“Me Time” – A New Way to Think About Fitness for Women
Richie Ramirez • April 16, 2025
“Women don’t always go to the gym for fitness goals. Sometimes, it’s just about having time to themselves. A break. A reset. A space to breathe.”
For most of my career, I’ve viewed fitness through a specific lens: show up, work hard, progress, repeat. And while that’s served many of our athletes well, I recently got hit with a powerful lesson—one that completely shifted the way I view a large portion of our gym community.
It came from one of our newer coaches during a post-class debrief. After reviewing how our 12PM Results class went, she said something that stopped me in my tracks:
“Women don’t always go to the gym for fitness goals. Sometimes, it’s just about having time to themselves. A break. A reset. A space to breathe.”
She shared that she had trained at another gym for five years without making huge gains or even learning much. But she still showed up—because she needed that hour of space that belonged only to her. No kids, no stress, no outside noise. Just her and the movement.
It hit me. As a male, goal-oriented coach, I’ve often walked the floor and noticed women who didn’t seem to be pushing as hard, lifting as much, or chasing PRs—and I misread them. I labeled them (wrongly) as “fringe clients,” the ones I thought might be close to quitting.
And I was dead wrong.
These women weren’t on the fringe. They were exactly where they needed to be. They weren’t bored or lazy—they were doing what they came for: a moment of peace.
“Me Time” Is Not a Fitness Goal—It’s a Lifestyle Need
As we discussed it more, I realized I’ve already said something similar in sales meetings with new female leads:
“I want you to commit to one hour a day—just for you. Show up, give your best effort, and the benefits will follow.”
I meant it… but I didn’t fully understand it.
Now I do.
The Science Backs It Up
Research shows that women are more likely than men to experience chronic stress, often from juggling careers, caregiving, and emotional labor. Regular physical activity—even moderate movement—can:
• Reduce cortisol levels (the stress hormone)
• Improve mood by increasing dopamine and serotonin
• Lead to better sleep, improved focus, and mental clarity
• Provide a critical sense of identity and autonomy
But here’s the key: the psychological benefits of exercise can be just as valuable as the physical ones, especially when the environment is welcoming, low-pressure, and consistent.
A Shift in Our Culture
I’m not mad at my new coach for this revelation—I’m grateful. In fact, I joked that I’m mad at everyone else who didn’t tell me sooner!
Moving forward, Roswell CrossFit will be a place that respects and honors “Me Time.” Whether you’re here to chase a goal or just carve out space in your day, you’re an athlete in our eyes.
If you’re someone who’s been intimidated by high-intensity classes or don’t feel like you “fit in” at traditional gyms, we have a space for you.
Ready for Your Hour?
If you’re ready to reclaim one hour a day just for YOU, we’d love to meet you.
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