Sasquatch Strength

FAQ

As Written by Sasquatch

  • WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO A SASQUATCH WORKOUT?

    Good question! I don’t need to wear anything because I’m covered in fur, but you probably should hehehe. You’ll be moving and sweating and stretching, so wear something comfy. Any kind of athletic shoes will work. You can wear shorts or leggings and a t-shirt or tank. Lots of people wear a sweatshirt and take it off once they start working out. Don’t worry too much about it, just be comfortable. 

  • DO I NEED TO BRING ANYTHING TO THE WORKOUT?

    No worries, you don’t have to bring anything! If you want to bring your own water bottle that’s cool, otherwise we have water fountains or bottled water available to buy when you get here. Just make sure you’re wearing something comfy that you can work out in. 

  • HOW EARLY SHOULD I SHOW UP BEFORE THE WORKOUT?

    For your first class, come 15 minutes ahead of time so you can get settled and get a quick gym tour. If you’re lucky, maybe you’ll even see me! Doubt it because I am good at hiding, but it’s worth a shot! Anyway…for every other class just show up 5-10  minutes ahead of your class time so you can get settled.

  • I’M REALLY OUT OF SHAPE, IS THERE A BEGINNER PROGRAM/CLASS?

    What’s a “good shape”? I’m in the shape of a furry Sasquatch and everyone thinks I’m the coolest thing ever. But seriously, heck no! Start wherever you are. We are really good at scaling all workouts to all skill levels (yes even zero). You’ll get a really great workout no matter what shape you’re in right now and we’ll work with you to make sure you get where you want to be! We have people from all skill and age levels in our gym. Just remember - everybody had to have their first day at some point.

  • WHAT IS A SASQUATCH WORKOUT LIKE?

    Class is always an hour,  is always in a group of about 10 and led by a coach. You don’t have to know what you are doing, you just show up ready to go and listen to your coach. We will warm up together, prep for the workout together and do the workout together. If you need any special attention or movement modifications, we will figure that out before the workout starts. At the end we cool down, chat and maybe grab a protein shake! We do a lot of strength training because it’s one of the fastest ways to get what you want: more lean muscle, less fat and lots of body confidence. We also do high intensity interval training and mix it up with any of the following: gymnastics, cardio, bodyweight, barbells, kettlebells, & more! You will also have fun, meet new people and occasionally go on a Sasquatch hunt. Just kidding but that would be cool. 

  • DO YOU HAVE PERSONAL TRAINING?

    Yaaaaas! We have a phenomenal team of personal trainers. Who do you think taught me how to hide like a champion? Do you want a particular skill, are you like me and like to be alone (without a big class?), are you training for something specific? We have someone that we can match to your needs. Alot of folks do group classes with a little PT on the side to work on something specific.

  • DO YOU HAVE A NUTRITION PROGRAM?

    Duh! Have you seen my abs? Wait - they are covered in fur but rest assured, I have them. Hopefully you’ve heard, you can’t out train a bad diet. Our nutrition program is a great supplement to our classes to reach your goals the fastest! This is a stand alone program as well, so if you just want a nutrition coach, we can do that too.  Book a Wellness Assessment to hear about all of the options. With nutrition, you get:  

    • Free consult before sign up (if wanted)
    • InBody Scans monthly (so you know what your’re made of)
    • Personal macros (how much of what to eat each day)
    • Unlimited support and guidance
    • Easy to use app and online platform
    • Knowledge Base full of nutrition education
    • A “diet” that  you can sustain for lasting change
  • HOW MUCH ARE MEMBERSHIPS?

    We have a bunch of membership options to fit your budget. We have group classes, personal training, nutrition, teen classes, etc.  The first step is for you to come in and do a quick Wellness Assessment to talk about what exactly you’re looking for because everyone is different with different goals.  I’m only a Sasquatch so I don’t talk about boring stuff like numbers.

  • IS SASQUATCH STRENGTH ONLY STRENGTH TRAINING?

    Not ONLY, but we do a lot of strength training because it’s one of the fastest ways to get what you want: (a giant furry body like me - just kidding - you can’t get as big as me) more lean muscle, less fat and lots of body confidence. We'll also mix it up with any of the following: gymnastics, cardio, bodyweight, barbells, kettlebells, & more! You will also have fun, meet new people and if you’re lucky, see me :)

  • DO YOU HAVE AN OPEN GYM?

    Nope, we have group classes and personal training. 

  • DO YOU HAVE SASQUATCH SWAG, SUPPLEMENTS, FOOD, DRINKS?

    Yep, we have a variety of bars, supplements, shakes and drinks to keep you going before, during and after your workout. We also carry special Sasquatch (yay me!) protein powder, BCAAs and a metabolism booster as well as Everwell Botanicals CBD products. Just grab what you want from the fridge and show the front desk staff (they’ll charge it to your account) or ask them to grab you what you need.

  • SHOULD I EAT BEFORE I WORKOUT?

    Everyone is different but a good rule of thumb is to eat 20 grams of protein and 20 grams of carbohydrates about an hour before your workout for the best energy. That might be a piece of chicken and a sweet potato or ½ cup oatmeal and a protein shake. Do what works for you, just don’t eat immediately before class.  You don’t want that jostling around in your stomach.

  • AM I GOING TO BE SORE AFTER THE WORKOUT?

    Does a Sasquatch hide in the woods? The answer is probably yep. But don’t worry! Depending on your current fitness level and what the workout is or how hard you go in that workout, you might be sore. That’s a good thing. Your muscles are getting stronger. The best thing you can do when you’re sore is drink water, eat some protein and then come back in and get moving again. Don’t let soreness stop you from working out or coming back. It’s a normal part of the process. Use it as a reminder of how proud you are of yourself for working hard for your health.

  • WHAT IF I’M INJURED, CAN I STILL DO THE WORKOUT?

    We can scale any workout to any skill level or personal need. That includes  injury, pregnancy, disability and perceived or real out of shapeness ;). If you’re really worried, sign up for a Wellness Assessment come in, talk to your coach about your particular situation, and let them help you with a plan. If your ankle is hurt, you can still do upper body, if your arm is affected, you can still do legs. You can almost always work on stretching and mobility and that is 100% better than staying home and getting stiff and sad on your couch or crying in your cave like a depressed Sasquatch. .  

  • ARE SASQUATCH WORKOUTS SAFE?

    Yes. Sasquatch supports safety! Our workouts are not random. We program a year in advance with the purpose to get you SAFELY and efficiently to a better fitness and wellness level than you were before you found us. We focus on form and longevity. We program for real, regular people with lives outside of the gym. We are going to make sure you learn how to workout safely and how to get your goals inside and outside of the gym without injury.

  • IS WEIGHT TRAINING GOING TO MAKE ME LOOK BULKY?

    Excuse me? What is wrong with being bulky!? I have been accused of being bulky  before, but I think it’s just my fur. Anyway, enough about Sasquatch. Nope, weight training gives you tone. Fat (or fur)  is usually what is making you feel or look bulky. Weight lifting also raises your metabolism so you burn more calories just sitting around, so you want to do a lot of it!

  • WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?

    We have a full pull up rig, rings, barbells, dumb bells, kettle bells, medicine balls, slam balls, bands and more. Don’t worry, we teach you how to do all the movements and how to safely and effectively use all the equipment. 

  • DO YOU HAVE AN INBODY SCANNER?

    We do have an InBody. If you’re looking to go beyond the scale and see what you're made of and work on body composition, we’re here for you. I took one last week and it said I was mostly made of magic, fur and muscle. Try to beat that!! Anyway…You get one free Inbody scan per month with your membership or nutrition plan or you can buy them separately. Talk to Sam in the chat below for more information. 

  • DO YOU HAVE SHOWERS?

    Yes we do! Some of them are so big that two Sasquatches can fit in them, but that’s neither here nor there.  If you need to take a shower before or after a workout, feel free! All gyms have them and are used on a first come, first served basis. There are rarely issues with availability. The only issue is when I take a shower before you and clog the drain with my fur. Just kidding - I would never do that.

  • CAN I BRING A FRIEND TO MY WELLNESS ASSESSMENT?

    Absolutely! Please just let us know in advance so we can prepare.

  • WHAT ARE THE SASQUATCH GYM RULES?

    Work hard and be nice to people! Treat everyone with respect, be nice and workout. We expect you to sign up for classes ahead of time and cancel (if need be) with enough notice to let others take your spot. Otherwise, show up, do your best and talk to us so we can help you get what you want out of your membership. Brownie points for reppin’ me (Sasquatch obviously).

  • WILL SASQUATCH WORKOUTS HELP ME LOSE WEIGHT OR BUILD MUSCLE?

    The workouts can help you lean out, build muscle, lose weight, feel better, look better and a lot more. Everyone is different, so come in and talk to your coach about an individual plan, but in general, if you come in 3-5 times a week and work, you will see results. Muscle mass should increase and fat should decrease.  If you want results faster, you need to dial in your nutrition. We have a nutrition program that you can join as well. When in doubt, ask, WWSD (what would Sasquatch do)? Sasquatch would workout, eat protein, fruits and veggies and move around a lot. 

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