About Your New Women’s Personal Training in Wilmington, NC

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We built this with results in mind

We work with people who want to get stronger, move better, and feel capable in their own bodies without gimmicks or guesswork. At Women In Strength Fitness in Wilmington, NC, you’ll train with experienced coaches who care about how you move, not just how hard you sweat.

Safe movement first
Coaches who kick you the real deal
Results beyond your expectations
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Built rep by rep

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Women In Strength Fitness wasn’t built overnight.

It was built day by day, rep by rep, and laser-focusing on one member at a time.

What started as a vision for honest, effective training grew into a space defined by strong programming, high standards, and a community that shows up. Training here might not be the flashing lights or latest athleisure set, but it works, every time.

  • We don’t chase trends.
  • We don’t sell shortcuts.
  • We focus on what lasts.

From the first barbell lifted to the culture you feel when you walk in, everything at Women In Strength Fitness in Wilmington, NC has been designed with purpose.

“From day one, we wanted to build a real training space for ambitious people. That’s never changed…”

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Owner of Women In Strength Fitness

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Mariah Thompson owner of Women In Strength Fitness
Mariah Thompson
Founder circa 2022

Certifications

ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
ISSA Nutrition Specialist
BIRTHFIT Pre/Postnatal Fitness Coach
Stacy Sims Menopause 2.0
ISSA Corrective Exercise Specialist
CPR/First-Aid

My life has been shaped around activity since I was 5, I participated in multiple sports, but competitive swimming was my main love and what truly kicked off my passion for health and fitness. Through swimming, I learned discipline, resilience, and how to be a part of something that was bigger than me. After my swimming career ended, I chose to pursue personal training and athletic training. Through college, I had the opportunity to work with a variety of sports teams and see them through their injury prevention and rehab. As much as I loved working with athletes and being in a team setting, my real love was found working with people individually. Shortly before graduating from UNH, I did an internship at GAIN Strength & Conditioning and quickly fell in love with that side of fitness. Over the years, I have worked with a wide variety of clients in a range of facilities. Those experiences led me to opening my own studio, where I’m able to work with awesome coaches and members to make a difference in their health and fitness. I wanted to create a space that women felt welcome, seen, and heard at all stages of their fitness and health journey. I strive to promote consistency and commitment to oneself and their goals, as well as grow a community of strong women.

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Fully Certified and Highly Experienced

Your Coaches

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Every coach at Women In Strength Fitness in Wilmington, NC brings real-world experience and a deep understanding of movement, strength, and conditioning. We don’t hire hype, we hire competent coaches who have a big heart for helping people.

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Marie Hong

Marie Hong coach at Women In Strength Fitness
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Ashlee Johnson

Ashlee Johnson coach at Women In Strength Fitness
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Kim Shaw

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Katherine Robertson

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Kelsey Matusak

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Marie Hong coach at Women In Strength Fitness
Ashlee Johnson coach at Women In Strength Fitness
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The Best Tools Build
The Strongest Bodies

equipment

At Women In Strength, we pride ourselves on the equipment we use to provide full-body, functional movement workouts for our members. Our facility is equipped with dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells, bands, medicine balls and more to provide our members the best workout to help them build strength, endurance, and confidence in how they move.

Strength Equipment

Our space has all that you need to complete a workout to build strength, endurance, and more!

Open Floor

Join us and other members on the floor to get guidance and encouragement, and be a part of the community.

Mobility + Flexibility

Start and finish your workout with some foam rolling, band stretching or mobility.

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Athlete-Level Space,
Real-World Access

facility

Women In Strength was designed to have an open floor for hard work, consistency, and to build a community. Members don’t just come in for a workout, they come in to connect with others and be a part of something bigger.

InBody Assessment

We offer a quarterly InBody Scan to all members. Track your progress and see how great you’re doing.

Community Library

We have a mini library with a variety of fiction and non-fiction, free to borrow and bring in others to share.

Amenities

Offer free water + Body Armor, clean workout towels, equipped bathrooms with feminine hygiene products and post-workout towelettes.

Like what we’re all about?

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Come experience the coaching, the space, and the culture for yourself. You’ll leave with clarity, direction, and a plan that actually fits your life, right here at Women In Strength Fitness in Wilmington, NC.

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