Dragonfly Fitness & Training

Congratulations to August Member of the Month, Tracy!

Coach Jenny says, "Tracy brings such a fun, friendly energy to Dragonfly and is always a pleasure to have in class. She shows up with a great attitude, works hard, and is always willing to challenge herself. It’s been so fun watching her progressively get stronger, lift heavier, and continue to build confidence along the way." Way to go Tracy! 

We asked Tracy a few questions about her experience:

What separates your experience at Dragonfly from other things you've tried in the past? The difference that sticks out most to me is the individual coaching that I get in a Dragonfly class that I couldn't receive on an app or in a large class. The individual coaching helps me not hurt myself and know when I'm ready to progress to the harder movement or heavier weight (and also when I need to modify something)!

What motivates you to be consistent with your training? Knowing that I am getting stronger and setting goals for myself are huge motivators for me to be consistent. I trained my deadlift for the PR Party last fall and having that final event in mind was super motivating and fun. 

Is there anything that strength training has taught you or given you that you weren't expecting? I'm a single gal who does a decent amount of solo travel and a gift strength training has given me is the ability to carry heavy luggage (I am an extremely inefficient packer) and explore the outdoors (like do a difficult hike at Mount Rainier) independently. I'm also kind of short, so getting a heavy carry-on over my head and into the overhead compartment used to be more challenging for me. When I stored my carry-on in the compartment on a recent flight, someone nearby even complimented me on my form.

How about that? Functional for the win and a compliment from stranger! We love that Tracy! :) 😍

Sorry I can't. I have to go to the gym. ☺️ See ya tomorrow!

"I am so proud of myself for finding a community like Dragonfly where I have felt safe, happy, and committed to being the best version of myself that I can be!"

Congrats to July Member of the Month, Lacy! Coach Denise says, "Lacy is always wearing a smile and is one of the friendliest people I know. She has progressed in all of her exercises teaming up with other members to push one another to the next level. I was really impressed when she and Jessica came in on a Saturday morning together to do their deadlift knowing that one of them couldn't make it at their normal time during the week. She frequently asks how she can improve at certain things and lets me know when she is ready for the next challenge. Now that summer is in full swing and her kids are busy at different times, she makes an effort to attend whichever Tuesday/Thursday class she can fit into her schedule so she doesn't miss." Way to go Lacy! Keep up the great attitude and the good work.

Here's more about Lacy's journey...

What brought you to Dragonfly?

The sign. No, but really! I had been staring at the Dragonfly sign from my home office for weeks wondering "I wonder what that's all about?" I had been longing to get back into a regular fitness routine for years, but it had been so long that I didn't know where to start! Prior to becoming a mom, I really enjoyed being active, challenging myself physically, and feeling strong. It felt daunting to start over with a new gym, new community, and less overall time and energy. Fortunately, I mustered the courage one day and initiated a consult via the website. Immediately I got connected to Missy. She was such a breath of fresh air in terms of what I had typically experienced with past gym "sales people". She was straightforward, honest, and friendly. It didn't feel like I was being sold to, more like we were working to ensure mutual success on both of our ends. From there, it was history.

What separates your experience at Dragonfly from other gyms/workouts/things you've tried in the past?

I love the community of strong women that make up Dragonfly. To me, it is so important to feel connected to everything I do. I appreciate walking in each morning, saying hi to everyone (most on a first name basis), and picking up from where we left off - whether it be encouraging each other to reach a strength milestone, or asking about their family or vacation. It feels like a group effort and helps hold me accountable to doing my best every single day. And, to be specific, I really enjoy the format of the workouts. The 8 week cycle is just enough time to really grasp what you're doing and improve without getting bored. To me, everything at Dragonfly is so accessible and adaptable to all.

We love when y'all celebrate & share your accomplishments - big & small, inside & outside the gym. Share with us something that you are proud of from the past few weeks or months.

I'll be honest...showing up consistently for myself is probably my biggest accomplishment this year. I don't know how many times over the past decade I started a new "fitness trend" that I eventually ended up dropping. The mental guilt I would have after a perceived fitness failure would eat away at my confidence and would creep into my self-perception. I started to think I would never be able to "find my groove" and get my body back physically. I am so proud of myself for finding a community like Dragonfly where I have felt safe, happy, and committed to being the best version of myself that I can be!

We're celebrating years... but we also think anniversaries should be measured in perseverance, strength, confidence, and fun!

The times you showed up when you didn't want to.
Every small win. Every big win.
Every challenge you pushed through, in and out of the gym.
Every laugh and every smile you shared with us.

Congrats to these members who celebrated one year all the way to nine years with us last month! And thank you for picking Dragonfly to be on this journey with you! 💖🎉

We're celebrating years... but we also think anniversaries should be measured in perseverance, strength, confidence, and fun!

The times you showed up when you didn't want to.
Every small win. Every big win.
Every challenge you pushed through, in and out of the gym.
Every laugh and every smile you shared with us.

Congrats to these members who celebrated one year all the way to nine years with us last month! And thank you for picking Dragonfly to be on this journey with you!

Congrats to June Member of the Month, Jenn!

Coach Missy says, "Jenn is awesome! She's been working hard to get stronger and more confident in the gym over the last few months. Her consistency and determination are paying off. Her lifts look strong and she's been hitting some rad PRs (can not confirm nor deny "gym math" playing a part in one of those). She brings a great attitude and fun vibe into each class - I love coaching her!"

What separates your experience at Dragonfly from other gyms/workouts/things you've tried in the past? The training model and the coaches. I’ve always worked out, but had never done dedicated strength training in a small group with guidance from a coach, which has kept me invested and stimulated with mini goals throughout. The 8 week model sets it up for me to be consistent and challenging to how I train and the personal attention from coaches help me to hone my form and test my abilities so I can progress and add variety to my exercises. I love that I can come to Dragonfly in any mood and focus on myself while being part of a larger collective where we can laugh and stay in the zone. This is a place where I can learn from coaches who have personality and are attentive.

What motivates you to be consistent with your training? My mental health and strength have improved alongside my physical. Gaining strength and learning how to approach strength training has me feeling more confident and at home in my body and as I move through my day. I’m excited to see how I continue to build upon this in the months and years to come. Plus I genuinely enjoy seeing and working out along side everyone and knowing that I’m in such an empowering and fun environment.

Share with us something that you are proud of from the past few weeks or months. Honestly, I’m just amazed and impressed by the muscle and definition I’ve begun to see develop in my body. I’ve surprised myself. I love feeling strong and having a new awareness of my body and how I carry myself. On a real note, it’s become much easier to carry my dogs back home when they get tired on our walks.

Great stuff! 🤩 Thanks for being here Jenn!

You're in the gym... now what? 🤔 How about Strength Training 101 this Saturday?

This beginner-friendly workshop is designed to help women understand the fundamentals of strength training. We'll cover why strength training matters, how to choose weights, foundational movements, reps and sets, workout structure, and how to build strength safely and confidently.

You'll also get hands-on practice with key movements like squats, deadlifts, pushes, pulls, and core exercises.

No experience necessary. Small group and lots of questions and conversation! Strength starts here!

Strength 101
Saturday, June 27 @ 10am
$20 / Free for members

Register:
https://dragonflyfitness.wodify.com/OnlineSalesPage/

It's the whole experience here. 😍🤪

Here's to every workout completed, every weight lifted, every challenge overcome, and every time you showed up for yourself!

Congratulations to all of these awesome women who celebrated an anniversary with us last month! Whether it's been six months or over a decade, we're so grateful you're part of the Dragonfly community!