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Lioness Fitness, 6200 Nesbitt Road, Suite F, Fitchburg, WI (2025)

11/13/2025

Let's hear it for our next Lioness of November... Shalon!🥳

What can I possibly say about this amazing Lioness? Shalon is a founding member of Lioness and has become a dear friend over the past 9 years! She followed us to multiple locations, stuck with us through the virtual years and we've been delighted to have her back in person at our new location! Unfortunately, she needs to take a step back to heal her shoulder, but will continue to be a role model for all Lionesses as an example of how strength training isn't the flashy, "quick fix" of so many other workout programs, but a lifelong commitment to maintaining a strong, independent, healthy, happy body and mind. We will miss her wit and sarcasm and can't wait to have her back when she's ready!

I couldn't resist using this throwback pic of her in our original Fitchburg location.🥰

You've got this, Shalon!💪

Here's her story...

💜Tell us a little about yourself outside of the gym:
My little family and I recently moved to Middleton with our gigantic golden retriever, where I’ve spent the last few months hauling large items around our house and schlepping kids back and forth between softball games. When I’m not at the computer working admin jobs or writing romance novels (which is what I’d prefer to be doing), I can be found stitching quippy (and sometimes) offensive phrases for a local gift shop. Making people laugh (or clutch their pearls) is my happy place. :)

💜What brought you to Lioness and what keeps you here?
I've been coming to Lioness classes on and off for nine years! Being able to bring my kiddos while they were so little was what drew me in. I stay because I love the workouts and the sense of community that you all offer. I’ve made some great friends here!

💜What is your favorite muscle group to work?
Lower body. I love a b***y workout.

💜What are you most proud of accomplishing with Lioness?
There’s no way I could have imagined myself lifting as much as I can right now. I would have never tried if not for the encouragement from all of our lovely trainers.

💜What is the fitness/wellness goal you would like to accomplish in the next 6 months?
With life being absolute chaos at the moment, my goal for the foreseeable future is to take a little walk everyday and physically make it to the gym once a week.

💜What advice do you have for our newer members or those thinking about jumping in?
There’s no better time to start than now!

11/06/2025

Dear, Lionesses -
Do you ever have stretches of time when it feels like too much work to put pants on? That was called October for me. So November is all about catching up and these shout outs are step 1! So get ready for a new featured Lioness each week in November.
Thanks for your understanding.😊

Let's hear it for our first Lioness of November... Kim!🥳

Kim just celebrated her 1 year anniversary with Lioness and will be hitting the 150 class mark in the next couple of months! Although she came to us a as a novice and hesitant lifter, it was clear she was ready to accept the challenge. She is always curious, asks great questions and it so much fun to watch when she reaches the next progression. Plus she does it all at 6AM before the sun comes up! We have no doubt she will continue to reach her 2025 goals and can't wait to see what she comes up with for the next year!

Keep crushing it, Kim!💪

Here's her story...

💜Tell us a little about yourself outside of the gym:
I am a mummy to an almost three year old independent, strong willed little person, and an equally strong willed miniature dachshund. I am also a veterinarian who specializes in pathology - I spend most of my days looking at biopsy specimens from animal tumors or performing autopsies. I love the outdoors, Lego, fantasy fiction, and cake (any)!

💜What brought you to Lioness and what keeps you here?
Having never been to a gym properly before, I was looking for a supportive, non judgmental, women’s only space. I stay because I found just that!

💜What is your favorite muscle group to work?
Legs!

💜What are you most proud of accomplishing with Lioness?
When I started at Lioness, I could barely deadlift the bar and I definitely couldn’t bench it. Now I join the Power class and honestly, if my high school P.E. Teacher could see me now… 🤣

💜What is the fitness/wellness goal you would like to accomplish in the next 6 months?
I would like to back squat my body weight and bench press 10 lbs more!

💜What advice do you have for our newer members or those thinking about jumping in?
Do the first free class even if you don’t want to! I have never felt motivated to exercise in my life but I always feel so much better afterwards, even if I am not 100% into the workout - I do it for my mind, my family, and to keep my aging body moving! Having a group of supportive, welcoming women to exercise with (even at 6am) makes it much easier.

10/26/2025

🧠✨ From Food Stress to Food Peace: Holiday Edition ✨🧠

Join Lioness Fitness and Lexi Bonilla, owner of innerBloom Counseling, on Saturday, November 8, at 10 am for From Food Stress to Food Peace: Holiday Edition, a special workshop designed to help quiet the food noise and ease the pressure around holiday gatherings. Lexi focuses on treating eating disorders and body dysmorphia and is looking forward to connecting with Lionesses around mental health, specifically related to nutrition. 🌿

Let’s release the stress and make space to truly enjoy the holidays together! 💜

👉 Join us for “From Food Stress to Food Peace: Holiday Edition” - sign up in the Events section of the Push Press app: https://lioness.pushpress.com/landing/events/cal-7deba5a161c6405f9dc59705af90/login

See you at the gym!🦁

10/25/2025

🔥 Bench Press Workshop next Saturday! 🔥

Coach Cece is back on Saturday, November 1st, at 10 am for the final installment of our Big 3 Series - we’re finishing strong with the BENCH PRESS! 💪

Join Coach Cece and Lioness for an in-depth session covering bench setup and positioning, building confidence under the bar, and more!

👉 Sign up now in the Push Press app under the Events section.

Let’s kick off November STRONG, Lionesses! 🏋️‍♀️🦁

10/08/2025

🔥 Deadlift Workshop THIS Saturday! 🔥

Coach Cece is back this Saturday, October 11 @ 10 AM for Round 2 of our Big 3 Series, and this time, we’re tackling the DEADLIFT!💥

Join Coach Cece and Lioness for an in-depth session covering:
• Movement prep & mobility
• Bracing & belt use
• How to fail safely
• Building a heavy set with confidence

We’ve still got spots open, but they’re going fast! If you’re planning to come, please register ASAP so we know to expect you.

👉 Sign up now in the Push Press app under the Events section.

See you Saturday, Lionesses! 🏋️‍♀️🦁

09/30/2025

Let's hear it for our next Lioness of September... Abby!🥳

It's hard to believe that Abby only joined Lioness this year because it feels like she has been a part of our community since the beginning! Like so many women, Abby joined because she needed some external motivation to stay consistent at the gym and she has shown up regularly ever since! She has stretched outside her comfort zone to try every class style at Lioness and it's so fun to watch her find success in each one, including hitting her 135lb squat goal!!! She has more big goals on her list this year and we have no doubt she will reach them all!

Keep crushing it, Abby!💪

Here's her story...

💜Tell us a little about yourself outside of the gym:
I’m lucky enough to work part time as a hairstylist while I’m enrolled in business classes at Madison College. My husband and I love to spend weekends biking around Madison and walking around parks with our pup. I often bring a camera (or three) with me to capture the memories. This summer I tried a CSA for the first time and I’ve been enjoying trying new recipes each week. It’s definitely inspired me to cook more and, as a previously very picky child, I’ve been very surprised by how yummy vegetables can be.

💜What brought you to Lioness and what keeps you here?
I craved accountability and structure in my workouts after a years of yo-yoing around the gym. When my husband and I moved into our house we cancelled our gym memberships and bought a squat rack off Facebook marketplace. It’s probably been used 10 times in the last year and a half. I finally realized I needed external motivators to show up. Originally I reached out to Lioness for personal training but I decided to try a class first (since the first one is free ya know). The strength class was everything I wanted and more! I loved the structure and variety of movements, it was a true full body workout. I was most surprised by the people though. I was afraid it would be full of women who thought weights made you bulky, and fake niceties. I couldn’t have been more wrong! We all show up authentically ourselves and it’s comfortable and sweaty, and we laugh and cheer each other on, but it’s real life too. I’ve been to workouts at all times of day, and it’s always the same welcoming atmosphere.

💜What is your favorite muscle group to work?
Legs! But my bench press is improving and that’s always fun to see.

💜What are you most proud of accomplishing with Lioness?
I finally repped a 135lb squat! That’s been a goal of mine for years, and it only took a couple months at Lioness to build the strength and confidence to do it. But I am most proud that I’ve been consistently showing up for 6 months. Exercise has always been an effort for me, and for the first time I actually look forward to my workouts.

💜What is the fitness/wellness goal you would like to accomplish in the next 6 months?
I would love to hit a 150lb squat and 100lb bench press.

💜What advice do you have for our newer members or those thinking about jumping in?
Lifting heavy weights is the most empowering thing, and it’s way more fun surrounded with cool people. Also, try all the classes! Sweat and Power classes intimidated me at first but now I really enjoy mixing up my weeks with them.

09/25/2025

✨ Baby-Friendly Barre is expanding! ✨
We’re now offering class at our new west side partner location:

Lioness Fitness | Mondays at 1:00 PM 🏋️‍♀️👶
(6200 Nesbitt Rd, Fitchburg, WI 53711)

Use your existing Haumea membership or class pass to join!

This class is:
💛 Prenatal, postpartum, or anytime friendly
💛 Baby-wearing, baby-sleeping, baby-feeding friendly
💛 Come as you are—with or without your baby—you’re always welcome here

You deserve to feel strong in both mind + body. We’re here for you. 🌿

09/25/2025

Let's hear it for our first Lioness of September... Amanda!🥳

I cannot believe I let this Lioness slip through the cracks all these months! Pretty sure I owe her a double shout out. This amazing Lioness has been with the pride for 8 years!!! (Check out those sweet muscles from 2018) She has seen us through just about every iteration of our existence and had remained steadfast and consistent. Her commitment to her goals is second to none, she will be your biggest cheerleader and is so incredibly thoughtful in her interactions with everyone around her. It has been an honor to be a part of her strength journey and I have no doubt she will achieve all she wants in life, both in and outside the gym. Thank you, Amanda, for making Lioness your gym home all these years. We love you!

Keep crushing it!💪

Here's her story...

💜Tell us a little about yourself outside of the gym:
I’m a divorced mom to my two busy boys. This summer I worked at Still Point Flower farm and I’m substitute teaching in the Verona school district. During my free time; I love to read, fish, camp, kayak, hike, garden, and see a play. My favorite place to relax is at my family cabin, sitting by the fire overlooking the lake.

💜What brought you to Lioness and what keeps you here?
I joined 8 years ago, 5 month postpartum. I keep coming back bc I feel safe and comfortable working out with other women in a supportive environment. Lioness has taught me how to properly fuel my body pre-post workout, form, advancing weight, and so much more.

💜What is your favorite muscle group to work?
Grip 🤣

💜What are you most proud of accomplishing with Lioness?
My body has changed over the years with birthing two kids, aging, and beginning perimenopause. I’ve learned to embrace it all with an open and loving heart.

💜What is the fitness/wellness goal you would like to accomplish in the next 6 months?
I want to go to Power class once a week and lose 6-8%body fat.

💜What advice do you have for our newer members or those thinking about jumping in?
Come as you are and this community will embrace you.

09/21/2025

Mobility isn’t just for the gym, it's for real life! Tying your shoes, carrying groceries, checking your blind spot without tweaking your neck - mobility work makes all of it easier (and less painful). 🧘‍♀️🛒👟

If you're already coming to class, you’re doing dynamic stretching!

Want to level it up? Try:
• LIFT & Flow yoga with Jordann
• Foam rolling (IYKYK)
• Moving your body in new ways - hello, cross-training!
• A short daily mobility routine (even just 3x/week!)

The goal? Keep it simple, keep it consistent, and make it part of your routine. Stack it with your morning coffee or right before bed. Your body will thank you, both in the gym and everywhere else. 💜

See you at the gym! 🦁

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