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From Body Shame and Medical Gaslighting to Overflowing Self-Love: Raven's SHINE Story
"Coming to SHINE made me feel like the little girl who used to love herself again. Watch the full story: https://youtu.be/Ag_Qz59wJvI?si=...

Jess Takimoto
May 254 min read


"SHINE has made me feel 20 Years Younger": Allison's Story
"SHINE has made me feel 20 years younger. It’s the first time I’ve ever stuck with something this consistently and actually wanted to...

Jess Takimoto
May 202 min read


From Punishment to Empowerment: Val's SHINE Story
"I stopped seeing fitness as punishment. That’s when I finally started healing." Watch the full story: https://youtu.be/4R0_oY5syV8...

Jess Takimoto
May 115 min read


Paige's Story: Over 6 Months at SHINE!
"I came here looking for a community — and I found strength, confidence, and a place where working out finally feels empowering, not like...

Jess Takimoto
May 62 min read


How Much Exercise Do We Really Need?
Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/UJgXkpBy75Q Summary What the Science Says What Counts as Moderate to Vigorous Intensity How Short...

Jess Takimoto
May 43 min read


From Starting and Stopping to Committed: Hatice's Story
"Before SHINE, my biggest problem was exercising consistently. I always started and stopped, and I never had the discipline to stick with...

Jess Takimoto
Apr 292 min read


From Perfectionist to Fitness Instructor: Megan R's SHINE Story
"Just because you can't do it now doesn’t mean you’ll never be able to. I learned that trying—even when you’re not the best—is where real...

Jess Takimoto
Apr 274 min read


Emma C's Story: 9 Months at SHINE
“When I started, I wouldn’t even step foot in a HIIT class. I was too scared to do a burpee. Now I’m in the studio five times a week—and...

Jess Takimoto
Apr 222 min read


Redefining Consistency: The 90% Rule
Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7T9gupnRneQ Summary Confusing Consistency for Perfection What Consistency Really...

Jess Takimoto
Apr 203 min read


From a Hectic Routine to Consistency: Amandeep's SHINE story
“Now I actually put in the effort and take out that time for myself—SHINE has kind of motivated me to keep myself fit. I’m more fit, I’m...

Jess Takimoto
Apr 152 min read


First Timer Instructions
Congratulations on taking this first step! We are so excited to have you in the studio and for you to experience the SHINE FIT energy for...

Jessica Takimoto
Apr 143 min read


From Serial Groupon User to 18 Months of Consistency: Pauline's SHINE Story
"When I went to those Groupon classes... {working out} just felt like a transaction ” Pauline shared. “Now it’s my choice—not the...

Jess Takimoto
Apr 134 min read


From Inconsistent to Committed: Lauryn's SHINE story
“ Try new things, even if they feel unfamiliar or outside your comfort zone. Nothing bad will happen. And if it doesn’t work out, at...

Jess Takimoto
Apr 12 min read


From Insecurity to Confidence: Shruti's SHINE story
“ If I had known how much this would change my confidence, I would have joined years ago. If you’re nervous, don’t be! No one is...

Jess Takimoto
Mar 252 min read


From Drop-In Workouts to True Consistency: Alex' SHINE story
“ Make that small commitment—whether it’s your first class, a two-week trial, or a six-week challenge. You never know where it could take...

Jess Takimoto
Mar 183 min read


Why Making Time to Exercise is Selfless (NOT Selfish)
Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcEZs4wWsLg Summary Why We Feel Guilty About Prioritizing Exercise The Overflow...

Jess Takimoto
Mar 163 min read


From Sporadic Workouts to Lasting Transformation: A's SHINE story
"Even if you’ve never done fitness before—or even if you have—it doesn’t matter. Just join SHINE. You don’t know how much it could change...

Jess Takimoto
Mar 113 min read


How to Stay Consistent & Motivated with Fitness—For Life
Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7T9gupnRneQ Summary Why Most People Fail at Staying Consistent Consistency Over...

Jess Takimoto
Mar 94 min read


From Knowing to DOING: Rose Anne's SHINE story
“You’re doing this for yourself—creating the best habits for your future self. You never know how much it could change your life. "– Rose...

Jess Takimoto
Mar 42 min read


Why National Eating Disorder Awareness Week Matters – And What You Can Do About It (February 2025)
1 in 11 women will develop an eating disorder in their lifetime—this is not just a personal issue, it’s a public health crisis. National...

Jessica Takimoto
Feb 234 min read
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