Hit the Mark Fitness is a results guaranteed group fitness program in Orange. “We help a lot of people regain their lives, their love for themselves, their love for fitness, and I like to think we are one of the best things in people’s lives,” says Founder Mark Gonzalez, with (from left) Zeny Bartolone, Jennifer Gonzalez and Pamela Kaa.

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Hit the Mark Fitness:
A Community Beyond Exercise

Founded by Mark Gonzalez, Hit the Mark Fitness (HTMF) celebrates 15 years in Orange.  The gym has grown from a small boot camp originally in the Woman’s Club to a thriving fitness hub on Tustin St., known for its unique blend of exercise and community spirit.

“Hit the Mark Fitness is a group fitness program that guarantees results, offering 45-minute workouts comprised of a variety of fat burning, strength training and endurance type exercises,” says Gonzalez.  “The workouts are led by a friendly and encouraging coach in a fun and enthusiastic manner and alongside a friendly, supportive and welcoming tribe of health-minded individuals.”

Participants of all ages and fitness levels exercise alongside supportive peers.  The average class size is 25, with several of the 45-minutes sessions available each morning and afternoon.

The gym’s philosophy extends beyond physical fitness.  “Fitness is the vehicle, but our objective is to have a positive impact in people’s lives daily,” Gonzalez explains.

This is reflected in the community formed at the gym, where members are more than just workout partners—they are friends and family.  Stories like that of Sara and Kyle Marko, who met at Hit the Mark Fitness, illustrate the deep connections formed at the gym.  They took their engagement photos there and named a child in tribute to HTMF.

Gonzalez, a kinesiology graduate from California State University, Fullerton, was inspired to create a space where people could better themselves through fitness.  HTMF has about 400 members, with their photos covering the gym’s walls.

Sharon Pultorak has been attending HTMF for 11 years and has since run three half marathons.  “My husband signed me up,” she says.  “I was 59 and going through menopause and was grouchy and fat.  I stuck with it and now I am 70.  It was the best gift he ever gave me and the best gift I gave myself by sticking with it.”

The staff, led by head trainer Zeny Bartolone, embodies the fast-paced energy and passion that Gonzalez has instilled in the gym.

“If you want to get back in shape, get in shape for the first time in your life, or experience a social group not centered around eating or drinking, our door is wide open for you,” says Gonzalez.

HTMF is offering readers $100 off any program, plus 50% off a month for mentioning this article (for new members).

Hit the Mark Fitness
636 North Tustin St., Orange, CA 92867  /  714-941-9590