Meet Rachel Kozel, our September Member of the Month! Rachel, age 31, has a long history with Pearce Community Center. Growing up in Chillicothe, she and her family were members during her childhood, and she even worked at Pearce as a personal trainer before re-joining two years ago.
When asked what she enjoys most about being a member, Rachel shared, “The community of friendly faces that always have something encouraging to say.” She also credits her workouts at Pearce for helping her both mentally and physically.
Outside of the gym, Rachel enjoys powerlifting, art, riding her horse, and spending time with her three German Shepherds. Her favorite quote, “I didn’t make it this far to just make it this far,”perfectly reflects her commitment to growth and perseverance.
Her advice to fellow members is simple but powerful: “Just keep going. Even if you ‘fall off the wagon’ for a week, or even months, dust yourself off and get back after it!”
We’re so proud to have Rachel as part of our Pearce family—thank you for inspiring others with your positivity and determination!