Hidden Gems: Meet Grace Finley of Grace Fitness

Today we’d like to introduce you to Grace Finley.

Hi Grace, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I always thought I was going to be a nurse. I gained over 60 lbs with having my daughter and suffered from high blood pressure. After the doctor threatened to put me on blood pressure medicine at 19 years old, I knew I had to make a change. I started making small diet changes and found myself in the gym. Little did I know what the gym had in store for me. I found an inner strength and confidence I never knew I had. Going to the gym week after week doing things I never thought I could do led to a mindset of “I wonder what else I can do?” I went to school and became a Physical Therapist Assistant and Personal Trainer. I wanted to give the gift of fitness to other people. I wanted to teach classes where I could teach members how to lift correctly and gain strength mentally and physically. I started teaching classes in my garage and eventually ended up in a suite. Grace Fitness is going into year three of being open!

It wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Roads are never smooth, but challenging roads can lead to beautiful destinations. I have struggled with self-doubt, confidence, and taking risks. I am a single mom, and I knew if this didn’t work out, it would affect my daughter’s livelihood. I need help with work-life balance. Being a business owner requires a lot of time and effort, but I also know this time with my daughter, I still need to get back.

Thanks for sharing that. Please tell us more about your business.
Grace Fitness is a Personal Training studio located in Olathe, KS. We offer one-on-one Personal Training, Online Training, and Group Training. We provide in-person training tailored to each individual’s fitness goals. With over 13 years of experience, we can create a fitness plan to help you achieve your goals. Grace Finley is a Certified Personal Trainer and Physical Therapist Assistant. With a Therapy background, Grace ensures you learn all modifications needed for your body. We have many clients, from high school athletes to geriatrics members. Training and teaching clients to bring confidence and empowerment while adding more quality of life. What sets Grace Fitness apart is the community and environment. Grace Fitness has the best members. Many gyms can be intimidating and overwhelming. At Grace Fitness, you are welcomed with open arms and given specific guidance on how to reach your fitness goals. We also have monthly challenges to keep you engaged and motivated. We offer group classes and one-on-one Personal Training. We have 25-minute sessions if an hour sounds overwhelming. We have group classes, including yoga, if you love working out with others.

What would you say has been one of the most important lessons you’ve learned?
“You don’t have to do it; you get to do it.” Embrace everything in life, from the happy moments to the challenging ones. They are things that make you who you are.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.gracefitness.biz/home
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracefinleyfitness/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gracefinleyfitness

Image Credits
Peters Photography