Burn Boot Camp — Local services in Eden Prairie

I heard about the opening of Burn Boot Camp in January from a friend who heard about them offering a free 30-day trial. I was ready for something different as I was not making much progress running on the treadmill or guessing at weight lifting at my previous gym. I especially felt like I was riding a roller coaster when it came to my diet. I would get so far then fall off the bandwagon, get back on, etc. There was no consistency and it clearly was not working and I was becoming extremely frustrated and depressed.

I was so nervous attending my first boot camp!! Dan, the head trainer dished out high-fives and went around and asked us our names one-by-one and asked us about any injuries. He explained the exercises we perform in that camp and showed us modifications (least to most challenging). He was there coaching everyone, correcting form if needed, etc. My first camp was AWESOME!

After my second boot camp I knew this was for me and I was going to stick with Burn Boot Camp even after the 30-day trial. I attend camp 6 days per week and LOVE IT! My original goal was to attended 3 days per week.

BBC recommends (optionally-mandatory) Focus Meetings once every three weeks with one of the trainers (Dan or Harvey). Focus Meetings are there to help you reach your goals and stay on track. You discuss what your goals are for your Family, at Burn, and your Life- going over the challenges, the process to reach them and your desired outcome. I was so shy and even afraid to say what my goals were and what I wanted at my first Focus Meeting! I'd never worked with a trainer who clearly cared so much about what I was looking for.

I have gained so many new friends, we are all experiencing the same struggles and frustrations (especially during the Commit2Fit 30 day challenge), lean on each other for support, push each other through camps, encouraging one another. The energy of the camps is incredible! We even get together outside of boot camp. I don't feel alone in my journey for improving my health anymore and I have found something that works for me (that I honestly thought I never would). Burn Boot Camp gives you the possibility and the support and the resources to change your life and your lifestyle.

"Fit isn't a destination, it's a way of life" is one of my many favorite quotes blown up on the wall at boot camp. The impact BBC has had on my life outside of camp is dramatic as well. My confidence has grown tremendously, I am not afraid to try anything- BBC has made me ask why am I afraid to set limitations? I shouldn't be. You truly will never know until you try!

I included a picture of the progress I made after my...

Coming back from cancer, I was looking for a new gym that would reinvigorate my enjoyment of working out. At the encouragement of my friends, I gave Burn Boot Camp a try. I was hooked after 1 class and ready to join. The classes are fun, challenging, and never boring! Most of your workout is spent on a floating floor which feels amazing on your body...love! The trainers are knowledgeable, funny, caring, and know when to push you. Focus meetings are free and are a great way to get 1:1 time with a trainer to talk about your goals, injury prevention, nutrition or life. I think the best part of this gym is that all the women! This gym has cultivated such a unique environment of encouragement and positivity from all members. I can't say enough how this gym has already changed how I view myself, fitness,...

I actually love this place! It is a place of sisterhood! Once you work out with the other ladies,...you will become a Burn sister! Burn has women of all ages, races, and sizes and walks of life! You will feel welcome as soon as you step in the door. Its strange because everyone laughing and having fun! Its really unlike any gym I've ever gone to. I've never laughed or had fun in any gym. I thought it was forbidden... because I never seen anyone enjoying themselves. At burn you actually fit in... and Its a judge free zone! If you give it try... You will be encouraged..lifted... and inspired by the amazing Trainers and the beautiful Burn sisters! Burn has changed my life! It has simply transformed my body... from flabby and frumpy to...