Ryan's Story
The challenge
Ryan wanted a specialist solution for his new two-floor studio: group training built around functional workouts, cardio equipment, and an open area for individual coaching.
Our solution
To make the best use of the space, we installed an 8-bay freestanding training rig downstairs, creating a collaborative coaching area for group training. The top floor is open-plan, with conditioning and cardio equipment and supporting storage.
I left the military in 2019, and it was always part of my vision to open my own gym. In setting it up, our main focus was to maximise the space, as it's in short supply.
Our group training area is upstairs, with SkiErgs, Concept2 rowers and a sled on astroturf, all organised by Again Faster. Downstairs, the freestanding rig is the main focus. It lets multiple clients train at the same time, all doing compound movements.
What helped most was Again Faster's 3D gym design. They had vast experience setting up gyms and took my vision from a piece of paper to what you see at Exertion Fitness today.
Our programme focuses heavily on compound lifts like the squat, deadlift and bench press, and we can fit a group of up to 10 people comfortably.
I chose Again Faster partly because the military gym I trained in every day was kitted out with their equipment, so I knew the quality. My best piece of advice is to have a clear vision and stick to it.
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