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By Robert Balajadia
Hard work is the usually the recipe for success and not many young people display that more than 19-year-old Joneen Terlaje, who has big dreams and is working hard now to achieve them.
The now National volleyball player, full-time student, and Synergy Studios exercise instructor plans to make fitness more than just a lifestyle, but a career as well.
“One day, I plan on having my very own fitness business at a very young age. I believe in everyone to prosper into a healthier way of life and I believe everyone can reach their dreams,” said Terlaje.

With a healthy dose of exercise, Joneen Terlaje said she is in the greatest shape of her life. (photo courtesy of Joneen Terlaje’s Facebook.)
The list of exercise Terlaje partakes in daily stem from her history of a high school athlete where she played every sport she could. She played volleyball, softball, wrestling, tackle rugby and soccer for the ND Royals.
Terlaje’s dream is not just wishful thinking as she has already started building a foundation for her planned success in a pursuit to major in business/entrepreneurship. She is taking six college courses, where the average is five or less, while still managing to fit in a healthy dose of exercise.
“I workout at least five times a week and I am in the greatest shape of my life. Graduating from ND has prepared me for my future endeavors by helping me stay committed to a busy lifestyle. I learned to juggle sports and academics,” explained Terlaje on the early come up.
Terlaje faces the normal challenges like any college student, always being “on the go” and feeling the need to eat something quick, which is almost always fast food. She admitted that it is hard to be a college student and develop a constant workout schedule, but Terlaje did give advice to those in such a bind.
“If college students would attain healthier eating habits, they wouldn’t have to work out as much,” she added.
Watching her play volleyball speaks volumes on her athletic ability alone, in being that she is one of the teams hardest hitters, if not the hardest, of Guam’s best female volleyballers.

There aren’t many things Terlaje can’t do thanks to her commitment to exercise. (photo courtesy of Terlaje’s Facebook.)
The certified “Tread and Shred” Instructor at Synergy Studios displays her passion for fitness each and every class she teaches.
“The feeling of observing people workout and attain a healthier lifestyle is impeccable. I believe in myself to help people become healthier, stronger, and live longer!”
It also drives her, “I love the feeling after a great workout; a healthier lifestyle is a happier lifestyle.” she added.
Her busy schedule depletes her personal time, but she never forgets the people who are closest to her.
“I wouldn’t be able to succeed without the people who matter most to me, my family! Throughout my life, time management is a huge factor. Balancing your life responsibly can eventually lead you to success.”
Terlaje proves it’s never too early to start planning for a successful future. Exercise may just be an outlet for some and a routine for others, but exercise and fitness are proving to be everything and more for the likes of one ambitious young adult.
Don’t bother trying to tell her she’s too young or too unexperienced, she obviously doesn’t have time for that.
“Take care of your body, it’s the only place you live in!” – Joneen Terlaje


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GPS Sports Calendar
May 2022
- SU
- MO
- TU
- WE
- TH
- FR
- SA
Events for May
2nd
ISA TRACK & FIELD MEET #4
ISA GIRLS SOCCER
ISA BOYS VOLLEYBALL
GUAM MAJOR LEAGUE
Events for May
3rd
ISA BASEBALL LEAGUE
ISA RUGBY LEAGUE
IIAAG BOYS VOLLEYBALL QUARTERFINALS
GUAM MAJOR LEAGUE
Events for May
5th
ISA BASEBALL LEAGUE
ISA BOYS VOLLEYBALL
GUAM MAJOR LEAGUE
Events for May
6th
ISA GIRLS SOCCER
IIAAG BOYS VOLLEYBALL SEMIFINALS
GUAM MAJOR LEAGUE
Events for May
7th
GPD HOT PURSUIT 5K
MARIANAS OPEN
ISA MIDDLE SCHOOL TRACK & FIELD
ISA RUGBY LEAGUE
ISA BASEBALL LEAGUE
Events for May
9th
ISA TRACK & FIELD MEET #5
ISA GIRLS SOCCER
ISA BOYS VOLLEYBALL
GUAM MAJOR LEAGUE
Events for May
10th
ISA GIRLS SOCCER All-Star Meeting
IIAAG GIRLS BEACH VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
ISA BASEBALL LEAGUE
IIAAG GIRLS SOCCER CHAMPIONSHIP
IIAAG BOYS VOLLEYBALL FINALS
GUAM MAJOR LEAGUE
Events for May
10th
Events for May
12th
ISA BASEBALL LEAGUE
IIAAG BOYS VOLLEYBALL ALL-ISLAND MEETING
ISA BOYS VOLLEYBALL
ISA GIRLS SOCCER SEMIFINALS
GUAM MAJOR LEAGUE
Events for May
12th
Events for May
14th
14th JUDICA CRABAO 5K
ISA MIDDLE SCHOOL TRACK & FIELD
ISA RUGBY LEAGUE
ISA BASEBALL LEAGUE
ISA GIRLS SOCCER FINALS
Events for May
16th
ISA TRACK & FIELD ALL-ISLAND MEET
ISA BOYS VOLLEYBALL
ISA BASEBALL LEAGUE All-Star Meeting
Events for May
17th
ISA BASEBALL LEAGUE
ISA BOYS VOLLEYBALL
GUAM MAJOR LEAGUE
Events for May
18th
ISA RUGBY LEAGUE SEMIFINALS
IIAAG GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
Events for May
19th
ISA BASEBALL LEAGUE SEMIFINALS
ISA BOYS VOLLEYBALL
GUAM MAJOR LEAGUE
Events for May
20th
ISA BOYS VOLLEYBALL All-Star Meeting
GUAM MAJOR LEAGUE
Events for May
21st
Pre-Memorial Day 13-Miler
GETTING GUAM HEALTHY 5K BUBBLE RUN/HEALTH FAIR
ISA MIDDLE SCHOOL TRACK & FIELD All-ISLAND MEET
ISA RUGBY LEAGUE FINALS
ALPHA WARRIOR ESPORTS CHAMPIONSHIPS
ISA BASEBALL LEAGUE FINALS
2022 Guam Track & Field National Championships
Events for May
23rd
ISA BOYS VOLLEYBALL SEMIFINALS
GUAM MAJOR LEAGUE
Events for May
24th
Events for May
26th
ISA BOYS VOLLEYBALL FINALS
GUAM MAJOR LEAGUE
Events for May
27th
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- 30
- 31
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
Events for May
29th
Events for May
30th

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COMING SOON …
- YOUTH FOOTBALL LEAGUE KICKOFF June 4
- Todd Gurley Football Camp on Andersen
- GSPN Boys Volleyball All-Star Game
- Pacific Mini-Games in Saipan