Introducing BodyWorks for Women,

a women's only health club featuring a full aerobics schedule, specialty

classes and monthly seminars on women's issues.

BodyWorks for Women is the

brainchild of owner Katie Stella. The idea for an all women's workout

facility came about after the birth of her first child in 2002.

"I enjoyed my pregnancy

immensely, but I gained over 60 pounds," Stella says. "After

I had lost the weight, I realized how much women flourish in a women's

only atmosphere."

Stella studied exercise science

in school, and decided to put her major to use. She believes her business

is special because it teaches women how to make time for themselves.

"Women spend so much time

taking care of others, they rarely take time to take care of themselves,"

Stella says. "We teach women how to create healthy lifestyles for

themselves inside and out. Whether they have 30 minutes or two hours,

we can help them to reach their goals."

And clients are already reaching

those goals at BodyWorks. According to Stella, several members have lost

more than 20 inches and 30 pounds, and the facility has open less than

a month.

"We have clients of every

shape and size as well as age," Stella says. "Our ladies reap

the benefits of working out when they can measure the changes every other

week." Among some of the BodyWorks for Women amenities are aerobics

classes including yoga, pilates and kickboxing, specialty classes including

ballroom dancing and Sensational Salsa, and other features such as tanning,

massage, personal training and childcare.

BodyWorks for Women is located

next door to TUCS Cheer Lab, a cheerleading instruction studio that Stella,

her husband and one other partner own.

"Our philosophy and reputation

at TUCS is what we wanted to carry over to BodyWorks," Stella says.

"We believe anyone can go to a gym and work out, but it takes training,

time and the proper tools and programs to achieve higher goals."

next to TUCS, Stella hopes to provide a great service to her current clients.

"Now moms can work out at the same time their children are receiving

cheerleading instruction, and we can provide childcare for those who don't

cheer," she says.

During the month of November,

BodyWork for Women is holding a special of 50 percent off enrollment when

you bring in a canned good for the canned food drive. Additionally, the

member who attends the most aerobics classes will receive a free turkey

from Honey Baked Ham.

Stella adds that there are

always new specials happening every month, as well as community events,

such as the Toys for Tots drive happening next month.

Other November events include

ballroom dancing, Purse Parties, Fall Fitness Festival and a sneak preview

of the grand opening extravaganza.

BodyWorks for Women is located

at 135 Robinson Drive in Fayetteville. Hours are Monday - Thursday 6 a.m.

- 9 p.m., Friday 6 a.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., and Sunday

1 p.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call (770) 716-1216.

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