Stude Park, Houston

Camp Gladiator founder Ally Davidson’s childhood obsession with the outdoors and sports led her to pursue a degree in sports science. After her 2008 win on the TV show American Gladiators, Ally decided to share her love of fitness with the world at large. Camp Gladiator reflects Ally's passion for fitness in its mission, which espouses their desire "to positively impact the physical fitness and ultimately the lives of as many people as possible."

Davidson also leads boot camps in 10 U.S. cities, with each hosting multiple training locales. The upbeat staff of certified personal trainers lead patrons of all ages and fitness levels through four-week outdoor boot camps, earning Camp Gladiator Best Boot Camp Dallas 2014 from Dallas Observer, Best Boot Camp from Rare magazine in 2010, Best Outdoor Boot Camp 2012 from Austin Fit magazine, and placing them #643 on Inc.com's 2014 list of the 5000 fastest-growing private companies in America.