08/18/2026
✨MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: MADDIE✨
Maddie has been part of Northwest Barbell since June 2025, after her husband Jake brought her along one day. What started as tagging along quickly turned into finding a community she wanted to be part of.
“I distictly remember meeting Kate Thorne and telling her I liked her sparkly lifting belt. She told me she was so excited to see other strong women joining the community. My husband brought me here, but the positive community always keeps me coming back!”
🏃♀️Accomplishment she’s proud of:
Getting back into running this year. Beyond the physical benefits, it’s reminded her to keep challenging herself, learning and growing a mindset she’s carried into her lifting too.
💪 Favorite lifts:
Barbell back squats, leg extensions, & shoulder press
❤️ Her favorite thing about Northwest Barbell?
“The community. I love going into Lisa’s office to chat, laughing between sets, supporting member businesses, and getting together with gym-mates turned friends. I’ve been to a variety of gyms over the years and I’ve never encountered a community that fosters kindness, safety, inclusivity, and motivation like this!”
And for anyone nervous about walking into a gym for the first time, Maddie has some pretty great advice:
“Find a community that speaks to you and do workouts that feel good, not just to get them done or to look a certain way. And don’t be afraid to ask others who motivate you for help or advice when needed.”
We’re so glad you’re part of our community, Maddie! 💪❤️
