The people at this gym are supportive, friendly and encouraging. Love seeing the owners dogs give support too. Convenient location. Highly recommend for anyone to join.

The staff are very friendly. The facility is clean and organized. The interior is bright and welcoming. People always disinfect after using any machine, weights or other non machines. They are also monitored monthly for cleanliness by a reputable lab. They have always gotten an A+ rating. I would recommend this gym to anyone without reservation.

I’ve been going to this gym for a good 4-6 months now, and it’s been great. They don’t just have your basic equipment, they also have a large area in their gym that features special equipment, like monkey bars, the weighted tires, a mini trampoline, etc. The energy you get when going to this gym is very positive, your always greeted with a smile. I also really like how I never have to wait on equipment, there’s always another squat rack or whatnot. This gym often gets new equipment too. They have everything you need with a gym, and more. One thing I wish they had would be a steam room, like how the YMCA has one. It’s no big deal, but that would’ve been a cool bonus. All in all, I’ve really enjoyed this gym and look forward to working out here.

Do yourself a favor and join the Trillium community. Not your average gym. Awesome people from the mascots Lincoln and Memphis to the trainers and owner Barb and manager Cathy!! Work with any level of ability without making you feel left behind. Great CLEAN facility. Loads of classes and equipment. Best decision of my life joining!!

I always love coming here! The owners have dog which are super friendly. The owners themselves are just as friendly as well!! The machines and changing rooms are always clean and good for use. Staff and owners are always helpful when I have any questions.

Trillium is an amazing gym! Everyone is absolutely welcoming and warm. The trainers are helpful and always willing to help you out. I absolutely love all the classes the offer from weight lifting to dancing. I totally recommend going and taking their classes or simply using their equipment!

Inclusive! Welcoming! Positive vibes! Great environment and always look forward to coming! Devon is great 👏🏻 pushes me to reach my goals 💫

The facility is always sparkling clean, the staff’s professionalism and friendliness is unrivaled, and they have the two sweetest mascots I’ve ever had the pleasure of petting.Trillium has equipment that caters to people of all fitness journeys. They can and will cater to your needs. I highly recommend.

As a student athlete, I needed to stay in the best possible shape over the winter break. Since our school facilites are closed, Trillium provided me with the best possible facility I could ask for. Everything that an athlete needs to get their work in, they can find here. Truly a great place to train your body and meet good people!

Great service, great equipment, never too crowded(best part).

Trillium is an AMAZING Gym! One of the best decisions I ever made was getting a membership here! The owner/trainers/staff are all highly educated, super friendly and keep you motivated daily!!!! The facility is always clean and organized. Every time I walked into this gym I was made to feel welcome, like I was family :) The Les Mills classes they offer are like no other in the area!!! They periodically change up the routines of the classes so there is no chance of boredom! Well done Trillium! Thank you!

We were able to set up our own “at home” gym during COVID quarantine thanks to Trillium. As soon as non essential businesses closed in NYS, Trillium leant out their equipment free to members to make sure that members were able to keep up with their fitness goals. They post daily at home workouts, livestream classes, and links to free online classes. I’m not sure how a gym could show more support and love to their clients.Before quarantine, when the gym was running business as usual, the classes are amazing and trainers know you by name. They’re very aware of each clients personal fitness goal and always open to answer questions and give fitness advice. There’s nothing but motivation and encouragement from the minute you walk in the door. Thank you, Trillium, for everything ❤️

Staff is always willing to help - spot on weights, discuss goals, listen

Amazing gym! All of the trainers are outstanding. They will push you out of your comfort zone, making you stronger because of it. Since being a member at trillium I am the most fit I have ever been! The group fitness classes are amazing. My personal favorite is the cycle classes they offer called RPM. Would recommend this gym to anyone I know!

A great place! Lots of different ways to improve yourself, included during their closure because of COVID19. All types of folks belong and are so friendly with one another - a very inclusive place to be! Les Mills classes are wonderful - certified, fun instructors. Virtual classes were added, giving many more options. Staff is very friendly and helpful. I am a 15 year member, and hope I can keep it up for another 15!

I went there during my summer break from college and it was great! Everyone is so nice and friendly and always willing to help when it comes to your form and the work out. There is even an adorable dog there! The classes were so unique and left me feeling awesome. It is an amazing gym and you won’t regret going!

Very clean facilities and friendly staff. Great for anyone regardless of fitness level.

I joined the Trillium family last month and I couldnt be more pleased with that choice! The staff know my name and greet me warmly, the machines/equipment are all updated and well taken care of, the group classes are fun and great workouts, and I love the camaraderie and family feel that Trillium provides. The price range is very affordable and the location is so convenient. Thank you Trillium Fitness!

Trillium is a quality gym offering the best value in Syracuse. A complete selection of equipment; fun group workout classes throughout the day; personal and group training options. The atmosphere is welcoming and non-judgmental. Whether you are a regular gym-goer looking for a professional, uncrowded, clean setting or a newbie who needs some guidance, Trillium is the place.

What I like best about Trillium is the family atmosphere. Everyone is so friendly and willing to help in any way possible. As soon as you enter the door you are greeted by someone who knows your name and always smiling. No matter what your fitness level is, your part of the Trillium team and each staff member reinforces that each day. The multitude of classes provide plenty of opportunities to maximize your fitness. This truly is a comfortable atmosphere to workout in and allows you to challenge yourself to reach whatever goal you set. I would highly recommend the Trillium family.

Love the employees at Trillium Sport and Fitness! I am always greeted with a smile! The trainers there are amazing and extremely enthusiastic. The Move It and Loser program are great programs that have the ability to change your life and exercise habits. Would highly recommend this gym to a friend!

Staff was inviting and helpful

Nice locker rooms, great showers and awesome people. Plenty of space and machines for everyone of any skill set. I have completed several programs including the current Loser Program. Well worth the money and what a great experience every time I walk in the door. The trainers are always there to help you and guide you in how to do it the right way with the most efficiency and for the best results.

You will love the programs offered at this gym. The trainers are exceptional and create fun, challenging workouts. I look forward to the days I work out. The clients are as welcoming as the staff. This gym isnt just a place to work out, its a family.

This is the best gym I have ever joined. The staff is friendly, encouraging and knowledgeable regarding injury prevention. The Loser Program is fun and motivating, and great for endurance, strength and balance. You are worked out better and harder than you would think of working yourself out. Ive made more progress than I ever imagined, all while having fun. I cannot wait until the next class!

Trillium Sport & Fitness is a great gym. Pretty much, every gym has the same equipment but what makes Trillium above and beyond other gyms is their staff. They are knowledgeable, attentive and are really focused on giving each member the attention needed to achieve their goals. They offer various group classes and individual training in addition to self-directed training. I have belonged to several gyms over the years but never started seeing the results I hoped for until I joined Trillium. If you want to change your health and have expert guidance in the process I recommend you come to Trillium and see for yourself.

New(ish) to Trillium and felt welcomed immediately. Everyone was friendly and helpful from the start. They offer a great variety of classes at convenient times. The owners/staff are knowledgeable, motivating and really want to help you achieve your goals and have fun in the process.

I started at Trillium about 4 mos ago with a free 7 day trial. From the moment I walked through the doors, I was greeted and welcomed by the staff, trainers, as well as the members! I knew within the first few days that this would be my (home) gym! Something that Trillium offers (that is new to me) are Les Mills classes. I’ve loved them from the start and I’m always excited to participate in these classes! The workouts are awesome! The instructors are motivating, supportive, approachable, enthusiastic, and very friendly! Trillium is a well-equipped, beautiful facility with knowledgeable staff. I highly recommend Trillium Fitness!

This Gym has a positive and fun atmosphere. The Les Mills classes are upbeat and led by certified teachers that help you to challenge yourself at youre own personal level. Im recovering from a back injury and continued coming to do my PT. Returning to the gym, doing classes at my own pace has helped me get stronger physically, but more importantly get stronger mentally. The friends Ive made here, have become family and I look forward to seeing them throughout the week. Try Trillium! Youll love it!

The personal trainers there are the best in the region and so are the programs. Trillium offers the most Les Mills programs in Central New York. The weight loss program, The Loser Program is outstanding. Every other gym has tried to copy or replicate it and simply cant. The facility is clean, the members are very diverse and all are welcoming. Its a friendly, super clean gym with state of the art equipment. I wouldnt workout or train anywhere else.

Just about to wrap up my first challenge at Trillium Fitness. What an amazing experience! Great trainers, classes and support. I always felt welcome and supported by everyone there. The owner always goes out of her way to make sure everyone is happy and making progress toward their individual goals. So much fun being at Trillium. So much so I am signing up again! Heres to the next 12 weeks of fun, challenge, support and progress toward my personal goals with an amazing team.

I have joined a couple of gyms before joining trillium and none of them have worked out. Trillium has offered me a lot more than just a gym, its a family. I truly enjoy every time I come in for the classes they offer, or just to work out on my own. I have recently done the Loser Program which has been amazing, I have grown closer to my team and the staff at Trillium, and have gained the skills to motivate myself. Definitely come in to check it out and sign up.

I love this place! it has been with out a doubt the best thing that has ever happened to me when I was hired to work at this establishment. I have had the privilege of watching Trillium grow in many exciting and wonderful ways since I came on board. I look forward to see what Barb and her team have in store in the years to come, it will no doubt be extraordinary.

Best gym around Syracuse! Staff is super knowledgeable and make you feel a part of their family. Customer service is outstanding- you won’t get it at any other gym. No waits for machines, nobody making you feel uncomfortable. Fun classes for every stage of fitness. Highly recommend!

Trillium is the best! The staff makes everyone feel welcome no matter what fitness level they are at. The classes and programs are taught by certified experienced trainers and instructors and there is never a time where there is a line to get on equipment. Fees for membership and programs are very reasonable. The purpose of this gym is to help people reach their goals at a pace suited to the individual without judgement. Locker rooms are kept clean and have plenty of room.

Love this gym! The trainers are encouraging & inspiring! Barb really cares about everyone of her clients! No judgment zone! come as you are... leave better than you came! Highly recommend!!!

I signed up for Trillium a few months ago because of a discount through my employer and I love it! The group classes are great -- both the instructors and class participants were super helpful. The gym is always clean and never crowded. And there are dogs to pet! How can you not love it?

(Written by Tammy Fuller) The staff at Trillium are all super. They are supportive, encouraging, fun, knowledgeable and all around great people. The Loser Program is the best, very motivating with lots of cardio and nutritional counseling. The staff is very attentive to any special needs. This gym changed my life for the better. The friends I made there are life long friends. I have since moved out of state and miss Trillium and all of my friends! There is no place like it.

Trillium is my home away from home. The personal trainers have the best certifications and education. Les Mills group fitness programs, all seven of them, are fantastic along with the group fitness instructors. The best gym in town, its clean, its know for the signature weight loss program, The Loser Program as well as Spartan training, the European Escape equipment and super friendly front desk staff. They truly care about your health journey at Trillium.

Trillium Sport & Fitness Center is indeed extraordinary for many reasons.At the center, you will meet President, Barb, and her most professional, highly skilled & knowledgeable staff. Equally impressive is the warm, caring, inviting environment where each member is valued & respected.The programs offered are innovative, customized, so that each member receives the attention and services they need.And they have been exceptional for their genuine acceptance of my daughter, a special young lady who has developmental disabilities, has had medical issues, is working to regain the skills she lost, and reclaim her sense of self worth. For this, as a mother, I can not thank them enough or appreciate them more.Hats off to Barb, Tyler, and Nancy...you have touched our hearts and have made a difference!

Great owner and staff- I cant say enough good about the crew. Trillium is a clean, non-intimidating facility with a nice variety of equipment. It is a comfortable environment for all fitness levels. I am so glad I picked this gym to join- everyone is very friendly and helpful.

Trillium is much more than just a gym. There are a multitude of programs, classes, and equipment available along with friendly and professional staff who go above and beyond to help you become your best self inside and out. The atmosphere is always welcoming and never intimidating.

Two years later.....I can still say the same....:Wow! Trillium Sport and Fitness has so much to offer every person who walks in the door. The well trained motivating staff and Trillium members are instantly welcoming and supportive. Its a place where everyone succeeds at their own pace/level from beginners to high level athletes! The facility is spacious and clean. The pricing is exceptionally reasonable and includes access to a variety of classes. Why look anywhere else?!

When I saw the dogs at the door I was instantly intrigued. I have always struggled with finding the joy in working out, but this gym has made it much easier. It is judgement free, which is important to me. The variety of classes makes for a well rounded week of exercise, and the classes themselves are adapted to work for any skill level. Comforting atmosphere, good people, great dogs!

I just started working at Trillium Sport & Fitness about a month ago. Everyone has been very friendly and welcoming, staff and clients alike. As a new personal trainer, I get to see firsthand just how much the clients enjoy the gym and staff! I love working in such a happy clean environment where everyone is willing to help each other out. I highly recommend checking out Trillium if you havent already.

This is by far my favorite gym. The staff is amazing and they are very friendly. Even the gyms members are all very nice and friendly. The facility is in pristine condition and well lit. The gym is very open and bright and the workout rooms are spacious as well. he showers are spacious and they provide soap and hair dryers in the locker rooms. I would highly recommend this gym. Two thumbs up =)

Clean, pleasant space. Plenty of equipment. Lots of activity but not crowded. The staff is well trained and friendly. Theyre created a positive culture where I can challenge myself to do some exercise, get more fit, and not focus on the stuff I cant do.

Trillium is truly the most all-encompassing gym in the area. Accepting of all fitness levels and types, they have state-of-the-art machines and equipment with professionally certified trainers to assist. The constantly pumped-up vibe is what anyone looking for a great workout needs. With an array of classes as well, group fitness has become actually FUN!

I can’t say enough about this place! It’s the only gym I’ve found where they have all the latest programs and new equipment, and the staff really care about you and your fitness journey. It’s truly a place where I feel welcome, comfortable and inspired to challenge myself every time I’m there. I recommend Trillium Sport and Fitness to anyone looking to really make a change in their life that will stick.

Great facility and wonderful staff. Ive always felt welcome here. Excellent group class offerings or plenty of open space if youre into working out on your own. I would highly recommend Trillium!

Great gym! Love my workouts with Nate, but all the trainers and staff are friendly and welcoming. It can get busy/crowded during “happy hour” after work, but never so crazy that you can’t find equipment and a spot to workout.

Trillium is clean, great parking, friendly staff. Full gym of equipment and great classes. The trainers are qualified, encouraging and worked with me to find specific exercises to help me both lose weight, and improve my fitness while taking into consideration my many aches and pains! I would definitely recommend it!

I’ve been to a few gyms in the area but Trillium is by far my favorite. They have all the equipment you could want, and they offer so many great classes so you won’t ever get bored. There’s a lot of room and it’s well lit.

So clean and new! Awesome classes offered. Bikes look pretty hi tech (I did not take a spin class, but may come back for one). No sauna/steam etc. Locker/Bath rooms have all basic accommodations. If you like group exercise, COME HERE.

Absolutely everything you could want in a fitness center. They have programs for every person on every level, state of the art facility, amazing group fitness classes, knowledgable, friendly, supportive staff...the list goes on...Above all, the feeling of community will make you actually want to go to the gym. This place is for everyone. Whether you are brand new to exercising or an athlete looking to achieve peak performance, this place is for you. I promise you wont regret walking through those doors the first time.

There’s truly no fitness center in the area like Trillium. The team creates real and meaningful relationships with its members, and provides life-changing transformations from the inside out. Do yourself a favor, get yourself to Trillium, and never look back!

The BEST gym with the most AMAZING trainers and staff!!!! They led me on my weight loss journey and continue to guide me. The atmosphere cannot be beat. Not your typical gym. When you walk in the door, you feel right at home. Love my gym family❤️

Trillium is a community gym. By that I mean, when you join Trillium, you become part of the community; staff calls everyone by name, you get to know the other members, and call all by name. Members, with use of the MyZone Belt and app, can create friendly challenges - to push each other and help motivate you to get to the gym.You really feel part of something at Trillium, you are not just a $$$ to them, you and your health are important to staff and other members.Recommend to everyone.

I am admittedly not a gym person but this gym has changed my mindset. I feel welcomed and have never felt intimidated as I have at other gyms. They are attentive and knowledgeable and the machines are well maintained and CLEAN!!

Love this gym. The staff are incredible so patient and helpful. The trainers rock. I’ve tried a lot of gyms over the years. This is the only one where people really care about you and your success whether that’s losing weight, getting stronger, training for races or any other fitness endeavor. They are partners in building a better you. Couldn’t ask for more.

Trillium is an amazing place! Its such a supportive environment whether Im in class or just going for a run. You never feel intimidated or like you dont belong - members and staff alike are always there for a smile or a high five. Besides the main facility and the Les Mills classes I also love the Move It program, Shawon is the best!! Definitely recommend no matter what your fitness level or gym familiarity.

My husband, Dean, and I have been Trillium members since August of 2000. We have never considered stopping our membership or going to another gym. We have always found the staff to be friendly, professional, and ready to provide any assistance they can. During many of our visits we use the equipment on our own, but we have also worked with several different trainers. Each one has helped us in many ways, from offering tips and exercises to deal occasional injuries to working on techniques to help us to stay active and healthy as time goes on. We are both very pleased with our experiences at Trillium and often recommend the gym to other. We look forward to to being part of your family in the future!

The new facility is beautiful, clean, open and energetic. The staff is the best. On more than one occasion and life struggles they have helped me gain my confidence back in the fitness world. Along with resetting my nutrition. Its the only gym Ill ever use. So many fitness levels and equipment and classes to try.

Three cheers for Trilliums expert trainers -- Im stronger and fitter, losing weight on the Loser Program. Trilliums a happy, family friendly, well-equipped and sparkling clean facility. The attitude here is positive, promoting health and fitness for everybody.

Amazing gym! I joined shortly after moving to Syracuse, and Trillium has been one of the great things about living in the area. The classes are great, the facility is always clean, and the staff and patrons are friendly and welcoming.

Had we only known sooner! We (my son, husband, and myself) are new to Trillium after being part of another gym for several years. This is a top notch facility in Syracuse with exceptional customer service. It’s a good size facility with a neighborhood feel. Quality equipment and machines, clean and organized, clean and roomy locker rooms and showers, several group fitness classes available with your membership, team loser program, and nutritional guidance offered by professional staff, an awesome protein bar serving up healthy snacks and shakes, water available to purchase but also a water fountain, myzone fitness tracking available which is really an awesome tool. A truly caring and knowledgeable owner, staff, and management that appreciate you being part of their organization. Two super awesome dogs supervising workouts and accompanying and making your experience all the more enjoyable. The team loser program brought us to Trillium but all of the above with an emphasis on the customer service and staff at Trillium will keep us at Trillium. We look forward to being full members of Trillium.

I love Trillium. It has everything youd want in a gym, Les Mill classes, weight loss programs, nutritional programs, personal training, HIIT classes and so much more. The staff makes you feel like family and treats everyone like they are special. Ive been to other gyms and this by far has the most to offer.

I love Trillium, best gym ever. The staff is AMAZING! The trainers and instructors truly care about you. They not only motivate you, they guide you, support you, and are your biggest cheerleaders. I’m so thankful I found them 11 years ago. Can’t say enough about them or the wonderful friendships I’ve made. Come join us, you won’t regret it!

I fell in love with Trillium the moment I walked in! The people and the atmosphere are so welcoming. It is sometimes hard to feel at home in a workout environment but I can absolutely say that I feel at home at Trillium. Also who wouldnt love working out at a gym with dogs!

Ive never stuck with a gym until Trillium. The trainers, staff, and members make you want to come in and work out. Its supportive and a lot of fun. And there are dogs. What more can you ask for?

Many gyms can point you toward a class, machine or free weight workout. What sets Trillium apart is the exceptional trainers, instructors and staff, as well as unique classes and equipment that I have not seen offered anywhere else. Whether it be a general workout program, nutritional guidance, or a specific health concern, theyll be with you every step of the way.

Fantastic trainers who encourage and support you, and push you when you need it. And we love the fun clientele as well!

Top notch facility. Clean and well maintained. Staff helpful and friendly. Its like Ive come home to where I belong! Excited to be back after many years.

Trillium is an amazing gym- amazing people and amazing classes. It is such a supportive environment. I enjoy coming to the gym everyday because there is always a variety of classes and events going on.

Ive been a member of trillium for 8+ years. i still love coming here.. They offer many classes . The staff is always friendly and helpful with any questions you might have. The trainers are fantastic. they will help you in any way to get you fit. They are knowlegible with any type of injury that you might have and the excercises that will help to prevent them. The owner Barb, will always make sure and take care of a problem you have so that you will always be happy and satisfied with the outcome. I highly recommend this gym.

The place itself looks great, but the customer service is terrible. I spoke to Leslie about opening a membership and she acted like I was bothering her. There are a million other gyms to join (which I did and I love it, but not at this place) so I would think theyd be nice and helpful. Also, while I was waiting, I noticed the other staff member on his cell phone instead of helping me. You lost my business at your customer service.

Place that you want to always go to workout. With all the classes, workouts dont ever get boring. Staff is motivating and truly cares about their clients full health.

Trillium Fitness is the best gym in central New York, the staff and trainers treat you like family, trainer will work with you on any element you may have and adjust your workout, they offer so many different classes and even a loser program and most gyms when you walk in intimates most people not here weather your a size 0 or 100 or beginner or fitness pro everyone and I mean everyone treats you (members included) like family and will cheer you on!

This is my favorite gym anywhere. Its a spacious, well-lighted room that never feels crowded. There is so much equipment to choose from, and its all in great shape. On top of that, the the people who work at Trillium are warm, welcoming and knowledgeable -- my personal trainer, Tyler, has changed my whole approach to workouts -- and the prices are more than reasonable, including a discount for SU faculty. Coming from New York City, its a whole different world.

Hands down the best gym ever!! Fun, warm, and friendly atmosphere, and might i recommend the 12 week loser program where they give you every tool needed to shed those unwanted pounds.Thanks Trillium Sport & Fitness for being you and for everything you have done for me.

Trillium has great group classes, ample gym equipment for solo workouts, and is incredibly clean throughout. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend Trillium.

An awesome place to workout! I always feel comfortable and the classes are fun and a great workout. Everyone is super nice too!

Trillium Sport & Fitness have fantastic employees that will correlate your needs to a physically an mentally better lifestyle! They are great and make you feel part of the community.

It is the best gym around! it is a family environment. with new clean equipment. i couldnt imagine going anywhere else!

Trillium is more than a fitness center. They treat you like family not just a member.The staff is friendly, understanding and no matter where you are in your fitness journey they will be with you every step of the way! Love this place!

Love this gym! its clean, great people and DOGS! good classes and well maintained machines. love it!

Nice place to work-out. People are knowledgeable & friendly. I wrote this 2yrs ago. Heres an update for all of you. Trillium is a GREAT place!!! Barb is awesome!!! Cathy is great too. Both will welcome you and immediately treat you as family. Trainers are very knowledgeable and helpful and want you succeed in your weight loss and getting healthy. Best place in Syracuse to get going on a healthier lifestyle. Thank you, Trillium!!

More than a gym. Trillium is a great community. The staff really cares about people and transforming lives. There is no place like it.

Best Gym In Syracuse with the most creative and best designed programs to meet any individual !!!The Staff is second to none and quick to assist your every need.Simply An Outstanding Exercise Atmosphere and Experiences !!!

Best overall gym in the area. I worked at another gym for six years and it never could compare to the impact Trillium had on me. I cant see myself working out at any other gym.

I have been with Trillium for six years now, I love the new facility and the trainers. Many programs to choose from also. My favorite is Move It.

Home away from home is how I refer to this gym. Were one big happy family. All of the trainers are amazing (especially Kim). Clean, accommodating, non-judgemental, helpful and supportive. I would highly recommend walking thru the door and giving it a try. You wont regret it.

Friendly atmosphere, welcoming ascetics. Love the classes and instructors. Family atmosphere!

This gym has great programs, excellent staff and trainers, and a very friendly environment to work out in

Closed for corona virus blackout for 4 months and still charge members every month. Avoid.

Trillium is the best fitness center in Syracuse. Friendly knowledgeable staff who want nothing more than to see you succeed. Best atmosphere, great classes.

I love Trillium! The instructors are kind, friendly, and motivational. The members are as well. It is truly a judgement free atmosphere, which creates a perfect space to improve your fitness and health.

Can’t say enough about this gym! Awesome group classes, and THE BEST staff! I can honestly say finding this gym changed my life!

So excited to be back to my happy place and working with my Trainer Tyler! They’ve always been focused on a clean environment but since this Covid onset they have gone to great lengths and I’m sure expense to ensure It’s impeccibly clean and sanitized. If you are looking for a place that truly cares about your health this is it! Thank you Trillium for supporting during the shut down and as we move forward! Unless I get the fine opportunity to move south, I’ll be a member for life!!

When I began my journey towards a healthier lifestyle approximately two years ago (seventy pounds heavier and contemplating bariatric surgery) – someone informed me that approximately 95% of people that are able to lose a substantial amount of weight regain it within the first few months or years. While the aforementioned statistic is erroneous and based upon a clinical study from 1959 - the truth is that most healthcare and fitness professionals will agree that losing weight is a challenge but maintaining weight loss is far more challenging and the recidivism rate of the NBC Biggest Loser contestants is evidence of that.Prior to joining Trillium, I heard from colleagues that Trillium’s Loser Program participants were successful in their weight loss endeavors. I was curious about the program but not impressed with their former facility; therefore, I decided not to participate in the program approximately ten years ago and I cannot tell you how much I regret that decision. (I joined the gym after they moved to their aesthetically and olfactory pleasing new facility).I am astonished each time that I have a conversation with members of Trillium that are energetic, athletic and a healthy weight, then during the course of conversation I find out that they went through the Loser Program; everyone that I have spoken with has lost a significant amount of weight and kept it off. If someone were to ask me why I think that Trillium’s Loser Program is so successful - I would attribute it to the following:1) The initial reason for their inception was to help others embark upon a journey towards wellness and in my humble opinion; they have remained true to that mission and vision. I was a member at another fitness facility for years where the owner tried to make a living in the career that she had an affinity for and received her degree in. Whereas, at Trillium the owner strives valiantly to make a living fulfilling her vocational calling, passion and personal mission of changing people’s lives in order to make the world a better place and that is the primary difference. That purpose and passion are evident by the staff members that she has chosen; they ingratiate you and assist you in every way possible to help you achieve your fitness goals.2) Trillium has knowledgeable fitness professionals that know how to make exercise fun rather than a tedious chore on your to-do list. More importantly, their staff are compassionate and caring and I have found that they consistently go above and beyond the call of duty to assist members achieve their fitness goals.3) Group fitness provides encouragement and accountability: you are more likely to push yourself if you have a trainer and several teammates witnessing your level of exertion.4) The beauty of Trillium is the divergent fitness levels and ages among the members; some are beginning or restarting their fitness journey, whereas others are accomplished athletes and an array of members are somewhere in between. Similarly, members range in age from their teens to their eight or ninth decade. I found it extremely motivating when a member in her seventies consistently lifted more weight than I did; I cannot tell you how much that motivated me personally to push myself harder than I might have otherwise.Their tag line is: “Trillium, what have you got to lose?” Yet, every time that I hear it I want to respond with: “so much by not joining.” I think that their tag line should be: “Trillium, what do you have to gain?” Many of the Loser Program participants have shed a significant amount of weight; yet, I feel that they would want you to know what they have gained by participating in the program such as: increased flexibility, coordination, confidence, productivity, an enhanced posture and better health in addition to the ability to move in ways they could not have imagined prior to starting the program and a sense of accomplishment when the workout that was so challenging when they first began is now their warm-up.