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With summer fast approaching, it’s that time of year when you start to think about what you can do to get your body moving. Whether you’re looking to slim down, tone up, or just wanting to get out of the house and do something to get your heart pumping, Olympia, Tumwater and Lacey have a lot of great workout facilities that are worth checking out. Here are some of our favorite places to get fit locally.
1. The Valley Athletic Club
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There are three memberships available at The Valley Athletic Club, Bronze Level, Silver Level, and Gold Level. This range of options allows you to pick the membership that is right for you so you get the most out of your workout regime. The mind and body studio focuses on yoga and pilates, while the tennis program is one of the largest in the area. This athletic club is so much more than just a gym, with amenities that include physical therapy, childcare, music lessons, hair design, and even dry cleaning.
2. Anytime Fitness
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The friendly and professional staff at Anytime Fitness support you through your fitness journey. There are more than 3,500 Anytime Fitness gyms worldwide that are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. With a membership, you have access to all of these facilities. You’ll also receive a free fitness consultation to see what your goals are and how the staff can help you achieve them.
3. CrossFit Olympia
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CrossFit Olympia is the original CrossFit gym in Olympia, renowned for their high-intensity workouts that have people sweating and coming back again and again. Get trained in the art of biking, running, swimming, rowing, and weightlifting in order to feel at your strongest and to become your best self. CrossFit is an addicting and popular core strength and conditioning program that puts you through physical challenges that are both intense and exciting.
4. Whetstone Fitness
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With different membership choices and prices, there’s a workout plan for everyone at Whetstone Fitness. The amenities include 24-hour access to the gym, unlimited group fitness classes, complimentary orientation, daily use of lockers, free Wi-Fi, towel service, private showers, and saunas. This locally owned and operated gym and personal training center in West Olympia makes it their goal to help you achieve the results you want out of a workout plan.
5. Fit Life Studio
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At Fit Life Studio, the programs include private and group cross-training, private small group and team athletic sports training, running groups that train for local marathons together, boot camps every Saturday morning, and a nutritional program to help you live a healthier lifestyle. Aside from the personal trainers, there’s also a nutrition coach and a life coach to help you feel your best.
6. The Strong Center
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The Strong Center is inclusive when it comes to all shapes, sizes, and abilities. They firmly believe they can help you feel younger and slimmer. The memberships are affordable and you don’t need to sign on to any long-term contracts. Fitness classes include Zumba, spinning, and yoga. You can learn self-defense through their martial arts classes. And their 12-week weight loss and nutrition coaching program are highly successful.
7. Big Fun Fitness
Big Fun Fitness
The good people at Big Fun Fitness are all about body positive strength and wellness coaching in order to change your life in a positive way. They teach clients to listen to their bodies to discover what’s right for them. Each fitness journey is unique and each individual needs to find the right balance between movement and nutrition. Meet for a free consultation and discuss your goals and history in order to find out what program is a good fit for you.
8. Fitness Ablaze Training Center
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The Fitness Ablaze Training Center is fitness and performance facility driven by results. Their successful programs only continue to improve as the trainers learn more and more about fitness and about creating a positive gym environment. Open to anyone who is looking to better themselves with fitness goals, the center is filled with the right training equipment and boasts programs that are challenging, effective, and fun.
9. Thrive Fitness
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Thrive Fitness, located in Lacey, boasts top-notch facilities, certified and experienced trainers, a kids program, and fun classes for people of all ages and all body types. Whether you’re interested in relaxing yoga, an intense bootcamp, Zumba dancing or cycling, Thrive has got you covered. And with a sense of community, the support from your peers will only help you reach your fitness goals.
