Five Star Review to Fitness on Fire

I want to take some time to write about the fantastic gym I go to. I was reminded of my one year anniversary of training at Fitness on Fire a couple days ago and I feel like it is a great time to talk about my experience more in depth. I actually started writing this post after 2 months of finding FOF and now I get to post it!

I got myself hooked on Spartan Races after running just one. I originally bought a ticket for my boyfriend and me to run one as his birthday gift. Our first Spartan was the Dodger Stadium Sprint. We had so much fun that we booked another!

At the Stadium Sprint I had trouble with the multi rig and getting up the rope so I committed myself to finding the best way to train. I knew I wanted to get better – especially in upper body strength.

I looked on a couple Spartan Forums and there were so many great comments about FOF so I decided to research them a bit more. After checking out their reviews and pages, I got in contact with the co-owner, Haydee. She was quick to respond, asked me what my goals were and set me up with Coach Taylor to train with. I really like the process of figuring out the individual specific goals and the assessment that comes with this. The staff cares from the beginning stages and beyond. Coach Taylor has been fantastic in motivating me to be the best me! She got me climbing up the rope within a couple weeks and has helped me build my confidence and increase my upper body strength. She helps me set goals and expectations for myself and texts me to check in and make sure I am doing ok. I am SO pleased with the results I have seen in myself. Taylor has helped me mentally, physically and spiritually.

I am constantly committing to new types of races so I have something to work toward and challenge myself. I commit to 4-5 workouts at FOF per week. My membership includes unlimited group classes and then a one on one training session with Taylor. Even when I am in the group classes, I am getting a customized experience to my individual needs. Any questions I have, I feel comfortable to ask. Every single coach is helpful and genuinely cares about your success in whatever you are training for.

My nutrition has been better since I am held accountable. I get really excited to cook new meals and experiment with healthy carbs, recipes, and protein.

My next races in the que for this year are Epic San Diego, Tejon Ranch Beast (pending…maybe), Laughlin Super Spartan, Ragnar Los Coyotes, and then finally Castaic Sprint Spartan. I feel a lot more confident as an athlete when I train with the amazing people and coaches at Fitness on Fire. I am continuously learning.

If you are looking to train for an event or would like to be around a community who cares about you and your journey, then I would definitely check out Fitness on Fire. I do not think you will be disappointed!