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“I always feel better when I leave the gym - it relieves stress. I like to take the early morning group fitness classes – it makes it easier to get up early and workout when I know that I am coming to a class where there are other people and friends who will be working out together”.
Lisa D.
Member Since Jan.. 2004
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“Working out and eating right have really changed my life. Not only have I gained a whole new wardrobe, but I now have more self confidence. Since I feel better about myself, I enjoy playing with my four kids more and taking a more active coaching role in their sporting events. The staff is fantastic. They are always there to say hello and help with anything.” (Cory lost 70 lbs in 7 months!)
Cory W.
Member Since Jan.. 2004
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“Since being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis 13 years ago, I’ve become an avid exerciser – working out makes me feel good mentally about my health and doctors agree that it is something positive I can do for myself and my MS. I like Achieve because it’s a small club where everyone knows each other – group fitness classes provide a good social atmosphere”.
Ronith D.
Member Since Dec.. 2004
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“We definitely feel healthier and fitter since joining Achieve! You’ll usually see us working out early in the morning before we head off to work. We like to start our day exercising because it gets us mentally and physically ready for the day. Plus, going to the gym is time out of our busy schedules we can spend together!
This is a great place for us to come to exercise because it is located close to our home, the facilities are well-maintained and there is a friendly community of members and staff. There are plenty of cardio and weight machines, free weights and classes, along with a wide variety of TV and music options to keep our workouts interesting. The staff is also very helpful. There is always someone around to answer questions or to solve any problems. We couldn’t ask for more out of a gym! It’s a perfect fit!”
Art & Erica Callahan
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“If you want to boost the morale in your office, get a corporate membership! Not only does it help relieve stress from the workplace, it also fosters a great comradery. The employees motivate each other to work out and exercise truly has become the office fun. I am so glad we joined!”
Kathy Harvey
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I missed being energetic and I missed the athlete I used to be. In high school I loved being active and competitive in softball, swimming, field hockey and gymnastics. After college I continued to stay in shape by running, biking and weights.
But life happens and twenty years later I was almost 100 pounds overweight with health problems. After several very frustrating visits to three different orthopedists, I decided enough was enough. The orthopedist said my ankle was gone and I needed it fused or get a total joint replacement. Years of stress due to weight had taken it’s toll on my other joints, too. The only way to delay the surgery was to lose a significant amount of weight. I didn’t want the surgery, so in May of 2009 I decided to change my attitude and my life. It was time to get the life back that I had slowly lost over many years of inactivity and not so healthy eating.
With that decision made, my eating got healthier in June and I joined Achieve 24 in August. I initially joined because it was close to home, fit my budget and had the right equipment. I’ve stayed for the same reasons (and now that they have some new cardio equipment there’s no waiting for the treadmills J). The atmosphere is a perfect fit for me too. People are friendly and most everyone seems as serious or dedicated to getting fit as myself, so it keeps me motivated on days I just don’t want to put in that extra umph!
In October I had hit a plateau and knew I needed something different. I signed on for 4 sessions with the Personal Trainer. The trainer helped keep me motivated by defining short term goals, giving me new exercise routines (to decrease the boredom) and some nutritional suggestions to keep the pounds coming off.
As of today (June 9, 2010) I have lost 65 pounds and have gone down five sizes in clothes. But best of all my health is back on track and my ankle is much better due to the significantly less stress on my joints. I can do an hour of cardio without blinking an eye and walking up and down the stairs is a breeze. In fact, in May I ran all the way up the steps of Philadelphia’s Museum of Fine Arts - just like Rocky! I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished so far and hope to reach my goal by the end of the year. Wish me Luck!
Trisha
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I love Achieve 24 Fitness! I’ve been a member since I moved to the area in 2007. Achieve is conveniently located in the center of town, the membership fees are reasonable, and most importantly the gym is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Achieve provides me with everything I need to stay in shape – from weight lifting equipment, to machines for aerobic fitness such as treadmills, bikes, and elliptical machines, to the availability of personal training and classes like zumba and yoga. Achieve is ideal for the busy professional who has to work around long, and often changing hours. This is THE best gym for me!
Laurene
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My story began five years ago. I was always big all my life but when I reached 325 lbs I decided it was time for a change. I drove by achieve fitness one day on my way to work and saw that they had a promotion set up for 100 dollars for the year. I called my wife and told her to sign us up. In a year I loss fifty pounds, (two dollars a pound not bad). The second year I lost another fifty pounds. Yes this wasn't easy I was in the gym twice a day for four hours each day. The third, fourth year I lost another twenty five more pounds. Now I am at 195 lbs and building muscle. My mile is around five minutes, my bench is around 375lbs, and my squat is around 800lbs.When I started my mile was 15 minutes, my bench 200lbs, and I never squatted in my life. Not so bad for an old man. Here are some before and after pictures. The before picture is after being in the gym for a year (2006 already had lost 50lbs) and the after picture is from Sept 2009.
Ralph
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If it wasn't for the ability to come to this gym at any hour of the day I don't think i would of done this!
I have been with Achieve 24 since February 2010. I love my gym because of the upbeat staff and my personal trainer Josh. With my personal trainer I have been making great progress towards my fitness goals. I would recommend this place
to all my friends to come because someone finally made working out fun.
Walter
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