I didn’t think I’d ever fall in love with a gym.
But one day, I saw a video my cousin posted. She was at a place called Evolve, and the women in the video weren’t your usual “fitspo” types. They were moms, some older, some bigger, yet they moved on silks with so much grace and strength. It amazed me. I told myself, if they can do it, maybe I can too.
So I went for it.
I started attending classes every other day. It wasn’t easy at first. My body was stiff and mymy arms felt weak but something about being up there, hanging from those silks, made me feel free. Like I was slowly letting go of everything I kept holding inside: the stress, the pressure, and the overthinking.
After six months, I joined a recital. Me! The one who thought I couldn’t even lift myself. I had reached Phase 6, lost weight, built strength, toned my arms and legs, and honestly, my butt never looked better. 😅
More than the physical changes, I felt stronger mentally. Emotionally, I stopped doubting myself. I stopped comparing. Instead, I started healing, and I wasn’t alone. I met women like me. Moms, dreamers, and professionals who were kind, supportive, and just as determined. We cheered for each other every step of the way.
Evolve isn’t just a gym. It’s a space where women grow, rise, and find their power again.
If you’ve been looking for something that helps you feel better, look better, and be better not just outside, but deep inside—maybe this is your sign.
Sometimes, the strength you’re looking for isn’t about lifting heavy weights. It’s about lifting yourself.