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THE BEST GYM NEAR ME IN Stillwater
Discover what you've been missing..

THE GYM FOR
WOMEN RESULTS YOU
IN Stillwater

HEY THERE! ARE YOU TIRED OF?

Feeling overwhelmed?

Are you interested in learning what strength training can do for you, but confused where to start?? At The Underground we dispell all the misinformation out there and teach you what you really need to know to improve your health. You will learn how to lift weights with great technique, achieve real sustainable results and gain confidence in and out of the gym!

Large group fitness classes not providing results?

Large group style classes can only get you so far. Our small group PT structure allows us to use evidence based practices and a customized approach for each client. We pride ourselves on intelligent program design that utilizes progressive overload, instead of randomized workouts or cardio circuits. Our custom app allows you to track your weights and progress daily so you're able to see performance gains easily and get results faster.

boring workouts alone?

Sweating and working hard is more fun together! No matter what your goals are or what season of life you're in, we are here to empower you along the way. Our initimate training setting prioritizes strength, builds muscle and develops a lean, athletic body and is delivered in an environment that emphasizes community, not competition.

THEN WE'RE READY

TO GUIDE YOU

ON YOUR JOURNEY!

Small group
Personal Training
(6 max)

Looking for a budget-friendly personal training solution? We’ve got you covered. We limit the size of our small group training so that you get all the benefits of a custom-tailored personal training program, with all the camaraderie and support of a group training setting. Strength & conditioning designed for the female body is our priority and these small group sessions are focused around building strength and confidence, improving body composition and increasing bone density.

1:1
Personal Training

1:1 personal training is completely customized to you, and is the highest level of support and accountability we offer. It’s our goal to not only walk you through your workouts, but to also help you understand the how and why of every movement. That’s where your true empowerment through strength training is born. Ideal for those who want to build confidence toward entering a small group in the future, or with very specific needs and goals.

Nutrition
coaching

Stop dieting and restricting yourself and start focusing on healthy habits with a proven personalized plan. The Underground’s nutrition is founded in creating real change, education, and world-class coaching.

DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT

WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY...

BEST WOMEN'S ONLY GYM IN STILLWATER

Dana Nordby
Dana Nordby
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I highly recommend this gym. I just moved to the area in August and I tried several gyms before I started working with Kaci when she opened, and I found my place. Great location, awesome coaching to prevent injury, and Kaci is so relatable.
Emily Cardwell
Emily Cardwell
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Kacie is FANTASTIC! I trained with her many years ago, so when she came back to MN to open her own gym, I wasn't going to miss out training with her again.
 K C
K C
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This has been the best experience I’ve ever had with a gym or training classes. The atmosphere is so comfortable and supportive. Kacie is amazing and so motivating while making it fun. I love going and would recommend it for anyone looking for a comfortable atmosphere with great motivation!
Kelly Lehmicke
Kelly Lehmicke
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I am thrilled to have found a gym focused on women’s strength training conveniently located downtown Stillwater. Kacie is incredibly knowledgeable and dedicated to her client’s success. She provides personalized attention and offers a super supportive and fun environment. Highly recommend!
 Jodie Monson
Jodie Monson
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Love being part of The Underground Community ... Coach Kacie and the other ladies have been so welcoming and friendly. Highly recommend Kacie and this location as a place to get strong!
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GETTING STARTED IS EASY!

ARE YOU READY TO LEVEL UP?

1. SCHEDULE YOUR FIRST VISIT

Talk with a coach about your goals and learn how we can get you to your best self.

2. START YOUR TRAINING

You have defined your goals and you are ready to begin your journey. We will start you strong by taking you through the fundamentals of training and sound habits putting you on the road to success!

3. HAVE FUN REACHING NEW LEVELS

Enjoy the workouts with awesome people and reach your goals in no time!

got questions?

we got the answers!

When you start at The Underground, your fitness level will improve quickly, usually in the first 30 days.

The key to see results is consistency and commitment over time so that’s why we recommend 2 classes per week as a start. Sign up today!

Super simple! Just click get started anywhere here on the page to book your free intro session where you’ll tour the gym & meet our coaches.

We will chat about your current situation, your desired situation to see if we can help and if we are good fit for each other. Sign up today!

Yes! We provide guidance on eating right or sleeping well which can help maximize energy levels – getting YOU maximum results from your efforts. Sign up today!

Nope! Most our members start just like you. We assess each new members fitness level first. Our workouts are then scaled according to your unique body, your specific goals and your own starting point. We don’t throw you into anything you’re not comfortable and will work closely with you to build strength and confidence with movements over time.

~We are women owned and operated. Our programs are designed specifically for the female body no matter the season of life you’re in.
~Increased comfort and confidence for women who may feel intimidated or self-conscious working out in a co-ed environment.
~A sense of community and camaraderie with other women who share similar goals.
~A focus on women’s specific needs and a safe space to discuss women’s health and wellness issues.
~Sessions focused on building strength and achieving better body composition and shape, not on burning calories.

If you’re a beginner to strength training and just starting out then 2 times per week will be enought to start seeing results and begin gaining strength. Working up toward 3-5 days a week can help you to achieve maximal results. We teach you how to sustain results long term with the time you have to train and your commitments outside the gym. You do not need to train every day to see results! Rest days are essential for gaining muscle and strength and sustaining results long term.

Our small group personal training was created so that our clients could have an affordable solution to building lean muscle and strength, performance and confidence!

To create the best possible body transformation that is sustainable, we’ve found that a combination of strength training and metabolic conditioning (as well as nutrition and lifestyle changes that we coach and keep clients accountable to) is the fastest way to create results, which is why we have built a model that does just that.

Each class is 60 minutes and led by qualified female coaches. We always start together with a warm-up designed to activate the muscles being used in the workout. The coach will brief the group on the intent of the workout, demonstrate each movement and it’s variations, and ensure each client has proper from and a good understanding of what they’re doing throughout the entire session.

Workouts will be posted in each clients app ahead of time and each workout will be full-body focused so as to provide the best results for those attending 2-4 days a week.

GETTING STARTED IS EASY!

Simply fill out the form below and then schedule Your
FREE No sweat intro on the next page.

This intro will take place in a Google Meet call until the end of December!

Shortly after we will be in touch with you to confirm your No Sweat Intro. We are excited to meet you!

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Brittany McCarty

Coach

Fitness is a personal journey, not a destination or a quick fix. Us women can get so caught up in short-term successes and in the way we look, when instead the focus should be on long-term success, creating sustainable change over time, and how we feel, and then as a result our bodies will reflect the positive changes as well.

In my own experience, I grew up leading a very active lifestyle. For over ten years I competed in triathlons and endurance running events, even completing a half-marathon in Scotland. Nutrition is also something that I have always valued and prioritized. However, when I was in my early 20s, I developed a hormone imbalance as well as some personal struggles with mental health. This caused some weight gain issues which I quickly overcame, through a commitment to customized, evidence-based nutrition and adopting a holistic approach to wellness.

Holistically, all areas of health are taken into account (physical, emotional, spiritual, social, environmental, occupational, and cultural) rather than simply treating one’s symptoms to an illness. With this whole-person health in mind, one is able to be treated in a way that addresses their unique needs, and can learn how one area might influence another to encourage natural healing and restoration to the body, as well as longevity.

With my passion for health and fitness, my goals are to help people live more authentically and discover their true potential. More specifically, I have a genuine desire to help coach women of all ages to feel healthy, confident and empowered in their own bodies through the right exercise, as well as a tailored, holistic approach to health.

Through the AFPA, I am a certified Health and Wellness Coach/Holistic Nutritionist and am also a certified Personal Trainer through NASM. In addition, I  studied Health and Human Performance at the University of Wisconsin – River Falls. To enhance my learning, I continue to be involved with various continuing education courses, conferences, and other valuable resources in order to stay up-to-date on new health research and creative thought.

When we make the conscious decision to invest in our health, we have the potential to make monumental gains both internally and externally.  It is my job to help others like you, and when you find what motivates you to keep on coming back, the results will last a lifetime.  

I look forward to working with you toward your health goals!

Qualifications

AFPA certified Health and Wellness Coach
AFPA certified Holistic Nutritionist
NASM certified Personal Trainer

Kacie Graving

Founder/Head Coach

My passion is to help women change their lives in the simplest and most realistic way possible. I believe everyone deserves the right to good health and to be happy and confident with themselves inside and out.
 
Since obtaining my bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, I’ve spent nearly 20 years in the fitness industry in a variety of different roles. I began my career as a sports performance coach training youth to collegiate athletes to be faster and stronger. For nearly a decade my focus was in developing my client’s speed, power, strength, and endurance needed for their sport.
 
Outside of coaching, I have 15 years of training and competing in powerlifting, bodybuilding, triathlon, and endurance running.
 
In my mid-30s I began competing in physique sports and despite the success I had with the sport, I soon found that the aesthetic focus with bodybuilding coupled with dieting for contests really exacerbated the unhealthy relationship with food and body image that I never even knew I had! At that time, I decided to dive into evidence-based nutrition to help heal my relationship with food and to better serve my clients.
 
In 2020, I launched my own female-specific in-person and online training business and have been focusing on helping women build strength and improve their body image ever since.
 
As mother of two, I relate to many of my clients who are also busy mothers looking to find balance toward achieving their health and fitness goals. Finding a realistic yet personalized approach for each of my clients that is sustainable for THEIR life is my main goal while coaching. Ensuring my clients are having fun and loving their hour in the gym with me is also a top priority.
 
Whether your goal is to improve your body composition and build strength, to compete in an event, or to learn how to exercise for longevity, I encompass extensive experience with a passion and dedication to creating success stories with my clients.

Qualifications

Bachelors in Kinesiology and Exercise Science
NCSF Certified Strength Coach
Barbell Rehab Method Certified
USA Weightlifting Level 1 Coach
Australia Powerlifting Level 1 Coach
AFPA Prenatal and Postnatal Fitness Specialist
Functional Training for Adaptive Athletes Certified
CHI Performance Nutrition Coach Level 1
BioLayne Nutrition Certification Level 2 TRX Certified
NETA Group Exercise Certified
NPC Natural Virginia Championship Bikini Champ
Arnold Australia Masters Bikini Champ

ARE YOU LOOKING TO DROP-IN?

We Would Love To Meet You!
WARNING! Class Sizes Are Limited.

If you would like to reserve a spot… Simply fill out the form below letting us know what day you might come by & one of our amazing coaches will reach out to you to reserve your class.

OUR DROP-IN RATES

$25 Per Class

FIND US AT
107 Chestnut St E,
Stillwater, MN 55082

(651) 413-7823

OUR PRICING IS SIMPLE

We Want To Offer You The PERFECT Membership For YouR NEEDS.

Simply fill out the form below and one of our amazing coaches will send you our current membership information.