Whenever we ask someone at the gym “How are you?” lately, there’s almost always a pause, a sigh, and something along the lines of “Hanging in there.” Other than maybe a few dark months in the heart of the pandemic, we’ve never seen this level of collective emotional struggle in
When we first sit down to chat with folks who are interested in joining Ripple Effect, we always ask about their fitness goals. We need to know why they’re here, so we can figure out the best way to help them. It’s also a way for us to check in
Today we’re going to branch out from our usual fitness & mindset topics to give some love to some local businesses! These are all places that we’ve personally used their services (so we know they know what they’re doing!) AND are aligned with Ripple Effect in terms of values —
Trans folks are welcome here. That’s it. Thats the whole post. We see the efforts being made by the new administration to target the Trans community and it is truly deplorable beyond words. Just know you’ll ALWAYS be welcome here at Ripple Effect. <3
Over my 10 years as a gym owner, I’ve seen hundreds of people start a new chapter in their fitness journey. I’ve given a lot of thought to what really separates the people who are successful, from the ones that are not. For our purposes, let’s just say that “successful”
Ripple Effect first opened in June 2019. This January/February, we have FOUR new clients being inducted into the Five Year hall of fame! That means that these folks joined up just before the pandemic…and are still members five years later! These are true Ripple Effect OGs. These folks also embody
Lately we’ve heard from a lot of folks at the gym that the world is feeling awfully heavy, especially given the current political landscape. We’re not looking to minimize these feelings — they’re totally valid. BUT…as humans, we’re capable of holding and feeling multiple emotions at once. In the face
In about a month, we’re kicking off our third iteration of our Teen Strength program! This is a program that is near and dear to my heart for a lot of reasons, but one thing stands out: it’s the program I wish I would have had when I was a
No matter where you are on your fitness journey, there’s one piece of workout gear that will make a far bigger difference than any other piece of clothing: your footwear! Different types of shoes are built for different functions. It’s common we see beginners start their fitness journey with us
Starting a workout routine can feel overwhelming, especially when so much of fitness culture focuses on “transformations” and before-and-after photos. But fitness doesn’t have to be about completely changing your body—it can be about feeling stronger, moving better, and improving your overall health. At Ripple Effect, we are not a
