STRONG START: LIFTED LAUNCHES TEEN TRAINING PROGRAM
Laura McGarrity Laura McGarrity

STRONG START: LIFTED LAUNCHES TEEN TRAINING PROGRAM

For ages 13–18 | Strength. Confidence. Community.

Let’s be real: teens are juggling a lot—school, sports, stress, and screens. At LIFTED, we’re creating space for them to reconnect with their bodies, build confidence, and discover just how powerful they really are.

Introducing our brand-new Teen Strength & Confidence Program—a 45-minute, high-energy class designed specifically for teens ages 13–18. Whether they’re brand-new to fitness or looking to complement their athletic training, this program meets them where they are—and helps them level up.

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MEMORIAL DAY GRAND OPENING WEEKEND: MAY 23–26
Laura McGarrity Laura McGarrity

MEMORIAL DAY GRAND OPENING WEEKEND: MAY 23–26

New Studio. Big Energy. Let’s Throw Down.

We’ve rebuilt the house—and now we’re throwing a four-day party to break it in.

After months of planning, renovating, and upgrading, The LIFTED Method is officially back and better than ever. And what better way to show off our brand-new space than with a weekend-long Grand Opening celebration?

May 23–26, it’s ON. And it’s all happening with YOU. Here’s what you need to know….

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MDW GRAND OPENING WEEKEND (May 23-26): LIFTED IS BACK & STRONGER THAN EVER
Laura McGarrity Laura McGarrity

MDW GRAND OPENING WEEKEND (May 23-26): LIFTED IS BACK & STRONGER THAN EVER

Friday, May 23 – Monday, May 26 | Big Grand Opening Event: Saturday, May 24 | 8AM–1PM

Get ready. We’ve renovated, reimagined, and rebuilt LIFTED with YOU in mind—and now it’s time to celebrate.

Join us all Memorial Day Weekend for 4 days of free classes, giveaways, sponsors, and serious good vibes. Whether you’ve been with us since Day 1 or you’re brand new, this is the perfect moment to experience everything LIFTED has to offer.

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The Ideal Training Week for Strength, Longevity, and Resilience.
Laura McGarrity Laura McGarrity

The Ideal Training Week for Strength, Longevity, and Resilience.

A few weeks ago, our very own Holly shared a powerful Instagram post that sums up what we believe at LIFTED: the best training makes you ready for whatever life throws your way. One question we hear a lot is, “What does a balanced training week actually look like?” While there’s no one-size-fits-all plan, we’ve dialed in a proven formula that hits all the essentials—strength, conditioning, recovery, and rest. Here's how we recommend structuring your week to build a strong, resilient body and stay consistent for the long haul.

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$100K Renovation. New Era. Same Strength.
Laura McGarrity Laura McGarrity

$100K Renovation. New Era. Same Strength.

We’ve been busy behind the scenes—renovating, rebuilding, and reimagining what strength looks and feels like at LIFTED. After a $100,000 transformation, we’re proud to unveil a new chapter that raises the bar for fitness and recovery.

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May 5K Recap: PRs, Prizes & Pure Energy!
Laura McGarrity Laura McGarrity

May 5K Recap: PRs, Prizes & Pure Energy!

This past weekend, Team LIFTED brought the fire to the May 5K—and the community showed up in full force. Coach Andrew absolutely crushed it, hitting a personal record and finishing 3rd in his age group—a huge testament to the power of consistent strength training and grit.

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Why We Train With Kettlebells in the LIFTED Strength Lab
Laura McGarrity Laura McGarrity

Why We Train With Kettlebells in the LIFTED Strength Lab

In our Strength Lab program, barbells are the backbone of our big lifts — squats, deadlifts, and presses, but kettlebells are a key accessory tool we use to build the stability, strength, and athleticism that reinforce our compound movements. Their unique shape and offset center of gravity challenge muscles differently than a barbell, creating a deeper engagement in stabilizer muscles, improving control, and building resilience that carries over to other primary lifts.

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Stronger Together: Why Training with Others Changes Your Brain (and Your Life)
Laura McGarrity Laura McGarrity

Stronger Together: Why Training with Others Changes Your Brain (and Your Life)

There’s something magnetic about sweating it out side-by-side with other people. Whether you’re lifting heavy, or pushing through that last brutal round of squats, training together taps into something much deeper than just physical fitness.

Turns out, science backs it up: training in a group doesn’t just make you stronger — it literally changes your brain.

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Client Spotlight: Jennifer Arcure
Laura McGarrity Laura McGarrity

Client Spotlight: Jennifer Arcure

This week, we’re thrilled to shine the spotlight on one of LIFTED’s most dedicated and inspiring athletes — Jennifer Arcure!! Jenn just hit an incredible milestone: her 100th class here at the gym.

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Protein For The Win!
Laura McGarrity Laura McGarrity

Protein For The Win!

I know you’ve heard this about a million times by now, but when it comes to losing fat while maintaining or building muscle, hitting your protein goals is key! However, many of us struggle with doing it within our daily calorie limits and don’t want to feel like we're overeating. This can be a fun challenge and very achievable with just a few hacks! Here's how I do it...

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Client Spotlight: Shannon Tracey’s Strength-First Transformation
Laura McGarrity Laura McGarrity

Client Spotlight: Shannon Tracey’s Strength-First Transformation

When Shannon Tracey joined The LIFTED Method, she didn’t come in looking for a quick fix—she came ready to put in the work and prove what consistency, strength training, and smart tracking could really do.

Four months later, Shannon has completely redefined her relationship with fitness—and her results speak for themselves.

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What are Compound Movements and Why Do We Do Them?
Laura McGarrity Laura McGarrity

What are Compound Movements and Why Do We Do Them?

In The Strength Lab, our foundation is built on the big five compound lifts: the squat, front squat, deadlift, strict press, and bench press.

At LIFTED, we don’t chase trends—we focus on timeless strength strategies that build a body for life.

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Spring Build in The Strength Lab
Laura McGarrity Laura McGarrity

Spring Build in The Strength Lab

Over the past couple of weeks, our athletes have been consistently building a solid foundation of strength and endurance with hypertrophy-oriented rep schemes and supersets of complimentary lifts... and now we’re gearing up for the big payoff!.

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