The Asylum Gym, Billings

What services does your business offer and what makes your business stand out from the competition?
The Asylum community is our strongest asset - you'll never meet a more diverse and supportive group of people. Whether you're a heavy lifter, love a fast paced conditioning class, or want the touch of a personal trainer, the community here will support and help drive you to your goals.

Exercise is challenging. How do you keep clients motivated and engaged?
We change it up! You'll never get bored as you choose the class schedule that suits you - utilize our in house dietitian's classes, work up a sweat in conditioning, learn a new skill with our barbell club, or relax during yoga.

What was the inspiration to start or run this business?
Asylum has two definitions: 1) an institution for crazy people, and 2) a safe haven. We encompass them both. We like to encourage people to try the things others will tell them are crazy, to chase goals they wouldn't alone. And then we offer them a safe place to do it, where they can belong.

What do you love most about your job?
When a person starts meeting physical goals, their entire life and perspective changes. It radiates out to their entire life - how they see themselves, how they react to situations. Watching that transformation happen, being able to be part of it, is the single best part of this place.