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December 2022 by Ashley Moncrieft
Went to this place for a few weeks after purchasing a Groupon. It is a great gym with great supportive staff. Class sizes are small and you get individualized attention. I only did the fitness classes and they kicked my butt! Anyone looking to push themselves or connect with a community of awesome people who care about fitness should check this place out.
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January 2021 by Leshunn White
That kid T. Martin is giving it to em like it is!!! Straight HALL OF FAME TRAINING!!! He is a DOG!!! Talk the talk & Walk the walk!!!???❤❤❤
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September 2020 by Phillip Ford
Listen, I am not a crossfit-er or exercise enthusiast by any means, but Workhorse Fitness and Heather have literally changed my life. Here's a little background - in 2008 I weighed in at 308lbs. I was eating poorly (DUH!) and my work really prevented me from finding a schedule where I could be more active. Over the course of the next 2 years, I dropped weight...a lot of it. About 120lbs. Even through the Atkins Diet, transition to Weight Watchers, and typical classes at my local gym in Orangeburg, something was still missing. I used to be depressed about my weight and wearing size 48 pants. Then, I became depressed about the excess skin that I had developed. It was one thing after another. Then it went back to poor habits, where I would still binge eat a whole pizza if I felt like it, and I didn't care to step foot into a gym again. I also developed other unhealthy habits like smoking and drinking too much. Even after all of the weight loss and somewhat healthier lifestyle, I developed familial hypertension and high cholesterol. I didn't have either when I was the "Large and in Charge; Chunky yet Funky" Phil.Fast forward to about a year ago, I met Heather and began working with her professionally on another project. I had still maintained the majority of my weight loss - give or take 10lbs. She invited me to come to the gym and workout with her, but, again, I still liked pizza and didn't want to stop eating it.So, after about 10 months of light suggestions from her (seriously...not pushy at all or I would have dipped out), I joined her one Wednesday evening with my new workout outfit. Looking good is just a part of feeling good, ya know?! Anyway, she PUT ME THROUGH IT! But something clicked. There was no yelling like my undergrad days at The Citadel. There was no disappointment if I couldn't complete something. She and Workhorse Fitness were just motivating. They motivated me to do better than I had been doing. They motivated me to push my body further than I thought it could go. They motivated me so I knew that I could do more than what I thought I could do. On the next Saturday, Heather took me to Publix on Rosewood and shopped with me. She pointed me in the right direction and fully explained why certain types of berries were better than others. Things that I never knew that I needed (or wanted) to know. They also explained: if you want pizza - have pizza. Don't deprive yourself.I feel like she's really changed my life: in fitness, as a friend, but, most importantly, in self-belief. I thought I had it, but she brought me to a whole new level. Last night was a milestone for me. I ran my first timed 5k on my own. It wasn't the best time, but I never thought that I'd wake up and want to run another one the next morning. It's officially happened. ;) I've recruited my mom as a client of Heather's and tell everyone I know about her and Workhorse Fitness.I couldn't thank Workhorse Fitness and Heather enough for believing in me and putting a deeper belief of ability within myself. I'd recommend this place to anyone - no matter their ability. They can get the right program for you. What are you waiting for?! Become a Workhorse!
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August 2019 by Jamie Woodward
Workhorse Fitness is an incredible gym. They have coaches who truly care and are knowledgeable, provide you with all the information you could ever need for a full lifestyle change, and they give you fun workouts that are never the same!!If you're looking for a gym that truly cares about its members...look no further!!
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August 2019 by Lakisha Wigfall-Martin
This place is no cookie cutter gym! In this place, the support is one of a kind! No One Is Left Behind & We Are Family at Workhorse Fitness!#MyGymIsBetterThanYours#?%WHFLove
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June 2019 by Devin McCubbins
Best gym ever! These guys and gals really know their stuff. They will work with you and help ensure you do the workouts correctly to help keep you from injury and to reach your potential. Every workout is different too so you won't get bored.
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May 2019 by Craig Winn
Workhorse Fitness is the place to be if you want to grow and be challenged in all aspects of your fitness journey. The knowledge, teaching and motivation of the coaches, IB, Gene, and David in unbelievable and they all truly care about you and want the best for you every day. The members of the gym encourage each other and it is truly a family atmosphere. Workhorse has plenty of opportunities throughout the day for you to fit a workout into any busy schedule. The gym also has showers for your use after workouts. The gym puts on many events throughout the month to build gym community as well as the Columbia community as a whole. They want a better Columbia not just for their members but for the entire area.
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May 2019 by Katherine Swartz Hilton, M.A.
What makes this gym unique is the community of people that care through the last rep and equal emphasis on strength and mobility. I’m so proud of Ib and Heather for making the entrepreneurial leap!
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April 2019 by James Woodley
Workhorse Fitness, You want results because you're investing in yourself to live a better quality of life! If so, you need to be at this gym, no matter your level, you can find your place and work in groups or teams. The owners and coaches are dialed in with you to reach your maximum goal(s) for achievement. Invest in yourself, be accountable to yourself! -it's worth it at Workhorse Fitness - There are several classes to suit your schedule, workshops, group events, as well as individual hands-on training. Every class is a benefit to you! If you live in the Columbia SC area; this is your gym (community).
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April 2019 by Sara Johnson
Great atmosphere, great people! Everyone makes you feel comfortable no matter what fitness level you are. Coaches are caring, motivating, and genuinely interested in helping our community reach their goals.
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April 2019 by Adrienne Williams
I started going here over two years ago. Could not ask for a better gym family! The trainers are amazing and they care about every individual that walks through the door! I’ve grown so much with them! They challenge me to push myself daily and help me when I need it! This place is amazing, if you’re ready to be challenged and to make a change for the better in your life this is where you should be!
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April 2019 by Daniel Jackson
This place is legit. Knowledgeable, personable, exquisite leadership, and the effort that Ib, Heather, and David put it to ensuring that your compositional goals are achieved is commendable and impressive.
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April 2019 by Lynne F.
I began my health journey almost 2 years ago decided to eat better and take better care of myself. (Not getting any younger!) After losing 30 lbs, I decided it was time to get in better shape. Saw their ad on FB and accepted the 6 week challenge. It was hard, but the best decision I've made in taking care of ME! Fast forward to one year later: I have accomplished so many "firsts". REAL push ups, pull ups, burpees, and I learned how to RUN! (I was the kid in gym class who walked the 600 yd dash.) My energy is up; my mood is better; my stamina and strength are like never before. The coaches are incredibly supportive and knowledgeable. I've made new friends, encouraging friends, motivating friends. We are Workhorse. We are family. BTW, if you think you are too old to make a change...I'm in my late 50's...
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February 2019 by Lydia Phillips
I dropped by to get information and was told I could stay for an info session about a special they were doing. I felt like the lady was condescending and almost bullying about signing up. She wanted everyone to sign up for a year contract. She didn't show the gym or really explain what they did.. Just asked a lot of questions with obvious answers like, who wants diabetes? Who would like to end up with heart disease? Who would like to lose weightt? ....if anything, I felt more anxious being around her than I felt inspired. I also didn't see anyone there in shape. Most of the clients coming in were overweight. I ended up going to another gym and paying $1700 up front to another for a membership and 100 sessions with a personal trainer because the manager sat down with me and asked me what I wanted, what my goals were, and then told me how he could help me reach them. I'd recommend listening to potential clients and highlighting positives about your services instead of bullying people into joining.
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January 2019 by Janie J.
I never give 1 star reviews but this place really takes the cake. High pressure sales tactics to get you to sign up for their challenge and access to the gym. This isn't new to the world of fitness but definitely turned me off after the first visit. I was uncertain and needed time to give it some thought. I found out that my friend ended up joining and paid $500 up front, eager to start her fitness journey. She couldn't complete the first week of the challenge as sometimes unpredictable things pop up in life as we all know. She visited the next week and was told since she didn't check in for the first challenge week she couldn't use the facilities at all despite the fact that she paid $500 for this purpose. When she voiced her experience online she was offered a refund for removing her review which she did in good faith. They never made good on their end of the deal, just empty promises. This is the pinnacle of dishonest business practices. Swindling someone out of $500, a large amount of money and then promising a refund that never came.
