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Introducing the Best 45 Minutes of Your Day

Published February 2026

Meet Christine Christian, Owner/Operator of F45 Training Somerville! Christine opened F45 in 2023 with the guiding principle of fitness for everyone. Also a personal trainer and coach at the gym, Christine took a minute between classes to share why she’s proud to be a part of the Union Square community.

Before you dive in, see F45 in action here!


Tell us a little bit about F45!

We’re your best 45 minutes of the day—coach-led, structured, group training that blends strength, cardio, mobility and recovery. Fitness for everyone, no egos, no mirrors, just progress. Come for the sweat, stay for the community!

What inspired you to start a business? How did this feeling grow once you actually started your business?

I wanted to create something I could be proud of—something that improved lives and brought people together. I believed there was room for a fitness space that feels welcoming with high-energy for all levels and ages.  

After opening the studio, the motivation grew: every member win, every “I didn’t think I could do that,” and every new friendship formed in class made it bigger than a business—it became a platform for change and feeling a part of a community.

What aspect of your business makes you most proud to be a business leader in our community?

What makes me most proud is the community we’ve built: an inclusive, no-egos space where fitness truly feels like it’s for everyone. 

I love watching people walk in nervous and leave their first class feeling more confident, supported, and energized by the group around them. Seeing friendships form and members celebrate each other’s wins reminds me we’re not just running workouts, we’re building connection, confidence, and momentum together. And seeing our members grow stronger and get results.

How do you #LoveUnionSquare?

I #LoveUnionSquare because it’s built on the same values my studio is rooted in: community, resilience, and people showing up for each other. It’s a neighborhood where local businesses feel personal, familiar faces become friends, and there’s real pride in supporting what’s homegrown.

If you were to plan the perfect outing in Union Square, where would you go and what would you do?

I’d kick things off with an energizing group workout at my studio, then head out together for brunch—good food and great conversation. After that, I’d wrap it up with a stroll around Union Square, popping into local shops and soaking up the neighborhood vibe.

Do you have any fun facts that a customer might not know about you?

I’m not a spring chicken but I’m strong, fit, and still leveling up. Exercise is my medicine—it's how I defeat depression and protect my peace.

Is there anything else you think a Square customer would like to know?

We are locally owned and Somerville proud, not a big-box gym. We offer group exercise, 1:1 personal training, and real community. We’re also first-timer friendly: we’ll demo the moves, help you choose weights, and guide you every step—no guessing. Consistency over perfection: show up as you are because progress comes from small wins! 

Ready for the best 45-minutes of your day? Give us a try, 3 classes for $30.


Find F45 Training Somerville’s studio at 442 McGrath Highway and on Instagram here.