Tavis

I joined State 35 in January 2017. My motivation for walking in the front door is probably shared by many: I was out of shape and my poor fitness was affecting my life.

After 10 years of a couch-pizza-beer lifestyle it wasn't easy getting moving, but an encouraging and attentive coaching crew and a supportive community have kept me coming back. The coaches tailor each workout to my abilities, they provide cues to improve my technique (and keep the workout safe), and push me towards becoming a fit and healthy person. The community has also been an important part of my journey: the atmosphere, camaraderie, accountability, and support they provide make State 35 a special place. I enjoy going to the gym each day.

Most importantly, after 6 months of "fitnessing" with the State 35 crew, there have been results. I am a much happier person. My persistent back and knee pain has resolved, all those pesky body metrics have returned to normal levels (cholesterol down 100 points and dropped 40 lbs), and I have achieved a good work-life balance. 

I am very happy that I walked into the gym ~6 months ago: it has changed my life. As I continue to work towards my personal goals, I know I can count on the support, great workouts, and friendship from the team at State 35.

ADRIENNE

I joined State 35 in May of 2022, fresh off my Masters program from Iowa State, my husband and I were looking for a new gym that would challenge us. As we both had been college athletes and had been extremely active our entire lives. Our first day at State 35 we were welcomed with open arms, it felt more like a family than it did a gym. I have met some of my best friends at State 35, it was the place that kept me sane and healthy through my first pregnancy, and even inspired me to get my L1 Certificate at 35 weeks pregnant in May of 2024. I had my son in July of 2024 and have come back stronger than ever from the support of the community at our gym, and now I can happily say my co-workers as I joined the coaching staff in Mid-August.

State 35 will always be a place I call home.