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In honor of Women’s History Month, members of our community shared their inspiring stories and experiences. Here, what this month means to them:

Khaleah London

“As an African American woman, I live in the face of adversity with respect to both my race and my gender. Women’s History Month is a positive effort towards sharing vital, lost, or unknown information that brings forth awareness; hopefully, awareness leads to the righting of wrongs, provokes change, and inspires new paths.”  

– Khaleah London, group fitness instructor, lead instructor, EQX+

CHRISTA DIPAOLO

“Women’s History Month lasts all year long in my world, especially since I became a mother to a daughter. The history written and built by the women of the world is what enables me to live the life of my choosing. It makes it possible for me to dream big, to be ambitious and to know, in my bones, that I am capable of accomplishing anything I dedicate myself to. Insurmountable mountains have been conquered before—it’s on us to continue the climb.” 

– Chelsea Aguiar, lead instructor, Precision Run, EQX+

Deena Pierce

“It’s imperative that we celebrate the history behind women’s achievements. This acknowledgment is fuel to women around the world who may be hesitant to explore their passions because of their gender. Women that pioneered in areas that are close to my heart such as writing and public health research have given me courage to keep pushing forward. This month is a time for us women to be inspired to take risks to help future generations.”

– Deena Pierce, group fitness instructor, Equinox London

CHELSEA AGUIAR

“Women’s History Month lasts all year long in my world, especially since I became a mother to a daughter. The history written and built by the women of the world is what enables me to live the life of my choosing. It makes it possible for me to dream big, to be ambitious and to know, in my bones, that I am capable of accomplishing anything I dedicate myself to. Insurmountable mountains have been conquered before—it’s on us to continue the climb.”

– Chelsea Aguiar, lead instructor, Precision Run, EQX+

CLASS DROP: Precision Run 261


Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to run and finish the Boston Marathon, has conquered such an insurmountable mountain. In 261, a Precision Run created in her honor, Switzer says that she was truly afraid after the race director physically attacked her and tried to throw her out of the race. But she kept going, because running had given her strength: “So no matter what, I decided to finish that race—even on my hands and my knees. Because it wasn’t just about running a marathon. It was about doing it for all of the women in the world who were too afraid to take the first step.”

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