related opportunity. These sacrifices may seem small individually, but collectively they demonstrate our unwavering commitment to each other%u2019s success and happiness.Q: What%u2019s the most rewarding aspect of sharing your passion for fitness with each other?A: The most rewarding aspect of sharing our passion for fitness with each other is the deep connection it fosters in our relationship. Having a partner who shares our enthusiasm for staying active not only strengthens our bond but also provides a unique source of motivation and support.Sharing a common fitness goal allows us to unite as a team, pooling our efforts and resources to achieve something greater than we could on our own. Whether it%u2019s conquering a challenging workout, training for a race, or pushing each other to reach new personal bests, we%u2019re able to inspire and uplift one another every step of the way.Q: What are your hopes and dreams for the future, both personally and professionally, as a couple?A: On a personal level, we aim to continue nurturing our relationship, deepening our connection, and creating lasting memories together. We envision a future filled with love, laughter, and shared adventures, where we support each other through life%u2019s challenges and celebrate each other%u2019s successes.Professionally, we aspire to make a meaningful impact in the fitness industry by coaching and inspiring others on their wellness journeys. Drawing from our own experiences and expertise, we hope to empower individuals to embrace a healthy lifestyle, achieve their fitness goals, and unlock their full potential. Whether through personalized training programs, consulting, or ongoing coaching, we envision ourselves as catalysts for positive change in the lives of others.66 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 44