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Before and after photo of Coastal Strength & Fitness member Kelli Damron, showing her fitness transformation with visible fat loss and increased muscle definition. Newport News group training gym.

Member Spotlight: Kelli Damron

March 28, 20252 min read

At Coastal Strength & Fitness, we believe fitness is about more than just lifting weights—it’s about building strength inside and out, showing up for yourself, and surrounding yourself with a community that helps you grow.

And that’s exactly what Kelli Damron brings to the 757 fitness scene.

Since joining us in January 2021, Kelli has become a strong, steady presence in the gym. Whether it's a sweaty Saturday Smackdown or an RDL-heavy strength day, she shows up ready to challenge herself—and encourages others to do the same.

Why She Joined Coastal

Kelli came to us with a clear goal: find a gym that supports both nutritional guidance and strength training. After spending time doing Krav Maga, running, and lifting at a previous gym, she knew the missing piece was a supportive environment where all the pieces came together.

And that’s exactly what she found at Coastal.

“What I like most about Coastal is the atmosphere. The members, the coaches—just being around people with similar goals and a passion for fitness and getting stronger.”

Her Results? Strength in Every Sense of the Word.

Since joining, Kelli has experienced powerful changes—physically and mentally.

  • Increased strength & endurance

  • Exercise-induced asthma in remission for 2 years

  • Greater mental growth and confidence

That last one? It's a big deal. Fitness isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about resilience, feeling strong in your own skin, and showing yourself what you’re capable of.

Her Favorite Training Day

“Call me crazy, but my favorite day is Saturday.”

We don’t think you’re crazy, Kelli—we love a good Saturday grind too. She thrives on pushing her endurance, challenging her heart rate, and kicking off the weekend with a solid sweat.

That said, RDL days are tied for the win. Lower body strength didn’t always come naturally to Kelli, but seeing her progress in moving heavy weight has made her feel strong and empowered—exactly what Coastal is all about.


⚡ Lightning Round with Kelli

  • Spirit Animal: Butterfly 🦋

  • Superpower (if she had one): End people’s pain 💙

  • Favorite Treat Meal: Hibachi steak and shrimp 🍤🥩


We're proud to have Kelli in the Coastal Strength & Fitness family. Her consistency, positivity, and commitment to growth make her a quiet force—and a reminder that strong looks different on everyone, but it always starts with showing up.


Want to see what Coastal can do for you?
Come experience the same supportive, results-driven environment that helped Kelli thrive.
👉Book Your Free No Sweat Intro Session

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Gary Deagle is the owner of Coastal Strength & Fitness, where he helps busy professionals build strength, improve mobility, and stay consistent with their health goals. As an Amazon #1 International Best-Selling Author, he wrote The Fitness Reset, a no-BS guide to breaking free from fitness confusion and creating sustainable results. With years of experience coaching real people, Gary simplifies fitness and nutrition so it fits into your life—not the other way around.

Gary Deagle

Gary Deagle is the owner of Coastal Strength & Fitness, where he helps busy professionals build strength, improve mobility, and stay consistent with their health goals. As an Amazon #1 International Best-Selling Author, he wrote The Fitness Reset, a no-BS guide to breaking free from fitness confusion and creating sustainable results. With years of experience coaching real people, Gary simplifies fitness and nutrition so it fits into your life—not the other way around.

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(757) 369-3807 | [email protected]

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COASTAL STRENGTH & FITNESS | 311 Bell King Road, Newport New, VA 23606 |

(757) 369-3807 |[email protected]

Voted Best Gym in Newport News