Ultima Fitness members listen to 1980s music and Judy Duany’s instructions during a cycling class.
Popular Cycling Classes Keep Members Moving At Ultima Fitness Story and Photos by Jack Lowenstein
Ultima Fitness has been helping people in the Wellington area get and stay fit for more than 20 years. Along with its general exercise space, Ultima offers group classes led by more than 30 instructors. Among them is longtime Ultima staff member Judy Duany. As operations manager and group fitness director, Duany works to form and maintain relationships with Ultima’s membership. She also instructs a cycling course, and you will not find her on the sidelines when you get on a bike. She is exercising with the group, selecting the music that will propel the attendees into better shape. “We’re family owned, so you get a feeling of community here,” Duany said. “Friendships are developed here, so members share a common bond when they come in here. It’s more than just show up, do your thing and leave. Everybody is very encouraging and supportive of each other.” Duany is thoughtful when she says that anybody can
get on the exercise bike in her class and have fun. The class allows you to work at your own pace and capability. “All of our classes are pretty universal, meaning you are in control of your own bike,” Duany said. “You can adjust the tension freely, and you can make it as hard or as challenging as you like.” Duany uses music in all her classes as a catalyst for a positive workout experience. “Music is huge, and that’s pretty much what is going to make it or break it in a cycling class,” Duany said. “It’s going to be a long ride if it’s bad music.” She enjoys the family-oriented feel of the class. “Friendships continue out of the cycle room,” Duany wellington the magazine | july 2017
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