2025-11-18T21:39:35.231Z

Loved training for Hyrox at Fortify! I was training with a group of 8 women and all of us were completely new to Hyrox style workouts. Coach Marlow made it fun and approachable to work our butts off in our training sessions. On race day, there were no surprises. We knew how everything worked from the check-in process to the rules and strategies for each station. 10/10 would do this again! All any of us can talk about is "when do we get to start training at Fortify again?!"

2025-11-18T19:38:58.867Z

I can’t say enough great things about Fortify Fitness and Coach Marlow’s Hyrox training program! The variety of workouts kept everything engaging, and Marlow consistently went above and beyond to support us. He offered weekly in‑person sessions in the evenings to fit our group’s schedule, and hosted mindset calls that helped us connect the physical training with the mental side of competition. He even gave us at‑home workout options and patiently answered every question we threw his way (and trust me, we had a lot!).Our group was a bunch of complete Hyrox beginners—some of us even thought “Hyrox” meant “High Rocks” and a rock‑climbing competition—but Marlow never flinched. His encouragement and patience turned what could have been intimidating into something fun, inclusive, and surprisingly addictive.Thanks to his coaching and support, we not only felt prepared but actually enjoyed the process. If you’re considering Hyrox training, I’d highly recommend Fortify Fitness and Coach Marlow because if he can get us across that finish line smiling, he can train anyone!

2025-11-18T19:06:26.646Z

I have had a great experience at Fortify! Marlow coached a private weekly HYROX training session with check-in meetings for my group. I enjoyed learning from an experienced coach and we all felt prepared for our first HYROX after three months of training. I recommend this gym for anyone who wants to level up their training — Marlow is welcoming and his team is great, too.

2025-11-16T22:21:10.843Z

Top experience at Fortify. I haven’t enjoyed gyms in the past and was fortunate to work with a group of women training for Hyrox. Coach set us up for success. The workouts are fun and challenging, and there is community here. My husband has also joined the Fortify family. Game changing experience.

2025-11-11T13:31:29.749Z

2025-10-21T15:16:32.818Z

A welcoming community with workouts that can be scaled. Highly recommend.

2025-08-15T19:28:00.619Z

I recently started coming to Fortify after moving from Minneapolis to Waunakee. I’d been doing CrossFit for years and hoped to find another gym family in Wisconsin. I’m glad that Fortify focuses on community building and creating a supportive environment for its members. It celebrates the small wins just as much as the big ones. All abilities are welcomed and workouts are adjusted so you never feel like you can’t do it. Plus the coaches actually know your name and support you on your individual fitness journey.

2025-07-29T18:28:53.466Z

Absolutely love Fortify Fitness! It's the first gym I've found that genuinely feels like a tight-knit community that's welcoming, supportive, and full of good energy. For the first time ever, I'm actually looking forward to workouts instead of dreading them. Highly recommend giving this place a try; you'll feel right at home!

2025-06-09T20:25:25.349Z

I’ve been to 10+ CrossFit gyms and Fortify ranks at the top for me. The entire program is managed extremely well. It’s not an afterthought or a part-time gig, it’s a business with happy and well trained coaches, a reward and recognition system in place for members when they achieve milestones, a community of friends who workout together, and so much more. I felt like a part of as soon as I walked through the doors the first class and that welcoming culture has continued since.My hat is off to Marlow and the entire Fortify crew! You’ve got something special and I’m proud to call Fortify home!!

2025-06-02T15:15:20.380Z

Great trainers great people never feel like I’m an outsider like I do with my family

2025-03-22T14:12:08.972Z

I joined Fortify Fitness Collective this past October. I have never done cross fit before so this was a new experience for me and definitely out of my comfort zone. All the trainers at Fortify spent time with me to help me feel comfortable and have proper and safe form. The trainers are excellent and so knowledgeable. Fortify has an awesome community of people who are friendly , welcoming and everyone encourages each other. Members range from those with young families, singles, to older adults. I am amazed at the gains I have made in such a short period of time. I had been working out consistently at a local OTF for the past 2 years and having positive gains, but Fortify is taking me to the next level of my fitness. I am finally taping into the core strength I have been missing as well as correcting some muscle imbalances that I have. I am excited to see how I far I can take my level of fitness in the coming future. My goal is to be as strong as I can so I can enjoy and live life to the its fullest.Thank you Fortify !!!

2025-03-04T01:37:39.298Z

If CrossFit is what you’re looking for, this is the gym for you. Great coaches, and everyone is welcoming and supportive.

2025-01-14T17:09:52.049Z

2024-12-30T20:21:32.789Z

I’ve been a member at Fortify since the beginning. Marlow and his staff are top notch coaches. Each class is programmed and coached for great results. I highly recommend!

2024-12-30T16:01:42.717Z

💪Fantastic CrossFit gym and community! So happy I found Fortify when we moved to Madison, everyone is there to better themselves and super supportive. Coaches and facility/equipment are great as well. Tons of class times too which is a huge plus. 🏋️

2024-12-30T02:31:11.646Z

As nervous as I was to venture into CrossFit, joining this gym has turned into one of the best things I have done for myself. My strength and fitness continue to improve, and as a bonus I’ve found a community of amazing people! The coaches are very helpful, the other members are encouraging, and the workouts are varied. Fortify is a great gym!

2024-12-27T05:07:53.198Z

This is a great gym with great staff! Marlow was our coach, is very knowledgeable and did a great job of demonstrating each of the moves in the WOD. Can’t wait to try out the cold plunge on a future visit! Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a friendly and encouraging gym home!

2024-12-05T20:14:43.985Z

Joining Fortify Fitness has been an amazing experience! I was not a fan of group workouts but Fortify has changed my opinion of them! Marlow and his team are amazing and very knowledgeable and will do anything to help you reach your goals. I’ve been at Fortify for four years and I can’t say what a difference I feel! It not only helps you physically get into shape, but it’s amazing how it even helps you mentally become better. The atmosphere and people keep you coming back, even on the days you just don’t want to workout. Thank you Team Fortify Fitness!

2024-12-03T12:26:36.431Z

I joined Fortify because I was looking for a community of awesome people to workout with and that is exactly what I got! The workouts are always a good challenge and there are modifications if I’m not yet able to do a move. Everyone is so nice and welcoming and there to build each other up. I feel so lucky to have found Fortify!

2024-11-23T18:09:27.032Z

This place is awesome. It has such a supportive vibe (members and coaches) and it is so professionally run. I’m finally making some real strength gains after trying so many other things. Would highly recommend checking it out no matter where you’re at in your fitness journey!