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Joining the Fitness Journey with Vanessa Ruiz and World Gym

When Vanessa Ruiz took the decision to embark on a weight loss journey, she wasn’t aiming for a mere few pounds. Her goal? Achieving a state of fitness and healthiness. Her method? Coupling weight loss surgery with strength training at the renowned World Gym. It was at this gym that Vanessa found the essential support and guidance for her fitness endeavour.

“Incorporating running, spinning, and barre in my routine did contribute to my journey, but it wasn’t until I began weightlifting that I saw a substantial transformation in my body composition,” Vanessa shared about her experience.

Choosing World Gym for Fitness Goals

World Gym, opened just 15 months ago, was recently honoured as the Best New World Gym by its parent company at the 2024 World Gym Conference. The proud owner, Phillip Krausch, managed to out-compete around 10 other new World Gyms to secure this prestigious honour. Phillip attributes this win to his gym’s innovative interior design.

“We implemented a fresh design, incorporated unique features, and we’ve consistently received positive feedback about the gym,” Phillip said. “We offered some elements that were incredibly appealing to World Gym, and they’re now planning to incorporate these into future gyms. They’re basing their gym design on the concepts we introduced.”

Krausch opted for an industrial aesthetic, utilising steel beams and other metallic elements. He then balanced this with wooden accents to soften the overall look of the gym.

“I’ve always been a fan of fitness and gym environments. World Gym allows for an old-school bodybuilding feel combined with a modern fitness look. It’s quite distinctive compared to other gyms,” Phillip shared.

Designing an Inclusive Fitness Space

Phillip stressed that he consciously designed the gym layout to create a comfortable and welcoming environment for women. The gym includes a dedicated area for women to work on glutes exercises and has separate pathways to bathrooms and locker rooms for gender privacy. His design resonated with the audience, as currently half of World Gym’s clientele consists of women.

Phillip revealed his gym’s journey to opening its doors began in 2019. The process took three years due to the global pandemic. “We started discussing with World Gym in 2019, found a property, signed the lease, and then COVID hit, which shifted our timeline significantly,” he explained.

World Gym: A Cut Above the Rest

World Gym stands out from other Tucson gyms due to its unique fitness equipment. Phillip highlighted the Arsenal pendulum squats machine and the parallel leg press machine as examples of the gym’s top-notch, unique offerings.

“The quality of our machines is superior,” Phillip stated. “Our treadmills are not your regular platform treadmills; they’re slats, which are gentler on the knees and back. We have various distinctive pieces that set us apart from our competitors.”

Vanessa agreed, stating that she preferred working out at World Gym over other Tucson gyms. “I appreciate World Gym for several reasons. Not only does everyone follow the gym rules, but they’re also welcoming and exhibit respect for the equipment and other gym-goers’ space.”

Phillip stresses that his gym is ideal for anyone interested in enhancing their physique. He invites all fitness enthusiasts to explore the gym, interact with the trainers, and experience the gym’s warm, caring atmosphere.

Talking about her fitness goals, Vanessa stated, “I have a personal trainer who also works out at World Gym. If trainers are exercising in this gym, and these trainers have their own home gyms or other gyms, it speaks volumes about the quality of World Gym.”

World Gym Information

World Gym
2930 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson
Operating Hours:
4 a.m. to midnight Monday to Friday
6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Contact:[520-849-5924](tel:+15208495924)
Website:worldgym.com/tucson