Backward Arrow Modern Fitness — Local services in Abilene

Let' see, where to begin... When I found out about Backward Arrow Modern Fitness I was 339 lbs, and had just been told that I had high blood pressure and diabetes and at age 53 I was starting to think that if I fell, I would not be able to get up on my own. I was sharing with some friends that I needed to make a change but didn't know where to start. My friend Thomas said that the foundational goal of this gym is to see people become healthy. I had always prided myself on not exercising in the past, but clearly what I had done in the past didn't have lasting results, so I decided to take a chance and meet with Josh Boynton to see if this would be a good fit for me. From the beginning I was impressed with his knowledge of nutrition and body systems and the attitude of encouragement that is present. I have been doing personal training sessions 2 times a week since the beginning of January 2023. I am getting stronger (I no longer worry about being able to get off the floor), eating better than I ever have before (turns out if you eat the right food you don't feel like you are starving) and I have lost 70 lbs (in 5 months)! It takes dedication, but I have felt encouraged and supported every step of the way! I also appreciate Josh's knowledge of physical therapy. He watches to make sure I am not in danger of injuring myself with incorrect movements or movements that I am not yet ready for. I am impressed with the fact that this is not just for personal training, each class has a coach that helps tailor the workout to each members needs. I wish that I had made this step 20 years ago then I would have found out a lot sooner that I actually LIKE exercising. This place has been an amazing blessing in my life and I would encourage anyone, no matter your age or physical condition to check it out!

UPDATE: I am still loving this place. They have given me a roadmap that has seriously transformed my life. I am currently 14 months at Backward Arrow and I have lost 157 lbs, gained a bunch of muscle, learned a ton about myself and I am in this for the long haul!! The community here makes everything more enjoyable - There is never a dull moment! Come and check out this AWESOME community!!

Update#2 If you are looking for a place to start your road to health, look no further. Come talk to me, I would love to introduce you to Backward Arrow Modern Fitness and I assure you that if 339lb me can do this, so can you! What we do may look scary, but there is a scale for ALL ability levels! We LOVE to meet new people and encourage them along each step of the way and I’m not just talking about the coaches (although the are super encouraging as well) but the regular gym members as well. You’re classmates will cheer for you and give you plenty of high fives!! So why wait? Join today, we can’t wait to get...

Are you looking for a safe place to work out? Are you looking for community and support? Are you looking to be a part of a gym filled with “normal” people? This is the place for you!!! I first joined CFBA 3 years ago in the midst of a Lyme disease battle. Sadly, I was still too sick to continue. But a year ago, when I was finally well enough to be active again, CFBA was the only place I wanted to be! A year later, I have seen such improvement in my strength and endurance, something I wasn’t sure Id be able to accomplish again after battling so many health issues. Now my kids go to the gym too, both my 7 yo son and my 6yo daughter. Kids CrossFit forms such an incredible foundation for our young athletes. They are not only building strength and endurance, but they are learning about body awareness and good form. No matter what sports they decide to pursue in the future, this foundation is setting them up for success. Let’s not forget about the coaches. They are knowledgeable, positive, and supportive. I promise you that you will make friends, grow, and be ever so glad you joined! Looking forward to...

Rewind to a year ago, I would have told you that it is a crazy thought for me to be doing CrossFit and love the workouts. I would laugh and think you were crazy. I did say people were crazy when they told me to try it.

BUT, fast forward to now, I AM doing it and I DO love it! I love it on days I don’t feel like working out; because at Backward Arrow Modern Fitness, it’s more than a place to workout. It’s a second family, who celebrates successes, and continues to help you grow.

Josh, the founder/owner, has done more than just starting a gym. Within those walls of the blue building, he’s created a community. He has an amazing group of coaches that help every single person, despite skill level, succeed in accomplishing their goals and so much more. He’s created a community of people that come together and push each other, support each other, and cheer on one another, inside and outside of the gym.

I never knew BAMF was what I needed in my life until I finally tried a class. Now, I don’t know what I would do without this community and gym in my life. Thank you Josh for creating this beautiful...