Member Spotlight: Meet Annmaria!

We have another inspiring member story to share from our community—and today, I'm so excited to spotlight Annmaria, who has been part of Lane Grosser Fitness for nearly four years.

When Annmaria joined LGF, she was looking for a fitness routine that would support her changing body after years of professional dance, chronic pain, and two hip replacement surgeries. What she discovered was so much more.

From feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from her body to finding movement that feels supportive, joyful, and sustainable, Annmaria has built a routine that fits her life instead of competing with it. Her story is a beautiful reminder that sometimes the biggest transformation begins with one small decision—to simply press play. 💛

Lane Grosser, LGF Founder

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Q: What made you join LGF?

Annmaria: I joined LGF during one of the busiest, most stressful months of my year.

After dancing professionally for more than two decades, living with chronic pain, going through two hip replacement surgeries, and navigating the changes of perimenopause, I wanted a fitness routine that supported my body without going to a gym (I hate gyms!).

The idea of being able to work out at home, on my own schedule, in less than 30 minutes was exactly what I was looking for.

Q: What was the biggest challenge you faced before starting?

Annmaria: My biggest challenge was finding movement that addressed alignment in an informed way so I wouldn't fall back into the movement patterns that had kept me in a cycle of pain.

I also felt overwhelmed by life and wasn't feeling in control of my changing body.

Q: Was there a moment when everything clicked?

Annmaria: It wasn't until the second week that I finally pressed play on my first class. It was a quiet stretch class after a long day of work.

I remember feeling everything soften. I felt like I had just given myself the best gift.

It wasn't just that I had made a healthy choice for my body—I had made a spiritual shift.

Even today, my favorite moment of every class is right after pressing play, when I settle in and smile knowing the next 30 minutes are for me.

Q: What changes have you noticed since joining LGF?

Annmaria: Movement has become part of my life instead of something I try to squeeze in.

After two years of Pilates and barre, I've broken many of the compensatory movement habits that used to hold me back. I feel stronger, more aligned, and can even spontaneously break into a run without pain or gripping.

The motivation strategies Lane teaches have helped me far beyond fitness, too. I'm more organized, better at prioritizing what matters, and kinder to myself.

Q: What do you love most about the program?

Annmaria: I love that I can always find the kind of class I need depending on what my week looks like—whether I'm performing, teaching, traveling, driving a lot, or making jewelry.

I also never expected to love the weekly raffles as much as I do! And one of the biggest surprises has been the community. Many of my friends have joined LGF, and now we encourage one another, team up for challenges, and even meet up for walks and classes together.

Q: How do you feel now compared to when you started?

Annmaria: Before LGF, fitness was something I tried to fit in when I could.

Now it's simply part of my life.

I still have overwhelm in other areas, but my physical and spiritual wellness box is checked with LGF. I know I have everything I need—a supportive coach, an incredible community, and a program that truly works for my body.

Q: What would you tell someone who's thinking about joining?

Annmaria: Give yourself the gift of pressing play.

You don't have to do everything perfectly. You just have to begin. You might be surprised by how quickly those small moments of movement become one of the best parts of your day.

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Annmaria, we’re so happy to have you in our community! Thank you for sharing your story so openly—and for being part of the LGF community. 💪

👉 Feeling inspired? Come join us inside the LGF Membership and start writing your story.

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Lane Grosser

Founder, Lane Grosser Fitness

Ever wonder what you need for an amazing home workout experience? I've listed everything we use in the LGF membership program HERE.