In July 2017 I started working out with a group of women in the park. The group started to get bigger and bigger. We all encouraged and pushed each other in every workout. Niki took a leap of faith and opened a studio for all of us to continue on our fitness journeys. The instructors offer modifications for people of all fitness levels. There is also the option of nutrition/macro assistance and personal training. I had no clue how much this group of women and studio would change my outlook on fitness and life. I have not only had obvious physical changes but the trainers all encourage us to believe and love ourselves. I am so grateful and will continue to push myself to be the best version of myself I can be.
Erin Brown
March 13, 2017
Erin Brown
March 13, 2017
I have been actively exercising for the past 10 years. I ran my first half marathon when I was thirty and have done several other races since including some half marathons and some two and one day relays. Along with my running I did some light weight and interval training. A couple years ago I decided to workout from home, using videos and my own equipment. I began to miss the group atmosphere and needed someone to push me. In the summer of 2017 I was introduced to Niki Warren. I attend an interval training session and I was hooked. Niki knew how to push me!! When Niki announced that she would be opening Empower Fitness, I knew I had to be a member. The group of women that attend the classes at Empower Fitness are amazing. I currently attend classes three times a week which typically include:pound fit, kick boxing and HIIT. In addition, to having someone to push me during my workouts, Niki has also helped me get my nutrition under control with monitoring my Macros. I have not felt this good in a long time. I have more energy and have been sleeping better. I am truly blessed to have Niki and the women at Empower Fitness in my life.
Dawn Newman
March 2018
Dawn Newman
March 2018
What Empower Fitness and Niki have brought to our community is exactly what I've needed! Health and fitness have been a huge part of my life for as long as I can remember. I have now found the motivation to dial into the nutrition and fitness that was lacking from my daily routine. The classes and people are GREAT! I am super thankful.
Aamy Drotzman
March 2018
Aamy Drotzman
March 2018
I attended the self defense class and can honestly say Brooke Jackson is an amazing educator!!! She dropped knowledge all over the place and made sure we all picked it up. This is an amazing facility and team!! Highly recommend!!
Tammy Ugofsky
January 21, 2018
Tammy Ugofsky
January 21, 2018
Niki Warren deserves a shout out!! She has been so encouraging during a time in my life that would have been so easy to give up! She has not only managed to pick me up but has lifted me high when I was struggling. She has made me take ownership for my choices and kicked my butt when I needed that too! Let’s face it — counting my macros and meal planning is tough especially when PB&Js and Mac n Cheese are so easy🤪 But once I figured it out and realized that I can still LIVE and eat... then just get right back on track the next day!! I feel so good! THANK YOU GIRL! Love ya!
This is not about a magic pill this is about wanting something for yourself!
First pics were taken 11/15/17 — I started my journey with Niki on Dec 6. Down over 30 lbs and still dropping!
PS gray shorts should be outlawed😝
Katie Naslund
April 2018
This is not about a magic pill this is about wanting something for yourself!
First pics were taken 11/15/17 — I started my journey with Niki on Dec 6. Down over 30 lbs and still dropping!
PS gray shorts should be outlawed😝
Katie Naslund
April 2018
Here is a big fat THANK YOU to the woman of Empower fitness and Niki Warren i have been transforming my life for sometime now and have to say that if it wasnt for the support from this special group of ladies I'm not sure i would have made it this far.. i have a ways to go but i am ready for the next challenge.. im not perfect i have stretch marks and still some love handles but I have learned to Love Myself..
Tonnya May 2018 |
Before I joined the Empower crew, by far my biggest struggle was motivation and just showing up to classes. I used a book of excuses! I had followed their Facebook page for a while and when I read this statement on their review page, that’s when it all changed for me: “The only way you can fail here is by not coming.” It was then that I stopped allowing my excuses to run my life. I decided to be stronger than my excuses. Through the classes, instructors, and the other ladies that attend, I have found my motivation. I have also found accountability, as the instructors know when I don’t show up or if I haven’t been to class in a while, and they reach out to me! I had a stale gym membership that I was “donating to.” The treadmill didn't know when I was gone. The elliptical didn’t miss me either. I have found happiness and laughter, along with some sweat and muscles, in the classes that I attend. I am also seeing physical changes as well, growing muscle and feeling healthier.
Without Empower, I know I would still be struggling with allowing excuses run my life.
Heather Budihas
October 2018
Without Empower, I know I would still be struggling with allowing excuses run my life.
Heather Budihas
October 2018
Empower has taught me how to be confident. Confident enough to show my progress pictures, wear a two piece swimsuit, and embrace the fact that my body is not perfect but perfect for me right now. Empower is a place where the stigma is broken! Amongst the women in this gym you never will feel like “the fat girl in the gym” you will be pushed to do your best and encouraged to remain apart of “The Empower crew” but never judged. The proof is in the pictures..... Jenny November 2018 |