Meet Blair Dykes, a passionate Personal Trainer and Club Ambassador at HiTone Fitness in South Congaree, whose journey into fitness began after overcoming a series of injuries from her years as a competitive dancer. “After fighting injuries while dancing, I found weightlifting, and it gave me strength, confidence, and a whole new outlook on what my body could do,” she shares. That experience led Blair to become both a bodybuilder and, eventually, a personal trainer dedicated to helping others find their own strength. What Blair loves most about her job is seeing people fall in love with the process of transformation. “I love seeing people get excited about making changes and really finding a love for lifting,” she says. For her, watching members grow more confident and empowered through strength training is the most rewarding part of what she does. Blair understands that many members walk into the gym feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about where to begin. To help, she takes a whole-person approach to coaching. “I don’t just focus on the workout,” she explains. “I take time to understand what’s going on in their lives outside the gym so I can better support them where they are.” Through her empathetic, thoughtful, and empowering coaching style, Blair helps every member build not only physical strength but also the confidence and resilience to thrive.