Palm Desert – Indio, CA
Local Coachella Valley gym, EoS Fitness, announced its annual Submit Your Fit contest winners for 2025, honoring five extraordinary members whose commitment to health and wellness has powerfully changed their lives. The campaign spotlights EoS members’ strengths, struggles and wins. Their collective experiences inspire and empower others to embark on journeys of their own.
“Success is different for every individual and doesn’t come in one shape or size. Our annual Submit Your Fit competition is an amazing opportunity to celebrate the determination and willpower of our members, who are overcoming obstacles and achieving life-changing goals,” said Shilpi Sullivan, chief marketing officer, EoS Fitness. “From the welcoming and enthusiastic team members at the front desk greeting each member with a big smile to the personal trainers offering their expertise and encouragement, it is incredibly rewarding to witness our members persevere. Our 2025 winners remind us why we do what we do, have redefined what is possible and inspire all of us to grow and evolve.”
The Top Five Submit Your Fit Winners for 2025
After more than 904 submissions and over 6,700 votes, EoS proudly presents the top five winners of Submit Your Fit for 2025:
- First Place: David L. from Indio, California, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis following a long, multifaceted fitness career. With an unwavering determination to stay active and reach his goals, David continues to overcome hurdles physically, mentally and emotionally through the power of community and fitness.
- Second Place: Stevie D.A. from Fullerton, California, was tired of letting his weight hold him back from everyday activities. Once he made the conscious decision to make a positive change despite the obstacles that came along with it, his determination led him to reclaim his life and lose over 100 pounds.
- Third Place: Vladimira C. from Palm Desert, California, experienced a health scare that kicked-started her journey to become the best version of herself. Through persistence and exercising both her physical and mental strength, Vladimira was invigorated to take life head-on. She lost over 130 pounds and became the woman she’s always wanted to be.
- Fourth Place: Alexandra B. from Kendall, Florida, put her needs last when balancing parenting, work and academics, resulting in escalating health problems. Committed to making a lasting change in how she lives her life, Alexandra used exercise to regain control of her health, confidence, passion for life and the ability to enjoy her kids to the fullest.
- Fifth Place: Tanya B. from Lutz, Florida, hit her lowest point juggling all the responsibilities of being a working mother while feeling physically drained. She began her journey to reclaim her sense of self through fitness, feel recognized, inspire others and serve as an example of health, strength and self-care for her kids.
David Lyons of Indio
Vladimira Chavez, Palm Desert
Full stories of the top five winners are available at eosfitness.com/winners.
The complete list of gym-level winners is available at eosfitness.com/gym-level-winners.
Submit Your Fit Process and Awards
Each year, Submit Your Fit invites EoS members from across the country to share how fitness has helped them overcome obstacles, regain control of their lives and achieve new milestones. Submissions include before-and-after photos and motivating stories of physical, mental and emotional growth.
EoS team members select a gym-level winner from each location who advances to be a finalist in the national competition. The EoS community, including members, family and friends, determines the top five winners through a popular vote. This year’s top five winners received up to two years of free EoS membership and a bundle of Hyperice recovery products. All gym-level winners were awarded 10 EoS personal training sessions and a $100 gift card to continue their fitness journeys.
With more than 175 locations open or on the way, EoS continues to expand its footprint as the High Value. Low Price.® (HVLP) gym brand focused on access, innovation and community. For more information about EoS Fitness memberships or to join, visit eosfitness.com/join-now.
About EoS Fitness
EoS Fitness, a leader in the fitness industry with its High Value. Low Price.® (HVLP) gyms, is an inclusive and welcoming organization committed to empowering exercise practitioners of all experience levels. With more than 175 gym locations open and on the way in Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Nevada, Southern California, Texas and Utah, EoS Fitness is rapidly expanding. Providing serious fitness options, EoS Fitness offers the best equipment, high-energy workout classes, top-notch amenities, and extensive personal training options starting at just $9.99 per month. www.EoSfitness.com.