In a world where strength and empowerment often go hand in hand, this month’s feature in “The Empowered Woman” shies a spotlight on an incredible woman who embodies both. Meet Crystal Stewart, the owner of Downtown FIT, a women-only gym that has become a sanctuary for women in our community.
With a mission to foster not only physical strength, but confidence, Crystal has created a space where women of all ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels come together to achieve their goals and support each other. Her journey from personal trainer to successful entrepreneur is inspiring, as is her dedication to empowering women and encouraging them to “find their strong”. Read more about this month’s Empowered Woman below.
Crystal Stewart is a mom, a wife, a sister, a friend, a personal trainer, an entrepreneur, and much more. She finds fulfillment in helping others and knew she needed to find work that aligned with this passion. Despite having an assortment of other opportunities, she overcame personal adversities, finding solace and strength in working out. In 2010, she decided to pursue a career as a certified trainer. After training at several gyms, working with both men and women, she realized she felt most fulfilled training women. This realization sparked her dream of opening a women-only gym.
Crystal’s dream became a reality when she opened Downtown FIT in October 2020, right in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic—a challenging time for any new business. In a time when people have less disposable income, Crystal emphasizes the importance of “investing in self.” Her biggest inspiration in life has been her mother. “My mom taught me or believed in me however she could, so that I now know that if it’s something I’m willing to work hard for and that I really want, then it is possible,” Crystal shares.
Crystal is most proud of the community of women that support each other at Downtown FIT. Her gym is a safe space where women don’t feel the need to compete. Crystal’s advice for young women just starting their professional journey, “It’s okay if you don’t know what you want to be when you grow up,” she says. “We put so much pressure on kids today, and it’s okay to not have a plan or to change your plan.” Crystal recommends finding what you’re passionate about because “money doesn’t matter if you’re miserable.”
When asked about any negative feedback she’s received for only serving female clients, Crystal said, “Throughout this journey, I’ve made a conscious effort to stay away from the negative and not let it into my space. I don’t let it take away from my focus and mission.”
Crystal’s goal is to help women find their own strengths from within. She strives to help women meet their individual fitness goals, whatever they may be, and to know in their minds and hearts that they’re worth it. “Being at the gym around other women, you see that no one is perfect and everyone is trying to get through and find strength in ourselves. I like to help people pull the strengths in themselves out that they didn’t realize were there. It’s easy to lose yourself and your worth in this world, but when people find self-love and strength, we could change the world.”
Downtown FIT stands as Rome's exclusive women's training studio, conveniently situated at 103 W. 1st Street in downtown Rome, Georgia. Committed to fostering confidence, strength, and healthy relationships with health among women of all age groups, their tailored gym experience includes small classes and personalized training sessions. Embark on your path to improved well-being and contentment by visiting Downtown FIT today!
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