Pace Fitness — Attraction in Citrus Heights

I had fallen out of shape for a few years while focusing on family, and Coach Monique called me to come in for some personal training. Since kids are welcome and doted on, and I have three little ones, I figured why not. I went once a week for a few months and while I was doing my sessions, I could see the classes going on and I could see what a great group of people were participating...all fitness levels, ages and ability. When Coach Monique recommended I start classes, I knew that was a great next step for me. I went 2 or 3 times a week to start. I struggled to run a half a mile, I couldn't lift much weight, and I couldn't do a pull up to save my life. But I had so much fun, made some amazing friends and as time went by I got stronger and faster. I am a year in and now I go 5-6 times a week, and not only doing things I never thought I could, but I am doing them with the proper form thanks to Coach Monique and Coach Andrew. I ran my first 7 mile trail race recently, as well as my first 10k road race. And I did pretty well if I do say so myself! I am currently competing in the CrossFit Open and am looking at doing another competition coming up in the Spring, as well as running some more races! This is not a typical gym, friendships and bonds are formed here. And Coach Monique? She is amazing. She cares so much about each and every athlete at the gym, has provided so much support when it comes to physical fitness and nutrition, and has created such an amazing, welcoming space. She has truly changed my life. I would very highly recommend her personal training services and the classes, or even coming for open...

When someone first suggested that I join CrossFit I was very intimidated. I always thought that’s what crazy fit people do, not someone average like me. But I came to a free class to try it out and from the start Monique helped to tailor the class to my fitness level and encouraged me to keep coming back. Over the past 11 months my fitness has grown and I can see the positive impact that strengthening my body has had in my life and what’s it helped me to do. I grew up playing sports and found out later as an adult that working out in a community is what helps me to stay on track. The community here at Pace is wonderful. Truly a great group of people who will encourage you on the hard days and celebrate the victories with you! I also really appreciate the experience and skill of the coaches who help you to build fitness safely and effectively. I love this place because it’s given me a renewed love for fitness, it challenges me and helps me to grow, and I get to do it with a great group...

I’m a business owner, 48 years old, work long hours and have always stayed in relatively “good” shape. I played sports in high school and that was my peak of fitness. Honestly, I ignored any real fitness aside from tennis, some racquetball and golf. Gawd knows, we wish that was enough. My wife got me to go into PACE fitness and meet up with Monique. I am changed man. I’ve been at it for 7 months or so now. She is a coach who takes it seriously. She demands you push yourself. I’ve gone from being able to do one straight pull up to now being able to do 10 straight pull ups (documented on Facebook!). I can run a couple miles, do 50 push ups, 50 sit ups and 50 burpees, all in 30 minutes. I’m healthier than I’ve ever been. In certain ways I’m even more fit than when I was in high school. Thanks to Monique. 5 stars. I will say, this is not for wimps. If you want to get in good shape, check this out. If you want a soft, easy, no strain, no push kind of coach who babies you, then this is...