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• I Want to Get Stronger. Where Do I Start?

  Why strength training is one of the best investments you can make after 40. "I want to get stronger." "I need to get back in shape." "I want to tone up." "I don't want to feel so weak anymore." If you've ever said one of those things, you're not alone. In fact, I hear those words almost every week from women who walk through the doors at MissFits. Very few women come in saying, "I want to build muscle." What they really want is to feel better. They want more energy. They want to keep up with their kids and grandkids. They want to stop getting winded on the stairs. They want to feel confident in their clothes again. They want to enjoy life without ....

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  From “Never Worked Out” to 8 Years Strong: Nicki’s Story

  Most people don’t walk into a gym feeling confident. They walk in unsure. Uncomfortable. Wondering if they even belong there. That was Nicki. When Nicki first came to me, she felt completely out of shape and overweight. She had never stepped foot in a gym before. Not once. In fact, she didn’t even own workout clothes—because working out just wasn’t part of her life. Walking through the door was a big deal. So We Kept It Simple Instead of overwhelming her, we focused on three things: Fitness training and coaching Helping her learn the basics and build confidence in how to move her body. Nutrition that ....

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  She Lost 100+ lbs but That’s Not the Best Part

  Sherryl has lost over 100 lbs😮 And while that’s incredible… it’s actually not the best part of her story. I first met Sherryl in 2019. She wanted to feel better and build a fitness routine - but life was FULL. She works full-time. She’s raising her granddaughter. She’s doing it all… on her own. So her time? Basically nonexistent. But instead of waiting for the “perfect time”… she made it work. She started squeezing in workouts after work. Then added in live online sessions at home. Bought heavy weights so she could build muscle. Used replays when her schedule got crazy. Focused on her nutrition. And now? She mixes ....

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  Mat Pilates vs Pilates Sculpt: What’s the Difference?

  Mat Pilates vs Pilates Sculpt: What’s the Difference? If you’ve looked at the MissFits schedule lately, you may have noticed two Pilates class styles: Mat Pilates and Pilates Sculpt. Both are rooted in Pilates principles, but they feel very different in the body and serve slightly different training goals. Here’s how to understand the difference—and which class might be best for you. What is Mat Pilates? Mat Pilates is the original foundation of the Pilates method, developed by Joseph Pilates. Instead of machines like the reformer, all the exercises are done on a mat using your body weight and controlled movement. The focus is on building ....

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  Meet Coach Gracyn: Helping Women Build Strength for Life

  We’re excited to introduce the newest addition to the MissFits coaching team: Coach Gracyn. Gracyn brings an impressive athletic background with 12 years of competitive volleyball, giving her a strong foundation in movement, strength training, and performance. Her experience as an athlete shaped her understanding of what it takes to build strength, resilience, and confidence through training. But it was while teaching BodyPump at the YMCA that she discovered her true passion: helping women realize how powerful strength training can be. For Gracyn, coaching isn’t just about workouts. It’s about helping women build strength for longevity. ....

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  It Might Not Be Your Workout

  If your body feels stuck… a little puffy… tired by mid-afternoon… or like nothing is really changing… It might not be your workout. For many women — especially busy women balancing work, family, and full calendars — the issue isn’t overtraining. It’s stress. The Quiet Stress We Don’t Talk About Not dramatic stress. The quiet kind. The calendar juggling The mental load The decision fatigue The broken sleep The coffee-and-go mornings The skipped lunches The constant “on” feeling Your body doesn’t separate emotional stress from physical stress. ....

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  Not Part of Her Plan but Look at Her Now

  This is Becky. She’s in her early 40s. And four months ago, she had a total knee replacement. That wasn’t part of her plan. Not something she was training for. Not something she expected at this age. But here she is - four months later - deadlifting. 🏋️‍♀️ Not recklessly. Not to “prove” anything. But Strong. Stable. Confident. This is what happens when strength training is done the right way. Strength isn’t just about how you look. It’s about resilience. 💪 It’s about protecting your knees, shoulders, and back - not just in your 40s, but at every age! Becky hasn't “bounced back.” She's trained smart & ....

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  This changed how I think about strength

  This past weekend, I spent time in a special training for fitness professionals... in preparation for the opening of ourMissFits Performance Labon 2/7. 😉 One message kept coming up for me - especially for us women: Working harder is not the same as getting stronger. You can sweat. You can push. You can show up consistently. And still feel stuck… sore… or like your body just isn’t responding the way it used to. Strength doesn’t come from effort alone. Strength comes from intention, setup, and progression. That’s why two people can do the same workout and get completely different results. One is just moving. The other is ....

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  Monday isn’t the problem — it’s the reset

  Some people dread Mondays. I LOVE them. 😍 I know, I'm weird. But here’s a different way to look at Mondays: Every Monday is a reset button! It’s not about what didn’t go well last week. It’s not about guilt, regret, or “starting over” for the hundredth time. One of my favorite scriptures (Phil 3:13-14), is a great reminder of where my focus needs to be: “Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on.” Monday is simply an invitation to: Pause Refocus Decide on your next step TOWARDS the direction you want to go! You don’t need a perfect week behind you to move forward. 😄 Just make a decision to ....

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  30 Sep 2025

  Finish 2025 Strong: The Fall Team Fitness Challenge Kicks Off This Saturday!

  The last quarter of the year is your opportunity — not to just “survive” the holidays, but to own them. To break the usual pattern of neglecting your health, feeling sluggish, and putting your own goals on hold. This fall, we’re doing something different. We’re going to finish strong — together. Why This Fall Challenge Is Different It’s not just another fitness program. Over these 5 weeks, you’ll: Train smarter — personalized fitness plans plus weekly skill/clinics Fuel your body — nutrition coaching and strategies that work with your life Thrive in community — teams of three, support, camaraderie Stay ....

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