---
title: Client Stories | NEXO Fitness Solutions | Hilary Achauer (2)
description: Hilary is a renowned fitness business writer, marketing content writer, and journalist. She’s written content for start-ups, entrepreneurs, executive coaches, wellness providers, gyms, and for CrossFit. (2)
---

[info@nexoins.com](mailto:info@nexoins.com)

[310-937-2007](tel:3109372007)

[Login](https://nexo-production.herokuapp.com/login) <https://www.facebook.com/nexofit/> <https://www.instagram.com/nexoinsurancesolutions/> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/nexo-insurance-services-inc./>

<https://www.nexofit.com/>

- [About Us](https://www.nexofit.com/about-us/)
- Services 
    - [Gym & Studio Insurance Protection](https://www.nexofit.com/service/insurance-protection/)
    - [Alternative Balance](https://nexofit.com/insurance/alternativebalance/)
    - [Insurance for Infant Swimming Resource](https://www.nexofit.com/service/isr-instructors)
    - [Marketing Services](https://www.nexofit.com/marketing-services/)
    - [Background Checks](https://www.backgroundsonline.com/nexo)
    - [Free Injury Reporting](https://www.nexofit.com/service/free-injury-reporting/)
    - [Insurance Renewal Reminder](https://resources.nexofit.com/insurance-renewal-reminder)
- [Client Deals](https://app.nexofit.com/member-benefits)
- [Brokers](https://www.fitnessnexo.com/)
- [Affinity Programs](https://nexofit.com/affinity-programs/)
- Resources 
    - [Blog](https://blog.nexofit.com/)
    - [Client Stories](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories)
    - [Ebooks](https://resources.nexofit.com/ebooks)
    - [Gym Insurance Podcast](https://resources.nexofit.com/it-depends-podcast-interviews-eric-reingen)
    - [Fitness Insurance by NEXO](https://resources.nexofit.com/fitness-insurance-by-nexo-interview)
    - [Business Insurance: What You Need To Know](https://www.nexofit.com/business-insurance-what-you-need-to-know/)
- [Claims Center](https://www.nexofit.com/claims-center/)
- [Contact](https://www.nexofit.com/contact-us/) 
    - [Support](https://support.nexofit.com/)

[Apply Today](https://resources.nexofit.com/fitness-wellness-and-isr-instructors-insurance-applications)

## Client Stories

1. [Home](https://www.nexofit.com/)
2. Client Stories

[![Bringing CrossFit to Schools](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2025/22-Organizaci%C3%B3n-de-Amigos-Bringing-CrossFit-to-Schools.jpg)](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/bringing-crossfit-to-schools)

- by Hilary Achauer
- November 18, 2025

#### [Bringing CrossFit to Schools](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/bringing-crossfit-to-schools)

> *How Jessie Dudley-Rangel founded Organización de Amigos to provide free, after-school based fitness to students in Oregon.*

[![Building Community Through Fitness](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2025/21-building-community.jpg)](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/building-community-through-fitness)

- by Hilary Achauer
- October 16, 2025

#### [Building Community Through Fitness](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/building-community-through-fitness)

> *How the Power Monkey Educational Foundation provides access to a transformative experience.*

[![A Summer Camp for Fitness Enthusiasts](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2025/21-Power-Monkey-Camp-group.jpg)](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/a-summer-camp-for-fitness-enthusiasts)

- by Hilary Achauer
- September 19, 2025

#### [A Summer Camp for Fitness Enthusiasts](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/a-summer-camp-for-fitness-enthusiasts)

> *How Power Monkey Camp became a hub of community and expert instruction.*

[![A Gym for Everyone: How The OUT Foundation Works to Make Fitness More Inclusive](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2025/20-OUT-Foundation.jpg)](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/a-gym-for-everyone-how-the-out-foundation-works-to-make-fitness-more-inclusive)

- by Hilary Achauer
- August 19, 2025

#### [A Gym for Everyone: How The OUT Foundation Works to Make Fitness More Inclusive](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/a-gym-for-everyone-how-the-out-foundation-works-to-make-fitness-more-inclusive)

> *How the OUT Foundation is breaking down barriers in the fitness industry by creating inclusive, affirming spaces where LGBTQ+ individuals can access movement, wellness, and community without fear or discrimination.*

[![More Than Workouts: How Denyse Ute is Helping Combat Chronic Disease](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2025/19-more-than-workouts.jpg)](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/more-than-workouts-how-denyse-ute-is-helping-combat-chronic-disease)

- by Hilary Achauer
- July 21, 2025

#### [More Than Workouts: How Denyse Ute is Helping Combat Chronic Disease](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/more-than-workouts-how-denyse-ute-is-helping-combat-chronic-disease)

> *Denyse Ute is committed to removing barriers to health and fitness for the people of the Wind River Reservation.*

[![Bringing Fitness and Wellness to the Tribal Communities](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2025/18-Intertribal-Fitness.jpg)](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/bringing-fitness-and-wellness-to-the-tribal-communities)

- by Hilary Achauer
- June 23, 2025

#### [Bringing Fitness and Wellness to the Tribal Communities](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/bringing-fitness-and-wellness-to-the-tribal-communities)

> *How Denyse Ute is working to improve the health of her tribal community.*

[![Finding Success Through Tenacity and Flexibility](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2025/17-Finding-Success.jpg)](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/finding-success-through-tenacity-and-flexibility)

- by Hilary Achauer
- May 27, 2025

#### [Finding Success Through Tenacity and Flexibility](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/finding-success-through-tenacity-and-flexibility)

> *How Pep Mendez and his business partner adapted their kids’ obstacle course training business to meet the needs of the community.*

[![Building Mental Strength in Kids: How Obstacle Training Benefits the Body and Mind](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2025/16-Warrior-Kids-Academy.jpg)](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/building-mental-strength-in-kids-how-obstacle-training-benefits-the-body-and-mind)

- by Hilary Achauer
- April 25, 2025

#### [Building Mental Strength in Kids: How Obstacle Training Benefits the Body and Mind](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/building-mental-strength-in-kids-how-obstacle-training-benefits-the-body-and-mind)

> *Pep Mendez never set out to create an obstacle-based gym for kids.*

In fact, in 2017 he wasn’t involved in the fitness industry at all. Back then, Pep owned a production company with his childhood best friend, Dave Foreman, an attorney. One of their clients asked Pep and Dave to create content for a company that sold endurance supplements, and as part\[...\]

[![An Unconventional Path to Success](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2025/15-unconventional-path-to-success.jpg)](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/an-unconventional-path-to-success)

- by Hilary Achauer
- March 19, 2025

#### [An Unconventional Path to Success](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/an-unconventional-path-to-success)

> *How Katie Davis built a thriving business on her own terms.*

Not all successful businesses start out with a detailed plan and wild ambition.

Katie Davis initially launched [Clear Grace Strength](https://www.cleargracestrength.com/), a female-focused strength and conditioning gym located in Lincoln, Illinois, as a side gig in 2020, not sure if she wanted to turn it into something bigger. 

\[...\]

[![Helping Women Discover a Lifetime of Athleticism](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2025/14-helping-women-discover-a-lifetime-of-athleticism.jpg)](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/helping-women-discover-a-lifetime-of-athleticism)

- by Hilary Achauer
- February 12, 2025

#### [Helping Women Discover a Lifetime of Athleticism](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/helping-women-discover-a-lifetime-of-athleticism)

> *How Katie Davis turned her postpartum struggles into a new career centered around training women of all ages.*

When Katie Davis got pregnant for the first time in 2016, she had been doing CrossFit for about a year. A hairstylist in her small central Illinois town, Katie loved attending group classes at her local gym and she enjoyed the feeling of\[...\]

## Stories navigation

[Older stories](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/author/hilary-achauer/page/3)

[Newer stories](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/author/hilary-achauer/page/1)

Fill out a short form to contact us with your questions or to receive a customized quote.

##### Recent Stories

- [![Why Gyms Should Add Adaptive Fitness Programs](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2026/29-ATA_Why-Gyms-Should-Support-Adaptive-Programs.jpg) Why Gyms Should Add Adaptive Fitness Programs](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/why-gyms-should-add-adaptive-fitness-programs)
  
  September 17, 2026
- [![Fitness for All: How The Adaptive Training Academy Makes Fitness More Accessible and Inclusive](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2026/29-ATA-making-fitness-more-accessible.jpg) Fitness for All: How The Adaptive Training Academy Makes Fitness More Accessible and Inclusive](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/fitness-for-all-how-the-adaptive-training-academy-makes-fitness-more-accessible-and-inclusive)
  
  August 17, 2026
- [![Fitness For a Cause](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2026/28-CrossFit-Lake-Effect_row-for-dough.jpg) Fitness For a Cause](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/fitness-for-a-cause)
  
  July 15, 2026
- [![CrossFit Lake Effect: A Different Kind of CrossFit Gym](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2026/28-CrossFit-Lake-Effect_success.jpg) CrossFit Lake Effect: A Different Kind of CrossFit Gym](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/crossfit-lake-effect-a-different-kind-of-crossfit-gym)
  
  June 15, 2026
- [![How FitWell Foundation Makes Fitness Accessible to People of all Abilities](https://blog.nexofit.com/hubfs/blog%20images/Client%20Stories/2026/27-FitWell-Foundation-Make-Fitness-Accessible.jpg) How FitWell Foundation Makes Fitness Accessible to People of all Abilities](https://blog.nexofit.com/client-stories/how-fitwell-foundation-makes-fitness-accessible-to-people-of-all-abilities)
  
  May 18, 2026

#### Our Services

- [Gym And Studio Insurance Protection](https://www.nexofit.com/service/insurance-protection/)
- [Background Checks](https://www.backgroundsonline.com/nexo)
- [Free Injury Reporting](https://www.nexofit.com/service/free-injury-reporting/)
- [Insurance Renewal Reminder](https://resources.nexofit.com/insurance-renewal-reminder)
- [ISR Instructors](https://www.nexofit.com/service/isr-instructors)
- [Alternative Balance](https://nexofit.com/insurance/alternativebalance/)
- [Affinity Programs](https://nexofit.com/affinity-programs/)

#### Newsletter

Sign up for valuable information delivered to your email for additional help on protecting and growing your business.

#### About Us

We are a dedicated team of passionate individuals helping community-owned businesses with their biggest challenge - finding affordable and comprehensive insurance. With over 15 years in business, our clients know they are in good hands with us.

- [111 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 325 Manhattan Beach, CA 90266](https://www.google.com/maps?q=111+N.+Sepulveda+Blvd.,+Suite+325+Manhattan+Beach,+CA+90266&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiU_ffYx4nqAhXCu54KHQBKBr4Q_AUoAXoECAwQAw)
- [info@nexoins.com](mailto:info@nexoins.com)
- [310-937-2007](tel:3109372007)

© 2026 Nexo Fitness Solutions | All Rights Reserved

- [Privacy Policy](https://www.nexofit.com/privacy-policy/)
- [Terms of Service](https://www.nexofit.com/terms-of-service/)