https://www.vitalityathletics.fit https://www.vitalityathletics.fit/vitality-athletics-member-spotlight <div data-rss-type="text"> <h3> <span> You See Them in the Gym—Now Get to Know Them! </span> </h3> </div> <div> <img src="https://irp.cdn-website.com/aa2c6436/dms3rep/multi/sr.jpeg"/> </div> <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> <span> Our monthly </span> </span> <span> Vitality Athletics Member Spotlight </span> <span> <span> introduces you to a fellow athlete and the story behind their fitness journey. At Vitality Athletics, we believe building a strong fitness community is just as important as building strength in the gym. </span> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> This month, we’re featuring one of our amazing members who joined our </span> <strong> </strong> <span> functional fitness gym in Ephrata, PA </span> <strong> </strong> <span> earlier this year and has already made incredible progress in strength, confidence, and overall health. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h2> <span> Vitality Athletics Member Spotlight: SHANNON RYAN </span> </h2> <h2> <span> <br/> </span> </h2> <h3> <span> How long have you been coming to Vitality, and what got you started? </span> </h3> <p> <span> I had my trial class on January 9, 2026, and became a member one week later on January 16. I had my youngest son in May of 2025, and once my body was fully recovered, it was important to me to be healthy for my boys! I want to set an example for them and show them that it is important to stay active. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h3> <span> What's your favorite exercise movement right now? Why? </span> </h3> <p> <span> I've always really enjoyed deadlifts! They make me feel so strong. I also find that it is the best exercise for me to actually notice my progress since I’m able to increase weight regularly. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h3> <span> What’s one win (big or small) you’re proud of recently? </span> </h3> <p> <span> Even though my boys get bigger every day, they feel lighter to me! I am able to pick them up and play with them without struggling. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h3> <span> Favorite song, artist, or playlist to get you pumped up for a workout? </span> </h3> <p> <span> I love a good “Dad Rock” mix — Nickelback, Staind, Creed, etc. I also get pumped up to some blink-182! </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h3> <span> What’s something people would be surprised to learn about you? </span> </h3> <p> <span> Most people are pretty interested to hear about my job as an environmental scientist who works with endangered species. Also, I’m a twin! </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <h3> <span> What would you say to someone thinking about joining Vitality Athletics? </span> </h3> <p> <span> Definitely do it! Whether you're a seasoned gym-goer or just getting started with fitness, everyone at Vitality is so welcoming and supportive. The coaches are incredibly helpful and genuinely want to help you do your best. Trust me — you’ll love it :) </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <span> At Vitality Athletics, we’re proud to help people across </span> </span> <span> <span> Ephrata, Lancaster County, and surrounding communities </span> </span> <span> build strength, improve health, and gain confidence through expert coaching, strength training, and supportive group fitness classes. </span> </p> <p> <span> Looking for a welcoming gym community in Lancaster County? We’d love to help you get started. </span> </p> </div> Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:02 GMT https://www.vitalityathletics.fit/vitality-athletics-member-spotlight thumbnail main image