I was overweight and the doctors told me I needed to lose weight. My heart wasn’t doing good and if I did not start living a healthy lifestyle, I would need surgery. In the past, I had signed up at other gyms and would quit after 1-2 weeks. I felt like my body couldn’t handle the gym but after signing up at Harrisonburg Family Fitness, I realized it wasn’t my body that couldn’t do it, it was the motivation I was missing that I needed to get going. I began my fitness journey and started living healthy in November of 2023. I want to be healthy for my kids. Before I couldn’t play with them much due to my weight. Now, I can play longer, and my son gets tired before me. Thanks to Fit Zone and the coaches especially (Kelley & Brittany) for their motivation and encouragement. My 1st...Read more

TRUST THE PROCESS: “When I workout one of the main reasons is to be more discipline in different aspects of my life and working out will make me reach that goal. Working out has made me see the change in me and to continue doing my best. I have a long way to reach to where I want to be but with time and discipline even if it’s a 30 min work out, it gets me closer to where I want to be. Always make time for yourself!”   WHAT MOTIVATES YOU TO WORKOUT? “I would say the feeling afterwards is the best feeling knowing you worked hard and working on getting closer to your goals, knowing I’m changing my health not only for myself but for my family, and knowing I have their support helps keep me motivated. Working out is so therapeutic to me. It is where I...Read more

I started my healthier eating habits in July, 2023, and walking laps at the gym around that time. The real effort of getting into shape began in September, 2023. I’ve lost 33 lbs total since July, and have gone from 44% body fat in September, to 19%, as of February, 2024. I eat healthier and maintain a calorie deficit, and am in the gym 4-5 times a week. Seeing my results has been a big motivator for me to continue my new healthy lifestyle. The support and personal attention from the Fitzone Coaches and gym staff have kept me encouraged and moving forward. I also enjoy the camaraderie from other gym members in class. In July, I was 213 lbs and because of my weight gain, had developed arthritis in my right knee. It was severe enough that I couldn’t walk without limping and had to go sideways on staircases....Read more

“My motivation to workout is driven by wanting a healthy, long, and fulfilling lifestyle. I’ve been leading this lifestyle for a total of a year. I am very happy with the condition of the gym and the treatment of the employees.”Read more

Meet Hailey!.. The past year is when I really started to take weight training, dieting, and an active lifestyle seriously. I’ve taken Body Pump, Boot Camp, FitZone, and even tried Cycling! I love all the classes offered at our gym but love the friendships I’ve made with other gym members and coaches more. We keep each other accountable, have fun, and push ourselves to be the strongest versions of ourselves. I’m so excited to knock two of my goals, a tough mudder and marathon out of my bucket list this summer. The gym motivates me to grow mentally and physically stronger.Read more