Happy 5-Year Anniversary Craig and Lydia

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Here is what Lydia had to say about their last 5 years here at CT Workout….

5 years ago today at 7:00am we walked thru the doors of CT Workout for the very first time… we were NOT “Gym People”. To be honest, we were a little reluctant about starting. We had not really exercised in years and were afraid that we might not be able to keep up, but we did what we could.

We met some great people that first year. Lauren Hockla Linda Derick Lesley-Anne Smith Robin Graham Soltys Michael Gallon Susan Dang Alissa Johnston-Quigley. That 7am group formed friendships that still stand today even though some of our initial group had to leave for various reasons.

Even though we “gave it our all” 3 mornings a week, we didn’t really change the way we ate and drank. We tried to prove Ben Petitpas wrong when he said “you can’t out train a bad diet “. We really thought the workout alone would be enough. But the fact is, Ben, you were right, you can not out train a bad diet. Once we wrapped our heads around that, everything changed for us.

You see the ads on TV for that chain gym that calls themselves the “Judgement Free Zone”. CTWorkout is the REAL judgement free zone.
We all do what we are capable of, and we all do it in the most supportive way.

The CTWorkout program has been the best investment that we have made in ourselves. We are stronger, leaner, much better versions of ourselves. We feel 40 again. CT Workout has changed our lives. Thank you Ben and all of the coaches at CT Workout in Newington. We’re looking forward to the next 5 years!!
Lydia and Craig.

About the author 

Coach Ben

Coach Benjamin Petitpas, CSCS, CPT
Founder & Head Coach, CT Workout

With a degree in Exercise Science from Springfield College and over 25 years of hands-on coaching experience, Benjamin Petitpas has dedicated his career to helping busy adults in Central Connecticut look better, move better, and feel better. As a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), he specializes in guiding men and women over 40 who have spent years putting others first—whether it’s family, work, or daily responsibilities—and are finally ready to prioritize their own health.

Coach Ben understands the unique challenges of the busy parent juggling schedules, the professional with long workdays, or the individual who’s tried every fad diet and big-box gym without success. His approach blends expert programming, accountability, and a supportive community so clients not only see results but build habits that last.

For Coach Ben, fitness isn’t about quick fixes or extremes—it’s about helping everyday people regain their confidence, energy, and strength so they can live life fully, without limitations.

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