Wow! You know what they say, sometimes you look back and you’re just… filled with gratitude—grateful for God’s unconditional love and grace. When I see the girl in this picture, it’s hard to believe it’s me.
Nearly three months ago, I walked into OTF, not knowing anyone, without a single friend by my side. Shortly after joining, I faced a knee injury that sidelined me for a few weeks. Then, life threw another curveball that left me reeling.
Despite all of that, I kept showing up, even on the days when it felt impossible. Now, as I look back, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for how healing this place has been for my heart. In the process, I’ve shed 30 pounds and, even better, I’ve found a newfound strength within myself. Oh, and setting personal records along the way has been pretty amazing too. Here’s to many more.
If you’re on the fence about joining or if it’s worth the investment… the answer is YESSSS! DO IT. Keep showing up! You’ll be surrounded by the best and most encouraging coaches.
Pictures for proof right….
The group picture from tonight’s class 7/17
Last picture April 3rd.
First day back at OTF dville April 1st
Charmaine Anthony
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June 25, 2024
I have been on and off at Douglasville OTF since 2018 but came back full throttle in 2022 and have been consistent ever since !! One of the things I like about this gym is that I don’t feel like I’m in a “meat market” IYKYK like no one cares that you have rolls and that you are not the “perfect figure” everyone is there to get there workout and keep it moving !! Shout out to all the coaches especially Coach Julie who’s been there since my day one !!! If you are in the Dville area come on in you will thank me later !! I recently celebrated my 250 class !!!
Isabel Liali
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March 25, 2024
The picture on the left is hard to look at. Although my value didn’t decrease, my self esteem did. This was from June of 2023. Between 2019 and 2021, I was working out three hours a day with little to no rest and under eating to remain a size 4 and get validated by people who didn’t know telling me about how “fit” I looked. Then I burnt out from working out so much. To top it off, I threw myself into my work, which i love, making it my sole purpose so much that my amazing supervisors were telling me to stop working so much. I ate my feelings away and gained 80lbs in one and a half years. I struggled with walking a half a mile after being able to run a marathon in 2020. I went onto a scale at the doctor’s office and walked off mortified and depressed.
Then my oldest friend, Sonal started talking about Orange Theory and I decided to try a class. I walked into the studio at Orangetheory Fitness Douglasville and met the friendly girls behind the counter. Coach Madison Stifflemire was so encouraging in my first class. I had insisted I wasn’t going to run and I found myself running. The members were so friendly, probably due to the endorphins and dopamine from their workout. More important than the weight loss or the running, Orange Theory has encouraged a balanced life style. Taking evening classes forces me to shut down my work computer after 8 hours.
Unlike any other fitness journey I have been on when I have cycled with weight gain and weight loss, Orange Theory has stressed that overtraining and under eating is just as detrimental to our health as over eating and not working out. Thank you Heather Malone Mumm, Madison, TJ Moats, Julie, Lizzy Dalrymple, Tim, Ilene, Christian, Allye, and Jersey Jen for being a part of my fitness journey and helping me complete goals that I can actually substain. Forgive me if I missed anyone on staff at OTF.
Joseph Acquaye
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July 16, 2024
I'm a physician and often seek to practice what I preach, but with my schedule this can be hard to do. OTF not only helps me stay focused on this goal but I'm arguably in better shape than I've been since my teens. 1 hour a day will change your life and as I tell my patients a gym membership will always be cheaper than a hospital stay.
Dani Bird
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July 01, 2024
This gym is soooo good for my mental health! Each coach brings their own version of greatness. Coach Heather is like a tornado of positivity! No matter how groggy or grumpy you feel when you go in, her energy will help you sweat all the negativity away! Coach Julie is the quiet storm. She's not yelling at you but you're still getting your butt kicked, and her Playlist is the best! TJ educates you while he trains you, Tim is blessed with patience, and Cole is kindly motivational. You'll never regret a class here.
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Wow! You know what they say, sometimes you look back and you’re just… filled with gratitude—grateful for God’s unconditional love and grace. When I see the girl in this picture, it’s hard to believe it’s me. Nearly three months ago, I walked into OTF, not knowing anyone, without a single friend by my side. Shortly after joining, I faced a knee injury that sidelined me for a few weeks. Then, life threw another curveball that left me reeling. Despite all of that, I kept showing up, even on the days when it felt impossible. Now, as I look back, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for how healing this place has been for my heart. In the process, I’ve shed 30 pounds and, even better, I’ve found a newfound strength within myself. Oh, and setting personal records along the way has been pretty amazing too. Here’s to many more. If you’re on the fence about joining or if it’s worth the investment… the answer is YESSSS! DO IT. Keep showing up! You’ll be surrounded by the best and most encouraging coaches. Pictures for proof right…. The group picture from tonight’s class 7/17 Last picture April 3rd. First day back at OTF dville April 1st
I have been on and off at Douglasville OTF since 2018 but came back full throttle in 2022 and have been consistent ever since !! One of the things I like about this gym is that I don’t feel like I’m in a “meat market” IYKYK like no one cares that you have rolls and that you are not the “perfect figure” everyone is there to get there workout and keep it moving !! Shout out to all the coaches especially Coach Julie who’s been there since my day one !!! If you are in the Dville area come on in you will thank me later !! I recently celebrated my 250 class !!!
The picture on the left is hard to look at. Although my value didn’t decrease, my self esteem did. This was from June of 2023. Between 2019 and 2021, I was working out three hours a day with little to no rest and under eating to remain a size 4 and get validated by people who didn’t know telling me about how “fit” I looked. Then I burnt out from working out so much. To top it off, I threw myself into my work, which i love, making it my sole purpose so much that my amazing supervisors were telling me to stop working so much. I ate my feelings away and gained 80lbs in one and a half years. I struggled with walking a half a mile after being able to run a marathon in 2020. I went onto a scale at the doctor’s office and walked off mortified and depressed. Then my oldest friend, Sonal started talking about Orange Theory and I decided to try a class. I walked into the studio at Orangetheory Fitness Douglasville and met the friendly girls behind the counter. Coach Madison Stifflemire was so encouraging in my first class. I had insisted I wasn’t going to run and I found myself running. The members were so friendly, probably due to the endorphins and dopamine from their workout. More important than the weight loss or the running, Orange Theory has encouraged a balanced life style. Taking evening classes forces me to shut down my work computer after 8 hours. Unlike any other fitness journey I have been on when I have cycled with weight gain and weight loss, Orange Theory has stressed that overtraining and under eating is just as detrimental to our health as over eating and not working out. Thank you Heather Malone Mumm, Madison, TJ Moats, Julie, Lizzy Dalrymple, Tim, Ilene, Christian, Allye, and Jersey Jen for being a part of my fitness journey and helping me complete goals that I can actually substain. Forgive me if I missed anyone on staff at OTF.
I'm a physician and often seek to practice what I preach, but with my schedule this can be hard to do. OTF not only helps me stay focused on this goal but I'm arguably in better shape than I've been since my teens. 1 hour a day will change your life and as I tell my patients a gym membership will always be cheaper than a hospital stay.
This gym is soooo good for my mental health! Each coach brings their own version of greatness. Coach Heather is like a tornado of positivity! No matter how groggy or grumpy you feel when you go in, her energy will help you sweat all the negativity away! Coach Julie is the quiet storm. She's not yelling at you but you're still getting your butt kicked, and her Playlist is the best! TJ educates you while he trains you, Tim is blessed with patience, and Cole is kindly motivational. You'll never regret a class here.