Meet Your Team 

Crystal Demers

How long have you been with Simply Fit?
I’ve been here for 9 years, working with hundreds of women on their health journeys. Simply Fit isn’t just a gym — it’s truly a second home for me and so many others.

What certifications do you have?
I’m a NASM Certified Personal Trainer with a specialization in Corrective Exercise. I’m also ACE certified in Health Coaching and Nutrition, and I hold an AS in Exercise Science and a BS in Allied Health.

What inspired you to become a coach?
My own transformation! I once weighed 220 lbs and, after having two kids, I lost over 70 lbs. That journey taught me the power of hard work, and now I get to guide other women through their own.

What do you love most about Simply Fit?
The community. We lift each other up, celebrate results, and create an atmosphere of positivity and empowerment every single day.

What’s your #1 piece of advice for women just starting their fitness journey?

Start your fitness journey by prioritizing consistency and persistence over perfection. Remember it's not just the number on the scale, but your quality of life that matters. When you prioritize feeling better mentally, your physical body will follow behind you. 

What do you wish more women knew about fitness and health?

Health and fitness is so much more than just a number on the scale or the way your clothes fit. It's a way of life that allows you to flourish both mentally and physically. When supported by the right group of people and doing physical activities you enjoy , your results will naturally follow you. Understanding that your journey is different than everyone else's and health and fitness is not one size fits all. Not to mention , the benefits of strength training building muscle and boosting metabolism is especially important for women’s health .

What’s your go-to workout when you only have 20 minutes?

I love to do a tabata based workout that combines both strength and cardio based exercises! 

Do you have a favorite “comfort food” that you still enjoy guilt-free?

yesss! I love a good greek yogurt with a protein wafer bar sprinkled on top and maybe add a little bit of whip cream! feels like a desert!!! yum!

Outside of the gym, what do you love to do for fun or relaxation?

ewph! I love so many things!! I love getting and taking nature walks with my kids and dogs. I truly do love learning new things. So reading books whenever I have free time is alway a plus and just getting out and doing yard work or anything that allows me to be outside is so rewarding to me! 

How do you hope women feel when they walk into Simply Fit?

I love this question! My hope to make women feel right at home. I truly pride myself on a warm inviting and welcoming environment at Simply Fit. I know change is so hard and intimidating and can be very hard for many women to take their first step in the gym. I feel like the people you are around and the atmosphere you create is so detrimental to crushing your goals. There is nothing more rewarding to me than seeing women crush their goals, work so hard and share lots of laughs and jokes while they are doing it!!! Going to the gym is HARD for a lot of people and I want women to know that this is their safe place to be just who they are while conquering their health journey with like minded women around them. 

What’s the best success story you’ve witnessed at the gym?

Honestly, every success story is my favorite. it would be so hard to pinpoint just one. Every woman comes in with something that is so personal to them , whether it be weight loss goals, staying healthy so we may enjoy retirement one day , being able to get on and off the floor to play with their grandchildren, walking up a flight of stairs without holding onto handles or something as simple as just being strong enough to lift up the corner of the bed to tuck a sheet underneath. I have had women lose over 100 lbs and women who have gotten off of all their blood pressure/cholesterol medication. They are ALL so successful and I couldn't be more proud of each and every single woman who has stepped foot in SimplyFit and Crushed their goals! 

If a new member is nervous about starting, what would you say to her?

I would say it's great that she is nervous lol. That means she is embracing change and change is hard. But necessary for growth. The greatest things in life for ourselves are the things that we can't see and things that we need to make change for. I would hope that she would embrace that nervous feeling and know that it means some great changes are coming her way.