Not everyone wants to go to the same kind of gym that magazine writers frequent. It can be intimidating to watch them effortlessly bench press 500 pounds, and they’re always trying to trap you into lengthy conversations about grammar.
Burn Boot Camp is an altogether different kind of experience. It is not just a gym. It is a place of transformation, where you are inspired and empowered to become an even better you. If you have recently resolved to gain more confidence and happiness, then Eden Prairie’s woman-owned fitness club will be right behind you every step of the way!
“I have always enjoyed moving my body,” said Tina Hegna, owner of Burn Boot Camp’s locations in Eden Prairie, Maple Grove and Blaine. “I love how it makes me feel, the energy it gives me, and the confidence it instills. I love seeing hard work pay off, and the sense of camaraderie I share with other athletes while we push our bodies to get a little bit better every day.
“I have also always wanted to be an entrepreneur – an empowered, healthy and happy person who shares her passion and knowledge while helping others. I learned a tremendous amount about business and finance from my former career in public accounting, but I knew I was made for more than just numbers and spreadsheets. I finally got the spark when my friend invited me to Burn Boot Camp.
“My trial period at Burn Boot Camp was transformative in more ways than one. I got results that I never would have dreamed of achieving while working out on my own. I felt pride, confidence, and more comfortable in my own skin than ever before. I was glowing – literally emitting light out of my body – and then I learned Burn Boot Camp is a franchise. Suddenly something within me unlocked. Accountancy no longer seemed like my only path forward.
“What do I love about Burn Boot Camp? Everything. But let’s start with the workouts themselves. Our group exercise classes are guided by Certified Personal Trainers who know the names and goals of each and every person on the floor. There are no complicated machines to master when you come to our gym. Your body is the machine. Nothing plugs in except the fans and computers! A single class – or ‘camp,’ as we call it – is condensed into an effective and efficient 45-minute workout. The protocol for the week is shared publicly every Sunday, and it's the same across Burn Nation’s over 350 locations nationwide. That helps our members plan their week ahead. It’s also how we get to share the same workout triumphs and experiences no matter which Burn Boot Camp we attend. Membership at one location is membership at every location!
“We might do arms on Monday, speed and agility on Tuesday, lower body on Wednesday, and so on. Regardless of camp’s focus for the day, we modify each member’s experience to challenge them beyond what they thought they were capable of. We have some members who are recovering after injuries and pregnancies, or who are just working toward completing their first push-up. Wherever you are in your personal fitness journey, our trainers will make sure you’re pushing yourself hard enough to work toward your goals.
“And you won’t be working toward them alone. Exercising as part of a group makes you feel more accountable. It motivates and inspires you to keep moving forward. I’ve seen a lot of life-long friendships created here at Burn Boot Camp. It’s only natural when so many like-minded people come together regardless of age, sex, race, religion, ethnicity or any other differences!
“Burn Boot Camp was originally conceived as a place where women could work out together. We’ve since developed into a family fitness center where men are welcome too, although we’ve preserved our female-friendly vibe. Each location offers complimentary child watch in a room right next to the gym space, which is partitioned off with a windowed wall. Your kid gets to see you exercising and learn that taking care of their own health is fun and normal. They get to see what strong looks like!
“Many of our members joined Burn Boot Camp because they want to lose weight, but it’s not only about what you lose here. It’s also about what you gain! Community. Knowledge. Confidence. Happiness. These are all byproducts of undergoing a physical transformation, and the reasons why our mission transcends fitness. We improve the physical, mental and emotional health of every life we touch. I am always in awe at how our members get just a little bit better, day after day, until they realize what it’s like to become the best versions of themselves. I love knowing I’m right where I’m meant to be. This is my why.”
Burn Boot Camp is located at 6545 Flying Cloud Drive, Suite 200 in Eden Prairie. If you’re ready to make 2023 the year when it all happens, sign up for your free seven-day trial at burnbootcamp.com today!
“Many of our members joined Burn Boot Camp because they want to lose weight, but it’s not only about what you lose here. It’s also about what you gain! "