Member Spotlight: Jennifer Grooms
Every ride tells a story—and this week, we shine the spotlight on Jennifer Grooms, known on the Echelon leaderboard as "Metalmom." Her story is one of resilience, recovery, and finding strength through community. From starting her fitness journey during the pandemic to making an extraordinary recovery after breaking her ankle at 51, Jennifer is living proof that consistency—and the right support—makes all the difference.
Leaderboard Name: Metalmom
Q&A with Jennifer
Q: Who is your favorite instructor?
A: Jama Oliver
Q: How did you get started with Echelon?
A: I heard a commercial on satellite radio and thought adding the bike during Covid was a great idea.
Q: What is your favorite part about the Echelon Community?
A: Being able to add workouts in to my telework days.
💡 Echelon Tip: If you’re juggling remote work, try Echelon FitPass for off-equipment classes like yoga, strength training, and meditation—perfect for midday resets.
Q: How has Echelon impacted your life?
A: I have lost weight put more importantly I've managed to recover from a broken ankle at 51. My physical therapist said I impressed him by recovering better than some of his patients who were half my age. He attributed it to my workout routine.
🦵 Pro tip: Building strength post-injury? Low-impact workouts on the Echelon Connect Bike and targeted strength training with Echelon Reflect can help you safely rebuild.
Q: What keeps you motivated?
A: Being able to see my growth. I'm lifting heavier than, plank longer and am even able to do one Bulgarian split squats and one legged dead lifts on my bad ankle.
Q: What tips do you want to share with other members to achieve their fitness goals?
A: Keep coming back when you first start and before you know it you will be looking forward to your workouts. I like to plan mine out at the beginning of the week and add them to the calendar on my phone.
Q: What makes Echelon different than our competitors?
A: The instructors are super motivating and feel like friends.
Jennifer's journey truly shows that fitness is all about the ride, not just the finish line. Her dedication, resilience, and the awesome support from the Echelon community have not only helped her crush some amazing physical goals but also inspire everyone around her. We're so excited to celebrate all of Jennifer's achievements and can't wait to see what incredible things she does next!
Whether you're just starting out or bouncing back from a setback, Jennifer’s journey proves that every step counts. Her transformation wasn’t overnight—but her results are lasting.
