From a young age, Paloma Treviño would watch her mom wake up at 5 a.m. every day to go work out. Eventually, she joined her mother, sparking a love for fitness. “It always felt so natural to me that I never knew I could make it a job. It’s something I really enjoy and like to do—[so much] that it doesn’t even feel like I’m working,” said Treviño. That spark she felt has blossomed into what is known today as Bodies by Paloma, a women-only fitness gym.
During her time in college, she became a certified personal trainer and has been open for business ever since. She originally started training clients in 2021, but it wasn’t until after her maternity leave she realized how much a woman’s body changes during pregnancy and the journey it takes to heal the body.
“A lot of people don’t really know about the changes that happen in the body because [doctors] don’t tell you, or they don’t tell you exercises to recover,” said Treviño.
With women in mind, Treviño noticed a gap in the industry. When analyzing workouts marketed to the general public, she discovered most are still more accommodating to the male body. A woman’s body faces distinct challenges, and exercises must be tailored accordingly, especially during the post-partum period. Treviño crafts each one of her workout classes and 1:1 training sessions to meet those needs, and instructs every class to offer support and guidance.
Walking into a regular gym can be overwhelming and intimidating, no matter how experienced you are with fitness. Treviño had a unique vision for her studio beyond just pink walls and equipment.
“I wanted to create a safe space for women. Sometimes when walking into the gym, you don’t know what to do, and even if you do, it’s hard to motivate yourself. The encouragement you get from our studio makes a world of difference,” she said.
One of the most popular features at the Bodies by Paloma studio is the community it has fostered among the women who attend classes. This sense of camaraderie provides a level of comfort, even for first-timers. “The girls are so welcoming. I love that because it can be scary,” Treviño shared. They built a community where we all make friends and keep coming back because of that.”
Treviño has watched timid first-timers complete 100 workouts with her at the studio. Bodies by Paloma not only helps women achieve their fitness goals, but gives women the confidence to continue their fitness journeys, one workout at a time.
