New Year, Same You — Just a Little More Powerful

Written By Stephanie Schwartz

By Steph, Owner of The Underground

January has a way of making us feel like we need to flip our entire lives upside down overnight.

New routine. New body. New habits. New everything.

At The Underground phoenix, we’re not really into that.

We don’t believe you need a brand-new version of yourself to show up in January. We believe the version of you that walked through our doors last year — tired, busy, motivated, inconsistent, strong, human — is already more than enough.

This year isn’t about becoming someone else.
It’s about becoming more you — just a little stronger, a little more confident, and a little more in tune with your body.

Let’s Talk About the Pressure (Because It’s Real)

Every New Year comes with expectations:

  • Go harder.

  • Don’t miss a day.

  • Push past your limits.

  • Sweat more. Eat cleaner. Do better.

But here’s the thing — pressure doesn’t build consistency. Momentum does.

And momentum starts small.

It starts with:

  • One class on your calendar - mat pilates, cycle, yoga

  • One choice to show up when you didn’t feel like it

  • One workout that leaves you feeling better, not defeated

That’s why everything we do at The Underground is designed to meet you where you are — not where Instagram says you should be.

Consistency > Intensity (Always)

You don’t need to take class every day.
You don’t need to “go all out.”
You don’t need to be perfect.

What you do need is something you can come back to.

Our fitness classes are built for real life:

  • Some days you’ll feel strong and fired up

  • Some days you’ll modify, take breaks, and breathe

  • All of it counts

Showing up consistently — even imperfectly — is where the magic happens.

A Reminder From Us (Read This Twice)

You are not behind.
You are not starting over.
You are not failing if you miss a week.

Progress doesn’t disappear — it waits for you.

Every time you come back, you’re building something stronger than motivation: trust in yourself.

What We Hope for You This Year

More movement that feels good.
More strength that surprises you.
More confidence — inside and outside the studio.
Less pressure.
Less comparison.
More joy in the process.

And maybe a little sweat along the way 😉

If January is your fresh start, we’re so glad you’re here.
If it’s just another month and you’re easing back in — we’re just as glad.

Either way, you belong here.

We’ll meet you on the mat, the bike, or wherever you need us most.

Same you. Just a little more powerful.

— Steph
Owner, The Underground

Stephanie Schwartz