My adorable baby boy, Jack, was born on 10/31/13. Pregnancy was rough and the day I checked in to…read morethe hospital my weight gain had hit 50 lbs. While I was extremely happy with my new arrival, I wanted to get back to my healthier self as soon as possible. And, I knew I couldn't do it on my own. Just a few months later I found a fun, motivating way to start that journey - the New Year, New You Transformation contest at Pursuit Fitness. It was exactly what I needed. Fun, high energy group workouts, an easy to follow meal plan and prizes... you can never go wrong with prizes! While I didn't win the trip to Hawaii (I came in third) by the time the contest was over I was wearing my favorite jeans again. The competition was awesome, but I wanted to keep the momentum going so I decided to become a regular member of the gym. I love that every time I go to the gym there is a challenging, full body workout just waiting to kick my butt. Ryan, Adam and Sarah are always there encouraging me, ensuring good form and pushing me to push myself. The other members help motivate me and make working out enjoyable and fun. I have even convinced my husband to join the gym, so now we challenge each other. I did the wheelbarrows WITH the push-ups, did you =)? I am now just over half way through the Back to School Transformation Contest and seeing great results again (did I mention I like prizes?). My goal for the contest is to get back to my wedding day weight. I have never felt healthier or more confident than I did on my wedding day. I have 5 more pounds to go to hit my goal. My goal after the contest is to continue getting stronger and leaner so that come next summer I am comfortable and confident in my pre-baby bikini. As long as I follow the plan and work my butt off during my workouts I know I will succeed.

I've been going to this gym for almost a year and I have never been pushed and challenged the whole…read moreway. They aren't a gym that just provides the equipment and you are on your own. They teach you the mind set and habits that you have to have to get results. I would recommend this place to anyone who is looking to live a healthy lifestyle and wants to improve themselves as a whole.

When I tell you that Blue Ocean has changed my life, I really mean it…read more My two closest friends started working out here a couple of years ago, and after finally giving in to peer pressure, I decided to give it a shot last January. I'm coming up on my one year mark and I can honestly say it has been one of the best things I've ever done for myself! I never felt great about any gyms I've belonged to in the past. I'm not a huge group class person, and personal training has always been $$$$$. Enter: semi-personal training! Basically, each of the trainers here has a few clients at one time, but it still feels, well... personal. You get your own workout, there are just others around you doing theirs, and it actually adds a fun element of community at the same time. Instead of working out so hard that you can barely walk the next morning, the approach here is more reasonable and based on intentional repetition vs. killing yourself. I typically do three circuits made up of 3-4 exercises, 3-4 times each. My muscle growth has been slow but extremely consistent, and I'm finally seeing the exact results I've always wanted. Working out three times per week at Blue Ocean has kept me feeling so strong and healthy. As a bonus, when I have to travel for work, I can pause my membership--and they even give me workouts to do on the road. The trainers are fantastic people, and the clientele is great, too. I look forward to belonging to Blue Ocean for a long time!

Not just a gym, it's a supportive community that helps you grow stronger, physically & mentally…read more Supportive, kind and knowledgeable staff. I'm two years in and loving every session!

"I went from a 40 to a 42. I'm huge" After a 3-series groupon experiment, i signed up for a…read more10-series PT pack. Shawn is a great motivator and manages to consistently mix workouts to keep me interested, improving and in excellent shape. He also has developed several unique exercises to incorporate into workouts. For high-intensity workouts using a combination of plyometrics, weights, suspension, kettlebell, and other machines check out Fitzmaurice Performance. Shawn, his brother (Brian), and sister (Lisa) are all certified trainers and work with clients. My only gripe is the lack of shower facilities.

I am three months in and am thrilled with my progress. The staff are constantly evaluating your…read moreprogress and providing feedback. I've never done a 'gym' because I didn't want to spend the time without knowing if I was doing it right. As a crazy busy mom with kids' schedules and work I wasn't sure how I would be able to make the timing come together. Thankfully, with the setup at Fitzmaurice, you can participate in classes or go in at your convenience. Either way, there is always someone there guiding your workout. The atmosphere is very inclusive and most important to me - not intimidating. I'm so excited to see where I am a year from now!

The owner of this company is highly skilled and provides attentive, goal-oriented service with an…read moreemphasis on accountability and follow-up. As a trainer, he is best-in-class. Had an issues with getting a partial refund when my known health issues by the owner for the majority of sessions I could not attend per Doctor's owners. No written agreement on either side. Still no refundnof the high four figure collected pre-paid fees. Disappointed in no compromise given this unfortunate set of circumstances, especially when it comes to health issues that were noted by the owner upon intake.

Here's the skinny people (no pun intended!). I scoped Red out from afar not sure what this place…read morewas all about. I decided to take the plunge, sent in my email about a month ago. Pathetically expressing my need for truly working out and admitting I'm a cardio person but lack in strength endurance. My motivation was the cruise I am leaving for in just a few days. For the last several weeks I've arrived for my training sessions with Brian ready to sweat. I tried the (3) personal one on one's and then opted for the 10 sessions with small group. Brian is educated and knowledgeable; this is not a high school boy training you at Club Fitness. Brian's dedication to health and wellness is apparent as he helps me and hopefully you, to understand your goals! He does have a background in the medical field, so rest assure he won't over extend your bodies potential. When I first started at Red, I was nervous and intimidated. Not that I'm abnormally overweight or unhealthy but I knew that I was going to be facing some fears of pushing my limits. And since working with Brian, I've taken up running, 2 miles a few times a week. I am even more aware of what I eat and how much I eat. I believe that the financial investment into my body and wellness is a driving factor in waking up while on vacation to run and workout! I have to now talk about Red, the Fitness Lounge. It's beautifully coated in red paint with black accents and my favorite part the chandelier! Oh and the bathroom, it's huge and nicely decorated and smells good. And they don't use that industrial style hand soap; it's the nice smelling stuff. Ok, back to the gym... The equipment is all nice and well kept and the towels are on them, so just bring you H2O! You won't find a treadmill or an elliptical here, but you will find the stair climber, eeek! It burns, but in a good way! Now before making a commitment I did some research on Jamie, he's the owner. Let's just say this isn't Jamie's first rodeo with a gym or training people. Jamie is often in the gym or shall I say lounge when I am there, he's really a nice guy, funny too. Ask him to play your favorite 80's workout and he might bust a move. All in all I have experienced physical fitness that's worthwhile and fun. If you are thinking of starting a weightless plan, maybe want to tone up like I do, or you have another goal in mind. Don't hesitate!! Try it out, start slow and sample the trial they offer. If it's not for you then no worries, but if you truly want to be fit, you will be back!! The one thing that intrigued me was something I read on a posting by Jamie.... It was something to the effect of it takes 4 weeks for you to notice, 8 for others and 12 for everyone. I wanted to see how great I could look in 12 weeks! :) And then keep going! :) So, who wants to join me???

When I first started training here I was skeptical that a work-out for 20 minutes could have any…read moresignificant impact. I was wrong! It certainly does. During those 20 minutes they manage to work each of your six major muscle groups to exhaustion and over time that increases strength, markedly. I've also had a great experience with the staff. The manager, Casey Schulte, has been working here for 10+ years. She obviously loves her job as she's always smiling, professional, upbeat and encouraging! Overall, an excellent fitness-trainer option - for all ages!

Great facility and trainers! Love working out there! My trainer, Jenny, is supportive, lovely, and…read morecontinues to push me with more weights!

I have worked out at The Fitness Edge for 15 years, after trying a lot of local gyms. The trainers…read moreare top-notch (shout out BT and Jenny!) and my work-outs are always personalized to my goals and strengths/areas that need improvement. The facility is clean, the equipment well-maintained, staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is welcoming and motivating.

amazing place, top-of-the-line amenities, help goes out of way to assist you and help guide you…read morethrough any procedure highly recommended

The coach here is outstanding and while help you reach your goals. This place has top of the line…read moreequipment so you should work out here

Love this studio. Best hours of my week are spent here. Brett and Alex are amazingly attentive…read moretrainers and individualize your workouts. After a year I'm in the best shape of my life. Highly recommended.

I've had a 4 class/month membership for almost a year now. When my package expires, I hope to…read moreupgrade to the 8/month, AND use my HSA to pay for it (they offer a screening service to get a note of medical necessity). I love Leslie's 60 min class on Sunday at noon ("VIOLENCE!!") and the Wednesday evening Box+Flow (i do not do enough stretching, so im grateful yoga is on offer). With the 4-pack, I have to choose one or the other each week, but I'd like to go to both. Sometimes I have to miss a class I reserved, and usually I just eat the credit. The staff are nice. It's a great workout. If you are thinking of picking it up, I think you can't really go wrong with any of the offerings here!

True definition of hurts SO good!…read more I've always been an avid fan of this sport but never imagined taking any classes. I was introduced to this place from a friend two years ago and have been coming ever since. When I first came, I was able to use a 7-day pass and take a few classes. I was nervous because I hate not being good at anything (especially when it comes to sports) but also because I didn't know what to expect. The first class I ever took was Mimi's class at 10am. I was able to meet with her before class to go over the basics. It made me feel comfortable, especially since I didn't know what I was doing! For that class, It's an hourlong and consists of a warm up, 8-rounds three minutes each of boxing combos, and then 14 minutes of abs and core. While she has since left, Dominic has taken over and I believe still keeps the same format. Over the last two years, I've tried out several classes and instructors, but have grown to love the 45 min class on Saturday's taught by Drea. She's engaging with the class, thorough with her instructions, has challenging workouts and the BEST music! She wasn't here yesterday and the class was taught by Jaffet instead. One thing I appreciate about this place, aside from the bomb music they play, is the consistency. No matter who's teaching, I'll always get in a good workout, learn new combos/ moves I'm unfamiliar with and leave feeling like I just conquered the world! Yesterday was no different and I was really happy with the class overall. If you're looking for a change in your workouts, a rush of endorphins, and feeling accomplished, look no further than SLBC! They have classes every day of the week and have something for everyone no matter what skill level. If you're not quite ready to commit to a membership, you can always pay per class as well! Did I mention it's black-owned? Keep up the amazing work, Heath and Diontre!