Intense, inclusive, and inspirational. Those words describe Lindsay’s Power Playground classes and Lindsay herself.

Her fitness teaching journey began when a friend told her about instructor tryouts at University of Wisconsin RecSports. Once she made it past the first round of auditions, she practiced for hours with friends and roommates in her college house basement. She was accepted into a semester-long training program and never looked back.

Lindsay quickly found that teaching fitness was, in her words “a wonderful way to blend my interests in physiology and music into a social sphere, plus maintain a healthy outlet for my hyperactive tendencies. Additionally, I’ve met so many talented, creative, intellectual healers in the group fitness world, many of which I’m blessed to call my friends.”

At MINT, you can find her leading outdoor and live stream Power Playground classes with a wide range of challenges in just 50 minutes. Expect to practice speed, power, balance, strength, and agility as you find your own challenge in each exercise. Lindsay’s classes always include a killer playlist that follows the rise and fall tempo of class and is carefully crafted to inspire. Prior to the pandemic, Lindsay was promoted to MINT leadership. She is so grateful to work with a committed and talented team of instructors who have risen up to deliver fantastic live streaming and on-demand classes for MINT members amidst the chaos. She strongly believes that the MINT team has an influence on the future of group fitness, and she looks forward to what MINT will create for instructors and clients alike!  

You can find Lindsay attending Kelly’s yoga class or Myke’s Power FLEX class at MINT, or at the November Project workouts at the Lincoln Memorial on Wednesday mornings. Her DC go-tos are vegan mac from Yes! Organic, luna cookies from Pleasant Pops, and Palak Paneer from Sacrificial Lamb.

Meet August Member of the Month, Brandon Jackson. Brandon joined MINT more than a decade ago and has been a loyal member ever since. When asked what his experience with MINT has been, he said “MINT feels like home. I appreciate the special attention to detail and kindness MINT’s staff provide. It’s a real community where I feel like my needs are prioritized which I appreciate.”

When working out, Brandon strives for consistency over perfection and celebrates the small, but meaningful, small wins along his journey to becoming healthier.

Next time you see Brandon in the gym, or virtually during class be sure to say hello!

From August 1st – August 31st members can bring guests for FREE.

Any buddy you bring to MINT who joins, you’ll get your next month FREE. Includes anyone you brought from Aug 1-Aug 31. Limit 1 guest per visit. Member must be on premises during buddy’s visit.

Current members, register as many buddies as you like using this form.

Personal Training 50 pack Promo:

• Trainer 50m ($3,550)
• Master Trainer 50m ($4,050)

New to Personal Training? We have a special deal just for you! 3 packs for $99! These sessions must be used within 30 days of purchase.

Ready to get back to the gym? MINT is open for by-appointment gym visits with many important changes, including mandatory mask-use while working out.

We understand that it can be overwhelming to pick out the right face covering for exercise, but here are a few key guidelines to help you work out safely and effectively.

FABRIC – Look for masks made of light, breathable, stretchy, and moisture-wicking fabric. Try to find the same type of material you’d look for in your workout clothes. Materials like spandex, polyester, or cotton can help allow for comfortable breathing and wick away sweat while still preventing the spread of the virus.

FIT – Make sure your face covering has a tight seal around the nose and mouth, but that you are still able to breathe comfortably. It’s also important to consider how your face covering is fastened. If your mask ties on or has elastic straps, adjust them so they are tight enough to keep your mask in place. Other face coverings typically made for exercise are buffs or gaiters, which fit around the neck but allow you to pull the fabric over the mouth.

EFFECTIVENESS – There are a few ways to test the effectiveness of your mask. Hold it up to a light source (sunlight, flashlight etc.) If you can see the light through the fabric, it’s not woven tightly enough. Your face covering is also probably not effective enough if you can blow out a candle while wearing it.

It may take some getting used to, but wearing your face covering at MINT will help keep the gym a safe place for everyone. We thank you all for doing your part in helping to stop the spread.