Pillar Fitness Monroe

✨ Feel Good Friday ✨

A reminder that your workout matters—but so does the person next to you.

One of the best things about Pillar Fitness isn't the equipment or the workouts. It's the people who encourage you, celebrate your victories, and pick you up on the tough days.

Thank you for making this community such a special place. ❤️

Tag a fellow member who motivates you!

🏋️‍♀️ Would You Rather Wednesday: Squat Edition! 🏋️‍♂️

Would you rather...

🔥 Front Squat
OR
💪 Back Squat

Both are great movements and deserve a spot in your training, but let's be honest—we all have a favorite! 😏

So which one are you choosing and why?
🟡 Team Front Squat
🔵 Team Back Squat

Let's see which squat reigns supreme at Pillar Fitness! 🏆

🌟 MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: SHELBI 🌟

Today we want to give a huge shoutout to an incredible member of our Pillar Fitness family—Shelbi! 💙

Shelbi is the definition of positivity and encouragement. She is always willing to help others, cheer on her fellow members, and support anyone who needs a little extra motivation to reach the finish line. No matter the workout, you'll almost always find her with a smile on her face and a great attitude.

What makes Shelbi's journey even more inspiring is how far she has come. She started with our 6-Week Challenge, attending only our SWEAT classes. Over time, she built her confidence, learned to work with a barbell, mastered the fundamentals of the Olympic lifts, and eventually transitioned into HYROX training.

Since then, Shelbi has participated in multiple HYROX Simulations and competitions, continuously challenging herself and proving what consistency and hard work can accomplish. 💪🔥

Now, she's entering an exciting new chapter of life as she prepares to welcome her first child! While her training may look a little different these days, she continues to show up, move her body, and focus on staying healthy for both herself and her little nugget. ❤️

Shelbi, we are so proud of everything you've accomplished and grateful to be a small part of your fitness journey. We can't wait to continue cheering you on through this next adventure and beyond!

Help us show Shelbi some love in the comments! 👏🎉

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Coach Allison! 🎂🎉

Today we're celebrating an amazing coach and an even better person!

Coach Allison, we hope your day is filled with happiness, joy, laughter, and everything that makes you smile. Thank you for the energy, encouragement, and dedication you bring to our community each and every day.

We appreciate all that you do for our members and for Pillar Fitness. Enjoy your special day—you deserve it! 💙

Help us wish Coach Allison a very Happy Birthday in the comments! 🎉🎈🎁

🔥 PILLAR HYROX SIMULATION 🔥

Ready to test your fitness, challenge yourself, and experience what HYROX is all about? Now’s your chance 👊

Join us on Saturday, JUNE 20th for our next Pillar HYROX Simulation with heats beginning at 8:00am 💪

🏃 All running will be completed outdoors

Choose your division:
🔥 OPEN
🔥 PRO

Choose your format:
👤 SOLO
👥 DOUBLES
👊 TEAM

We are opening this event to everyone — whether you’re:
✅ Curious about HYROX and want to experience it for the first time
✅ Training for your first HYROX race
✅ Preparing for an upcoming race and want to test your training
✅ Looking to see what’s going well and what may need fine-tuning before race day

Have you participated in a Pillar event before? Reach out to coach Angela at [email protected] for a special offer!

This simulation will give you the opportunity to test your strength, endurance, pacing, transitions, and mental toughness in a fun and supportive environment 🔥

When signing up please do as a team or doubles together (all in one). Once you have signed up you will receive an email within 48 hours to select a start time.

No matter your experience level — there is a spot for you.

LINK: https://riverraisincrossfit.sites.zenplanner.com/event.cfm?eventId=72B91942-FCF3-4827-A5ED-A54A85A5824C

📩 Questions? Contact:
Coach Angela – [email protected]

💪 WOULD YOU RATHER WEDNESDAY 💪

In honor of tackling NarF yesterday… let’s keep the energy going 😈🔥

If you HAD to choose one, what are you picking?

🏋️ 100 Thrusters (light weight)
OR
🤸 100 Pull-Ups

Drop your answer below 👇 and defend your choice!

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Anne & Emily! 🎂🎉

Join us in wishing two amazing members of our Pillar Fitness family a very Happy Birthday today!

Anne and Emily, we hope your day is filled with lots of joy, laughter, and time spent with the people who mean the most to you. Thank you for being part of our community and for bringing your energy, positivity, and hard work to the gym.

We hope this year brings you continued success, happiness, and plenty of reasons to celebrate!

Help us wish Anne and Emily a fantastic birthday in the comments below! 🎉🎈🎁