From Potato 🥔 to Powerhouse 💪
I just hit my 500-class milestone, and looking back at my three-year journey, the transformation has been incredible.
As I approached my half-century mark, I realized I was in pretty rough shape. With my son turning seven, I started worrying that if I didn’t prioritize my health, I’d be shuffling toward his high school graduation with a walker. Okay, maybe not quite - but at the time, the best way to describe my physique would be a potato with toothpicks.
Today, I’m nearing the best shape of my life. I’ve built genuine muscle and core strength that I simply didn’t think was possible for me.
And, for me, the benefits are not just physical. Every session is a vacation from all the day-to-day stressors - for 50 minutes, I am completely at peace whilst solely focused on being present and connected with my body. Though not medically validated, I might be as allergic to cardio as I am to hyper-aggressive trainers - so, the pace and adaptive flexibility the instructors provide is perfect.
A few things that make this studio stand out:
The "Forcing Mechanism": I’m on the Unlimited Plan, and I actually appreciate the accountability of the cancellation fee. It’s the only thing that prys me out of bed for those 7am sessions, and I never regret showing up.
The Staff: The instructors are fantastic - patient, professional, and clearly passionate about what they do. Plus, the receptionists are always cheerful and inviting, which makes walking through the door a great experience every time.
If you’re looking for a workout that actually sticks, this is it. Here’s to the next 500!