If you’re not enjoying your workout, you’re going to have a hard time sticking to it.
The folks at RISE Fitness and Adventure took this into consideration when designing their gym in Rehoboth Beach, Del. Sean stops by RISE Fitness and Adventure to see some of the ways they make working out fun.
Ryan Peters, the company director at RISE Fitness and Adventure says people have such a hard time staying motivated to workout because they are bored. Therefore, Ryan and the rest of the team at RISE set out to create a gym that keeps members excited and eager to workout. Their layout was specifically designed to entice members into trying something new and something they never thought to try before, like rock climbing.
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“Not only is climbing a great total body workout, it’s also a lot of fun,” Ryan says. “It’s such a dynamic exercise, it’s really hard to explain. There’s no impact, it’s problem-solving, it’s coordination grip and balance. You get some people that will have new members come in and say ‘I could never do that – I don’t have the upper body strength’ and I say it’s like climbing a very technical ladder. You’re not using your upper body when you’re climbing a ladder, you’re using your legs.”
There are traditional classes like yoga, spinning, and bodypump. You could also give Trey Bell’s ninja class a try.
“His whole philosophy of dynamic movements and agility really struck a chord with a lot of people that didn’t necessarily want to be put under a bunch of weight or things like that so it’s a boot camp that’s tailored to his style,” Ryan says. “He’s got a good following for it.”
Personal trainers are avaible to help you reach your goals.
“They listen to you as an individual, what are your goals and what sort of injuries or issues do you have and how can we work around them, address them, fix them and meet your expectations,” Ryan says.
RISE is also the official training facility of Sussex County’s Parkinson’s Education and Support Group offering nine different classes specifically tailored to people suffering from the disease.
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“There’s no cure for Parkinson’s but exercise and the release of dopamine does mitigate the symptoms temporarily at least. I’ll tell you what it’s really humbling to have them shuffling in and then walking out a lot more upright and a lot quicker,” Ryan says. “It’s really inspiring.”
No matter your ability, your background, or your fitness goals. Ryan says you will feel right at home at RISE.
“One of the unique things about our place is that we’ve got such a broad range of members here. Everyone from grade school athletes to retirees in their 80’s who are just in here doing some rehab or trying to stay active,” Ryan says. “Everyone that’s here is typically serious. They made a choice that ‘I’m going to work out and I’m going to train.’ That skill level is going to vary widely, but they’re all supportive and encouraging each other.”
