Justine Medina

What fuels your passion for health and fitness?

Fitness fuels me as a way to decompress, reset, and stay healthy in the midst of a busy life. It’s my time to release stress, build strength, and protect my well-being. More importantly, it allows me to lead by example. I want to show women—and especially my 13-year-old daughter—that caring for your body is powerful, not selfish, and that strength, confidence, and balance are something you build for life.

What’s your favorite way to train or stay fit?

My favorite way to train is mixing it up—strength training with weights at the gym and bodyweight calisthenics at home. I believe variety keeps workouts fun, effective, and sustainable. Setting realistic goals helps me stay consistent, and I make it a point to celebrate my own wins along the way. Fitness is a journey, and progress deserves to be recognized.

What would you do with $20,000?

I would use the $20,000 to bring my dream to life—opening a women’s-only gym designed specifically for women’s bodies and goals. With machines geared for women and classes that are fun, empowering, and unlike anything in my area, it would be a space where women feel confident, supported, and never judged. Every detail would focus on helping women feel strong, comfortable, and capable while reaching their fitness goals.