Why I prefer a gym with a coach or personal trainer!
March 30, 2022
Written By: Jackie, General ManagerThere are many reasons people chose to go to a gym! It could be location, equipment, accessibility, class offerings, cost, the vibe, workout options, etc….
A gym can be defined as a physical location where people go to exercise and train. To me, and to many members, a gym is more than that physical location!
At Degree Fitness, the space is more than a space, but rather a place to recharge, socialize, and unwind; a place to leave the stressors at the door, if only for a half hour or hour!
“It makes my fitness routine fun and enjoyable to have a cheerleader or support person to lead me through my session.”
-LARISSA
Degree Fitness does not only promote physical wellbeing, but the staff and coaches really focus on your mental wellbeing as well. The space allows members to have a functional and comfortable workout environment, free of judgment!
“Everyone works hard cheering each other on, Degree is a great place to be in mind and spirit. I recommend Degree to anyone!”
- CRAIG
What you can expect from Degree Fitness also depends on your openness to learn something new every day! Not only something new about a movement but what you can accomplish! You are so much stronger than you think!
“The extra encouragement that I can do a little more than I think I can has helped me reach goals and surprise myself many times.”
- MEGAN
If you are worried about starting at a gym, Degree offers a free No-Sweat Intro where you can actually sit down with one of our coaches or trainers and discuss your goals. From there you and the coach will assess what is the best path forward to achieving your goals.
“Having a certified coach/trainer is the best thing in my opinion to ensure each workout and the movements are done properly for less risk of injury.”
- CRAIG
The services that are offered at Degree Fitness include group training, online personal training, personal training programs, nutritional coaching, 6 week programs, specialty courses, and youth or kids' programs.
“Being able to pick different class times/days through the week is also super nice, especially with different shifts at work, I can make classes around my schedule.”
- SHERI
No matter what your schedule, there is a time that will allow you to get your workout in!
“I can be sure if my form or mechanics of a movement or lift are off or need a little extra tweaking, my coach will be there to help me.”
- LARISSA
The group classes are capped at 8 participants to ensure the most fun, and most effective workout for you. The best thing about group classes is that function movements allow coaches to ensure participants move in the safest, most efficient way to power through a movement.
“The class sizes are nice because coaches have the ability to make sure everyone is moving properly; you don’t get lost in the crowd.”
- SHERI
The fact that each day is a different WOD (workout of the day) makes it so much more appealing to members.
“I love that the coaches share the ‘why’ behind what we’re doing as well. Their knowledge, support, and encouragement has been a huge part of my success in sticking with it. I tried for years on my own, doing drop ins, etc.. this has by far been the longest and most successful experience in my fitness journey.”
- MEGAN
Reaching your personal goals is what Degree staff focus on as well. Many members take advantage of personal training (PT) where you work one-on-one with a coach to reach your goals. Let’s hear from one of our PT clients and her reason for choosing this option:
“I don’t have a schedule that is consistent. Having PT sessions booked around my ever changing schedule is much easier. PT sessions allow me to work towards personal goals. I found that depending on the day, how I felt physically and mentally, my coach could change the plan for me. There is always a way to keep moving.”
- LORI
Why work with trained coaches?
“The individual advice given based on my abilities and how I feel on a particular day. This allows me to safely challenge myself.”
- ANGELA
Degree Fitness coaches have all taken certified coaching courses that teach them to find the tools to assist their clients in achieving their desired outcome. But the most important aspect of hiring a coach is that they need to care about their clients first and foremost! A coach will not only relate to their clients personality wise but knowledge in what they are teaching.
“A trained coach makes sure we are doing the moves correctly, so we don’t hurt ourselves.”
- RAY
The Atmosphere is Contagious
At Degree Fitness, everyone is so encouraging and welcoming! Judgment is not welcomed! We thrive off laughter and encouragement!
“Encouragement from other class members helps us get through a class and have fun at the same time.”
- RAY
“The crazy chatter, jokes, and fun talk before, during, and after a workout is so fun!”
- SOPHIE
We have some of the best laughs! We encourage each other to lift a little heavier, push themselves a little further, cheer to finish a workout, and celebrate with each other after each workout!
“Moving my body with the aid of a coach has also helped my mental well-being!”
- COURTNEY
If this sounds like a gym you want to be part of, reach out today to book a No Sweat Intro information session where an ideal plan can be customized for you!
Whatever your goals or aspirations are, we have the coaches that can help you reach your goals! Click HERE or email info@degreefitnessseaforth.com to get started!!
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Written By: Coach Kelly I’ve been exercising since high school... I don’t want to age myself tooooo much ;) but that was quite sometime ago. I meet with people all the time who are looking to get started. They are looking to lose weight, tone up, feel better, happier, increase bone density, do something for them, for various reasons. I’m going to give you two of the most important things that you need to do to make your fitness stick, through al season nd all set backs. Write these down, memorize them, and repeat them over and over. You’ll always succeed. Forget about motivation Seriously, forget it. Motivation comes after you get started. It comes when you start to see results; it comes when your pants fit different; it comes when you’re not out of breath going up stairs; it comes when you are running down the soccer field with your kids; it comes when you are happier; it comes when you feel less anxious, less depressed; it comes after you get started. Remember your why Why are you wanting to get started? Why do you want to spend money and time at a gym? Are you willing to do this for months, if not years? When your schedule gets busy, or your kids get sick, why will you keep coming to classes or appointments? You just need to get started, and you need to clearly understand why you are starting in the first place. After that, you must stick with it. Even when y you’re tired, when you’re frustrated, when you want to give up. Everyone wants the quick fix. We will spend hundreds, if not thousands of dollars on supplements that promise to help us lose weight, feel better, but honestly, nothing will compare to the eating some vegetables and getting in a structured workout with a Coach or at a gym 2 - 3 times per week. I know it’s hard. I know it’s hard. Like, I really, really know it’s hard. But, as you’re reading this, look way down the road, like 1 year, then 3, then 5 years. How do you want to feel? As hard as it is to get started, it will be even harder if you don’t do anything. You deserve to invest in yourself. You deserve to feel good. You have got this and we believe in you - Let’s go! ----- To inquire about services, programs or to get started email info@degreefitnessseaforth.com or call/text 519-441-7492!
Written By: Coach Kelly My gym ownership journey started in December of 2019. At the time I was managing the day to day Degree, coaching classes/appointments and running events/programs. The previous owner had some really exciting things coming up in her life that required big changes. One of them being handing over the keys to someone else. It was an immediate yes, and an absolute honour! Degree was originally founded as a place to workout with a group of like minded, amazing people. Using fitness as a vehicle for a better overall life (happier people, healthier people). I always believed int eh original mission, vision an values of Degree and they haven’t changed much over the years :) Fitness to me was a way to escape; I could move my body, stay strong and feel empowered when everything else around me felt like it was falling apart. I’ve continued to use fitness to improve my overall health and strength, and just like when I first started, to stay grounded when everything else feels shaky. Fitness to me, and at Degree, is more than muscles. It’s helping our clients have a safe space they can come, be themselves, and workout with their gym buddies. As they do this, the most amazing things happen, and it makes our hearts soar as you Coaches… We see you light up when you crush a hard workout, or do something you didn’t think you could do. When you share a bright spot and everyone in your class is genuinely happy and excited for you, too! When you start to realize, and believe , that you are whole heartedly capable of anything you put your mind to. That you are worth it; you always have been. Degree is the cornerstone of health and wellness, and we will always be here to help you, and our community live their happiest, and healthiest lives! ----- To inquire about services, programs or to get started email info@degreefitnessseaforth.com or call/text 519-441-7492!