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SS Times 55th edition

SS Times

Hello September!  Nice to see you again.

Cooler temps and Labor Day weekend mean 1 thing…
Get out there and make some memories this weekend.

Summer is wrapping up.  Have you thought about your winter routine?  

Please remember to rack weights and pick up after yourself.  Failure to do so may result in fines and/ or expulsion.
THANK YOU!

We have added 0 new member to the Smart Strength family in the month of August.  

Thank you to our Corporate wellness sponsors.  If your company is interested in starting a program, please just let us know and we will provide a detailed quote and scope of service.

We now have 35 active keycard memberships and 16 small group training members.

Treadmill Code is 1277.

If you ever have questions about equipment or Pelotons, please let us know so we can give you an orientation.  

REMINDER***  We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  If you cancel within 24 hours of your session, you will be charged.  

 August Recap

-We completed 129 total sessions for the month of August.  (150 total for August ’24)
-8,403 total training sessions have been completed at SS since opening in November 2020.
-1,185 total sessions for ’25 season 
-We finished the 2024 season with 1,811 total sessions   *2,116 sessions 2023 YTD.  *1,725 Sessions were completed 2022 YTD.  *1,718 sessions in 2021 YTD.
–Erin sessions:  40 for the month of August *** 2,114 sessions Total.
Want unlimited access to the premier fitness facility in the state of Michigan?

Our keycard membership is right for you.

**** 6 month and year long specials for keycard memberships!  **** Ask us about it now, or purchase for a gift!

Save your basement and garage from becoming a storage shed for dated workout equipment and mismatched dumbbells.  Let us do the work.

In addition*** Keycard/ Drop in memberships include UNLIMITED access to Peloton Bikes and Treads!  A $2500 value!
Are you someone that needs direction in the weight room?
Do you need a plan?
Do you need the accountability of an appointment?
Do you want to develop a lasting routine?

Our 21 day trial is right for you. 
If you or someone you know needs to get healthier, we are the place for you.

$300 for an assessment, 6 training sessions and your personalized workout plan.  It might just change your life…
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SS Times 54th edition

SS Times

Thank you to all our clients and supporters for allowing the staff to take 4 days off.  We truly do live in Paradise here in Michigan, and we were able to enjoy it.  Mental health and recharging the battery is just as important as taking care of our Physical health.  Take a few moments and enjoy the gifts we have been given.

Get out there and make some memories this weekend.

Being in shape will only help you live your best life this summer.  Remember to hydrate and play hard!

**THE LIONS ROAD TO THE SUPERBOWL STARTS NOW***  heard it here first folks!

Please remember to rack weights and pick up after yourself.  Failure to do so may result in fines and/ or expulsion.
THANK YOU!

We have added 2 new member to the Smart Strength family in the month of July (Dusty, Ariana).   Welcome! 

Thank you to our Corporate wellness sponsors.  If your company is interested in starting a program, please just let us know and we will provide a detailed quote and scope of service.

We now have 63 active keycard memberships and 32 small group training members.

Treadmill Code is 1277.

If you ever have questions about equipment or Pelotons, please let us know so we can give you an orientation.

REMINDER***  We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  If you cancel within 24 hours of your session, you will be charged.  

 July Recap

-We completed 139 total sessions for the month of June.  (140 total for July ’24)
-8,274 total training sessions have been completed at SS since opening in November 2020.
-1,056 total sessions for ’25 season 
-We finished the 2024 season with 1,811 total sessions   *2,116 sessions 2023 YTD.  *1,725 Sessions were completed 2022 YTD.  *1,718 sessions in 2021 YTD.
–Erin sessions:  42 for the month of July *** 2,074 sessions Total.
Want unlimited access to the premier fitness facility in the state of Michigan?

Our keycard membership is right for you.

**** 6 month and year long specials for keycard memberships!  **** Ask us about it now, or purchase for a gift!

Save your basement and garage from becoming a storage shed for dated workout equipment and mismatched dumbbells.  Let us do the work.

In addition*** Keycard/ Drop in memberships include UNLIMITED access to Peloton Bikes and Treads!  A $2500 value!
Are you someone that needs direction in the weight room?
Do you need a plan?
Do you need the accountability of an appointment?
Do you want to develop a lasting routine?Our 21 day trial is right for you. 
If you or someone you know needs to get healthier, we are the place for you.$300 for an assessment, 6 training sessions and your personalized workout plan.  It might just change your life…
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SS Times 53rd edition

SS Times

Happy July and thank you June!  What a great month and we finally got the lake weather we all love in the summer!

Smart Strength will be closed JULY 23-27.  **Keycard members will still have access but there will be no training sessions.  The staff is headed Up North!  Thank you and please plan accordingly with your trainer.

I hope everyone has a chance to enjoy the summer and make great memories.  Being in shape will only help you live your best life this summer.  Remember to hydrate and enjoy!

Please remember to rack weights and pick up after yourself.  Failure to do so may result in fines and/ or expulsion.
THANK YOU!

We have added 2 new member to the Smart Strength family in the month of March (Kendall & Grant).   Welcome! 

Thank you to our Corporate wellness sponsors.  If your company is interested in starting a program, please just let us know and we will provide a detailed quote and scope of service.

We now have 62 active keycard memberships and 32 small group training members.

Treadmill Code is 1277.

If you ever have questions about equipment or Pelotons, please let us know so we can give you an orientation.  

REMINDER***  We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  If you cancel within 24 hours of your session, you will be charged.  

 June Recap

-We completed 144 total sessions for the month of June.  (140 total for June ’24)
-8,135 total training sessions have been completed at SS since opening in November 2020.
-917 total sessions for ’25 season 
-We finished the 2024 season with 1,811 total sessions   *2,116 sessions 2023 YTD.  *1,725 Sessions were completed 2022 YTD.  *1,718 sessions in 2021 YTD.
–Erin sessions:  42 for the month of June *** 2,032 sessions Total.
Want unlimited access to the premier fitness facility in the state of Michigan?

Our keycard membership is right for you.

**** 6 month and year long specials for keycard memberships!  **** Ask us about it now, or purchase for a gift!

Save your basement and garage from becoming a storage shed for dated workout equipment and mismatched dumbbells.  Let us do the work.

In addition*** Keycard/ Drop in memberships include UNLIMITED access to Peloton Bikes and Treads!  A $2500 value!
Are you someone that needs direction in the weight room?
Do you need a plan?
Do you need the accountability of an appointment?
Do you want to develop a lasting routine?

Our 21 day trial is right for you. 
If you or someone you know needs to get healthier, we are the place for you.

$300 for an assessment, 6 training sessions and your personalized workout plan.  It might just change your life…
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SS Times 52nd edition

SS Times

Longest May ever!…  But no complaints.  We have been able to enjoy the green growth and lush fairways with almost no bugs and many sweater weather days… Not too bad:)

*A special shout out to all our members who are currently serving or have served our country!  Thank you, Happy Memorial Day!
*Thank you to all our mothers out there!  Happy Mother’s Day and thanks for your patience.

Sometimes this business can be depressing, with so much churn in clients, and not being able to serve more/ work with more people and help everyone feel and look better.  But this month we received several nice comments from clients.  These are always appreciated, and we are grateful to have such a wonderful clientele.  You guys and gals ROCK and are the reason we keep coming back, almost 8,000 sessions later.  THANK YOU!

Please remember to rack weights and pick up after yourself.  Failure to do so may result in fines and/ or expulsion.
THANK YOU!

We have added 2 new member to the Smart Strength family in the month of March (Maddie, Kasey).   Welcome! 

Thank you to our Corporate wellness sponsors.  If your company is interested in starting a program, please just let us know and we will provide a detailed quote and scope of service.

We now have 63 active keycard memberships and 32 small group training members.

Treadmill Code is 1277.

If you ever have questions about equipment or Pelotons, please let us know so we can give you an orientation.  

Overall, I have been very pleased with everyone’s cleanliness and respect for the facility.  Cheers!  Keep up the good work.

REMINDER***  We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  If you cancel within 24 hours of your session, you will be charged.  

 May Recap

-We completed 142 total sessions for the month of May.  (144 total for April ’24)
-7,991 total training sessions have been completed at SS since opening in November 2020.
– 773 total sessions for ’25 season 
-We finished the 2024 season with 1,811 total sessions   *2,116 sessions 2023 YTD.  *1,725 Sessions were completed 2022 YTD.  *1,718 sessions in 2021 YTD.
–Erin sessions:  51 for the month of May *** 1,990 sessions Total.
Want unlimited access to the premier fitness facility in the state of Michigan?

Our keycard membership is right for you.

**** 6 month and year long specials for keycard memberships!  **** Ask us about it now, or purchase for a gift!

Save your basement and garage from becoming a storage shed for dated workout equipment and mismatched dumbbells.  Let us do the work.

In addition*** Keycard/ Drop in memberships include UNLIMITED access to Peloton Bikes and Treads!  A $2500 value!
Are you someone that needs direction in the weight room?
Do you need a plan?
Do you need the accountability of an appointment?
Do you want to develop a lasting routine?

Our 21 day trial is right for you. 
If you or someone you know needs to get healthier, we are the place for you.

$300 for an assessment, 6 training sessions and your personalized workout plan.  It might just change your life…
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SS Times 51st edition

SS Times

This Spring has been a rocky one.  Start & stop of the weather has trees and flowers and birds and bees all tripped up.  But we have finally made the turn!  Allelujiah.

I hope everyone had a blessed Easter and got to be with friends and family.

Please remember to rack weights and pick up after yourself.  Failure to do so may result in fines and/ or expulsion.
THANK YOU!

We have added 2 new member to the Smart Strength family in the month of March (Reese, Aiden).   Welcome! 

Thank you to our Corporate wellness sponsors.  If your company is interested in starting a program, please just let us know and we will provide a detailed quote and scope of service.

We now have 62 active keycard memberships and 32 small group training members.

**For new members- Treadmill Code is 1277.

If you ever have questions about equipment or Pelotons, please let us know so we can give you an orientation.  

Please be sure the door latches closed behind you when leaving the facility.  

Overall, I have been very pleased with everyone’s cleanliness and respect for the facility.  Cheers!  Keep up the good work.

REMINDER***  We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  If you cancel within 24 hours of your session, you will be charged.  

 April Recap

-We completed 168 total sessions for the month of April.  (186 total for April ’24)
-7,849 total training sessions have been completed at SS since opening in November 2020.
– 631 total sessions for ’25 season 
-We finished the 2024 season with 1,811 total sessions   *2,116 sessions 2023 YTD.  *1,725 Sessions were completed 2022 YTD.  *1,718 sessions in 2021 YTD.
–Erin sessions:  62 for the month of April *** 1,939 sessions Total.
Want unlimited access to the premier fitness facility in the state of Michigan?

Our keycard membership is right for you.

**** 6 month and year long specials for keycard memberships!  **** Ask us about it now, or purchase for a gift!

Save your basement and garage from becoming a storage shed for dated workout equipment and mismatched dumbbells.  Let us do the work.

In addition*** Keycard/ Drop in memberships include UNLIMITED access to Peloton Bikes and Treads!  A $2500 value!
Are you someone that needs direction in the weight room?
Do you need a plan?
Do you need the accountability of an appointment?
Do you want to develop a lasting routine?

Our 21 day trial is right for you. 
If you or someone you know needs to get healthier, we are the place for you.

$300 for an assessment, 6 training sessions and your personalized workout plan.  It might just change your life…
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***SS Times 50th edition***

SS Times

The SS Times has hit the 50-month milestone!  WoW it’s hard to believe we have been doing this for over 4 years now.  It is all due to YOU!  The client is the lifeblood of our business, and I want to say thank you for investing your time and money with us.  It is a great honor and privilege to work with each of you weekly.

March madness is one way to describe it.  Beware the Ides of March is another…

The weather was anything but stable, ending the month with a massive wind/ thunderstorm that ravaged Albion and other small towns all across the state!

I hope everyone is safe and healthy and got to enjoy some “spring break” time with family and friends.

We were lucky to have a long weekend up north.  It was almost a reverse spring break in a lot of ways, the weather was back to winter, but it gave us time to think and create memories!

Please remember to rack weights and pick up after yourself.  Failure to do so may result in fines and/ or expulsion.
THANK YOU!

We have added 1 new member to the Smart Strength family in the month of March (Jaquita ).   Welcome! 

Thank you to our Corporate wellness sponsors.

We now have 63 active keycard memberships and 32 small group training members.

**For new members- Treadmill Code is 1277.

If you ever have questions about equipment or Pelotons, please let us know so we can give you an orientation.  

Please be sure the door latches closed behind you when leaving the facility.  

Overall, I have been very pleased with everyone’s cleanliness and respect for the facility.  Cheers!  Keep up the good work.

REMINDER***  We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  If you cancel within 24 hours of your session, you will be charged.  

 March Recap

-We completed 144 total sessions for the month of March.  (153 total for March ’24)
-7,681 total training sessions have been completed at SS since opening in November 2020.
– 463 total sessions for ’25 season 
-We finished the 2024 season with 1,811 total sessions   *2,116 sessions 2023 YTD.  *1,725 Sessions were completed 2022 YTD.  *1,718 sessions in 2021 YTD.
–Erin sessions: 60 for the month of March *** 1,771 sessions Total.
Want unlimited access to the premier fitness facility in the state of Michigan?

Our keycard membership is right for you.

**** 6 month and year long specials for keycard memberships!  **** Ask us about it now, or purchase for a gift!

Save your basement and garage from becoming a storage shed for dated workout equipment and mismatched dumbbells.  Let us do the work.

In addition*** Keycard/ Drop in memberships include UNLIMITED access to Peloton Bikes and Treads!  A $2500 value!
Are you someone that needs direction in the weight room?
Do you need a plan?
Do you need the accountability of an appointment?
Do you want to develop a lasting routine?

Our 21 day trial is right for you. 
If you or someone you know needs to get healthier, we are the place for you.

$300 for an assessment, 6 training sessions and your personalized workout plan.  It might just change your life…
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SS Times 49th edition

SS Times

February is officially over!  We are on the way back to spring and lush growth and long days.  We all need some more Vitamin D 3!

If you are a winter lover, this has been a good month for you.  As you will see in our photos, we have been busy this month exploring nature and working hard to get outside and see our great state!  We were also able to visit our states capital building.  I highly recommend everyone make a trip to Lansing to see this awesome building.

Please remember to rack weights and pick up after yourself.  Failure to do so may result in fines and/ or expulsion.
THANK YOU!

We have added 4 new member to the Smart Strength family in the month of February (Madison, Devin, Eric and Ray).   Welcome! 

Thank you to our Corporate wellness sponsors.

We now have 62 active keycard memberships and 32 small group training members.

**For new members- Treadmill Code is 1277.

If you ever have questions about equipment or Pelotons, please let us know so we can give you an orientation.  

Please be sure the door latches closed behind you when leaving the facility.  

Overall, I have been very pleased with everyone’s cleanliness and respect for the facility.  Cheers!  Keep up the good work.

REMINDER***  We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  If you cancel within 24 hours of your session, you will be charged.  

 February Recap

-We completed 166 total sessions for the month of February.  (195 total for February ’24)
-7,537 total training sessions have been completed at SS since opening in November 2020.
– 319 total sessions for ’25 season 
-We finished the 2024 season with 1,811 total sessions   *2,116 sessions 2023 YTD.  *1,725 Sessions were completed 2022 YTD.  *1,718 sessions in 2021 YTD.
–Erin sessions: 70 for the month of February *** 1,711 sessions Total.
Want unlimited access to the premier fitness facility in the state of Michigan?

Our keycard membership is right for you.

**** 6 month and year long specials for keycard memberships!  **** Ask us about it now, or purchase for a gift!

Save your basement and garage from becoming a storage shed for dated workout equipment and mismatched dumbbells.  Let us do the work.

In addition*** Keycard/ Drop in memberships include UNLIMITED access to Peloton Bikes and Treads!  A $2500 value!
Are you someone that needs direction in the weight room?
Do you need a plan?
Do you need the accountability of an appointment?
Do you want to develop a lasting routine?

Our 21 day trial is right for you. 
If you or someone you know needs to get healthier, we are the place for you.

$300 for an assessment, 6 training sessions and your personalized workout plan.  It might just change your life…
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SS Times 48th edition

SS Times

I’m glad everyone has survived the bitter cold snap we had this month.

2025 is off to a rapid start.  We are happy to be here, assisting you along your journey to optimal health and wellness.

Please read through the following notes to be aware of some changes to Smart Strength this year and moving forward.

**We have moved into our new rates and using our new POS system.  Everyone should be switched over now, if not please let us know so we can continue to provide services to you. **

A big thank you to all of our customers that have decided to stick with us.  I know everything is more expensive these days and we do value your business and support!

Please remember to rack weights and pick up after yourself.  Failure to do so may result in fines and/ or expulsion.
THANK YOU!

We have added 3 new member to the Smart Strength family in the month of January (Darrius, Glenda and Cayden).   Welcome! 

Thank you to our Corporate wellness sponsors.

We now have 55 active keycard memberships and 32 small group training members.

**For new members- Treadmill Code is 1277.

If you ever have questions about equipment or Pelotons, please let us know so we can give you an orientation.  

Please be sure the door latches closed behind you when leaving the facility.  

Overall, I have been very pleased with everyone’s cleanliness and respect for the facility.  Cheers!  Keep up the good work.

REMINDER***  We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  If you cancel within 24 hours of your session, you will be charged.  

 January Recap

-We completed 153 total sessions for the month of January.  (152 total for January ’24)
-7,371 total training sessions have been completed at SS since opening in November 2020.
– 153 total sessions for ’25 season 
-We finished the 2024 season with 1,811 total sessions   *2,116 sessions 2023 YTD.  *1,725 Sessions were completed 2022 YTD.  *1,718 sessions in 2021 YTD.
–Erin sessions: 59 for the month of January *** 1,641 sessions Total.
Want unlimited access to the premier fitness facility in the state of Michigan?

Our keycard membership is right for you.

**** 6 month and year long specials for keycard memberships!  **** Ask us about it now, or purchase for a gift!

Save your basement and garage from becoming a storage shed for dated workout equipment and mismatched dumbbells.  Let us do the work.

In addition*** Keycard/ Drop in memberships include UNLIMITED access to Peloton Bikes and Treads!  A $2500 value!
Are you someone that needs direction in the weight room?
Do you need a plan?
Do you need the accountability of an appointment?
Do you want to develop a lasting routine?

Our 21 day trial is right for you. 
If you or someone you know needs to get healthier, we are the place for you.

$300 for an assessment, 6 training sessions and your personalized workout plan.  It might just change your life…

 

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SS Times 46th edition

SS Times

Happy Thanksgiving and hope everyone had a great one!  We are so thankful for you and everyone that has supported us in this great adventure.

November marks a changing of the season, not to mention we had an election and that will bring change as well.

As sure as the Gails of November bring temperature changes and snow, the beginning of the month was marked with record highs and lots of great fall golf.  The best greens I’ve played all year!  And it ended with a winter storm and snow for 3 days straight.  NICE!!!

Some CHANGES to be made aware of in the coming month.  

-We will no longer be using Zen Planner (this comes as a cost savings for the business as we are not using the platform much anymore and have had too many technical issues to warrant continuing our membership, also poor customer service made the decision easy).

-What that means for you the client, if you pay with a credit card, we will need your credit card information for the new POS system.  This will only need to be done once and we can put you on the auto payment option if you choose.

-Scheduling will be done through your trainer if you are a small group training member (this is pretty much how everyone has been doing it anyways, if you don’t have your trainers phone number, please ask.  Text your desired appointments and that’s all!  You can still do this weekly no problem).

-We will reach out to you personally to update payment information in whatever form you feel comfortable.  Thank you for understanding.

Please remember to rack weights and pick up after yourself.  Failure to do so may result in fines and/ or expulsion.
THANK YOU!

We have added 1 new member to the Smart Strength family in the month of September (Dawn).   Welcome! 

Thank you to our Corporate wellness sponsors.

We now have 56 active keycard memberships and 33 small group training members.

**For new members- Treadmill Code is 1277.

If you ever have questions about equipment or Pelotons, please let us know so we can give you an orientation.  

Please be sure the door latches closed behind you when leaving the facility.  

Overall, I have been very pleased with everyone’s cleanliness and respect for the facility.  Cheers!  Keep up the good work.

REMINDER***  We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  If you cancel within 24 hours of your session, you will be charged.  

**The new Keycard contract policy is now in place.  Thank you for understanding **

 November Recap

-We completed 154 total sessions for the month of November.  (182 total for November ’23)
-We averaged 38.5 sessions per week.
-We are averaging 149.5 sessions per month YTD. 
-7,075 total training sessions have been completed at SS since opening in November 2020.
-1,668 total sessions for 2024 YTD 
-Finishes the year *2,116 sessions 2023 YTD.  *1,725 Sessions were completed 2022 YTD.  *1,718 sessions in 2021 YTD.
–Erin sessions: 59 for the month of November *** 1,540 sessions Total.
Changing of the seasons calls for reflection and planning for the future.

Winter is coming…
Want unlimited access to the premier fitness facility in the state of Michigan?

Our keycard membership is right for you.

**** 6 month and year long specials for keycard memberships!  **** Ask us about it now, or purchase for a gift!

Save your basement and garage from becoming a storage shed for dated workout equipment and mismatched dumbbells.  Let us do the work.

In addition*** Keycard/ Drop in memberships include UNLIMITED access to Peloton Bikes and Treads!  A $2500 value!
Are you someone that needs direction in the weight room?
Do you need a plan?
Do you need the accountability of an appointment?
Do you want to develop a lasting routine?

Our 21 day trial is right for you. 
If you or someone you know needs to get healthier, we are the place for you.

$200 for an assessment, 6 training sessions and your personalized workout plan.  It might just change your life…
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SS Times 45th edition

SS Times

October was a great month.  We were truly blessed with some of the best fall weather I can ever remember.  Check out the photos and see for yourself!

In addition to a great weather month, we had a nice month training.  A few new members have joined, and a few more returned after a busy fall sports schedule.  We are glad to be hitting our stride as we roll into the weather months!

Please remember to rack weights and pick up after yourself.  Failure to do so may result in fines and/ or expulsion.
THANK YOU!

We have added 4 new members to the Smart Strength family in the month of September (Jamario, Tim, Robyn, and Scyla).   Welcome! 

Thank you to our Corporate wellness sponsors.

We now have 58 active keycard memberships and 35 small group training members.

**For new members- Treadmill Code is 1277.

If you ever have questions about equipment or Pelotons, please let us know so we can give you an orientation.  

Please be sure the door latches closed behind you when leaving the facility.  

Overall, I have been very pleased with everyone’s cleanliness and respect for the facility.  Cheers!  Keep up the good work.

REMINDER***  We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  If you cancel within 24 hours of your session, you will be charged.  

**The new Keycard contract policy is now in place.  Thank you for understanding **

 October Recap

-We completed 153 total sessions for the month of October.  (138 total for October ’23)
-We averaged 38 sessions per week.
-We are averaging 145 sessions per month YTD. 
-6,921 total training sessions have been completed at SS since opening in November 2020.
-1,514 total sessions for 2024 YTD 
-Finishes the year *2,116 sessions 2023 YTD.  *1,725 Sessions were completed 2022 YTD.  *1,718 sessions in 2021 YTD.
–Erin sessions: 66 for the month of October *** 1,481 sessions Total.
The Norther Lights were out in Albion.  Incredible.  Need to move to the country though if you want to see them with the naked eye.

Got lucky and hit peak colors just right in the U.P.   What a trip to Marquette.  Thanks Gray Walls.

3rd Annual Smart Strength Open was a smashing success!  Thank you to all the participants and Duck Lake County Club for hosting.  Absolutely first class.
The best golf in the country.  Pure Michigan…

What is your Why?
Want unlimited access to the premier fitness facility in the state of Michigan?

Our keycard membership is right for you.

**** 6 month and year long specials for keycard memberships!  **** Ask us about it now, or purchase for a gift!

Save your basement and garage from becoming a storage shed for dated workout equipment and mismatched dumbbells.  Let us do the work.

In addition*** Keycard/ Drop in memberships include UNLIMITED access to Peloton Bikes and Treads!  A $2500 value!
Are you someone that needs direction in the weight room?
Do you need a plan?
Do you need the accountability of an appointment?
Do you want to develop a lasting routine?

Our 21 day trial is right for you. 
If you or someone you know needs to get healthier, we are the place for you.

$200 for an assessment, 6 training sessions and your personalized workout plan.  It might just change your life…