CrossFit Merit — Local services in Prince Frederick

If you're looking for a new CrossFit gym, Merit is hands down the best in the area. I might be a little bias, but I've also been coming here for almost 5 years, so there is definitely something to be said about longevity and consistency at the same gym. CrossFit, to me, is not just a workout regimen, but a lifestyle. From warming up to stretching, to diet and nutrition, this gym focuses on every detail to maximize your safety and performance during a given workout. The emphasis at Merit is on technique and not torture. The workouts are hard, yes, but anyone can do them with the appropriate scaling. The programming is also done with a purpose and long term goal in mind, and can be tailored to an athletes specific needs. Whether you just want to get moving and sweat a little, or you're looking to max out your heaviest lift and qualify for the next CrossFit Games, Merit has you covered. I am lucky to be part of the Merit "Framily". I never leave this gym without feeling both mentally and...

Great spot for anyone looking for CrossFit or just general group fitness programming. (Also, apparently for seasoned athletes as well judging by what some regulars pull off). Coaches are kind, patient, and humble. (Eryka has been my go-to; excellent stuff). Community is similiarly friendly and supportive. Transparent pricing. Lots of group options on all different days and times, which is super beneficial for flexibility. Owner is chill and is a good human. Only downside are the looks I get when I come running in late and miss some of the workout, but that's probably just my own projecting. And sometimes people don't laugh at my jokes. 5/5...

This is the best investment I’ve made this year. $165 / month is not cheap, but 5 months later, I feel infinitely stronger and more confident. I think it’s the class form that does the trick. It’s so much easier to go to a class than go to work out by myself. And since the coaches decide what exercises to do for the day, I only need to follow through instead of coming up with my own stuff. If it’s hard for me, I just scale it down. And everyone tells me that I do a good job, so I don’t beat myself up for not giving a 120% to it. After all, it’s the persistence, rather than intensity, that really leads to body transformation. Again, every penny...