February Featured Member Marianne Hales
February Featured Member Marianne Hales is a quiet, steady presence in the RoughFit community whose consistency speaks volumes. Since joining in 2019, she has shown up for the 5:45 AM crew with dedication, growing stronger over time and proving that real progress comes from simply sticking with it. Balancing a busy career, family milestones, and early workouts, Marianne is a great example of quiet strength, resilience, and the power of showing up.
February’s Featured Member is someone many of you see every morning at 5:45… quietly putting in the work, never asking for attention, and steadily getting stronger week after week—Marianne Hales.
Marianne joined RoughFit in 2019 after a chance New Year’s Day encounter at Peet’s Coffee. She ran into Jodi, Judy, and Stephanie, who had just finished a hike, and encouraged her to try a class. That one conversation brought her to RoughFit, and she’s been a steady part of the 5:45 AM crew for the past seven years.
What keeps Marianne coming back is the structure, the variety, and the community. She also appreciates having a scheduled class to show up for and loves that the workouts are never the same. Her steady dedication and quiet strength create an inspiring example of the value of consistency and resilience.
Like many RoughFit members, those early days weren’t easy. Marianne remembers struggling to finish a “baby loop” when she first started. Now, she can run a “papa loop,” Showing that steady progress is possible—an encouraging reminder for others to keep going.
Waking up for a 5:45 class isn’t always easy, but Marianne says she has never once regretted finishing a workout. Starting her mornings at RoughFit sets the tone for her entire day, helping her feel focused, accomplished, and ready for whatever comes next.
What comes next is a big job and spearheading big family milestones. Marianne, as Creative Director for Behr Paint, manages a busy schedule while staying creatively engaged. At home, she and her husband are navigating the exciting (and slightly chaotic) season of planning two weddings, showing that balancing fitness, career, and family is possible with dedication.
At this year’s banquet, Marianne received the Quiet Conqueror award—a title that couldn’t describe her better. She shows up. She works hard. She improves steadily. And she does it all without fanfare, simply letting her actions speak for themselves.
Her advice for anyone just starting at RoughFit is simple and sincere:
“Just start. Stay consistent. You won’t regret it.”
Marianne, thank you for being such a steady, positive presence in our 5:45 community. Your quiet strength and consistency inspire more people than you probably realize, and we are so grateful you are part of the RoughFit family.
January Featured Member – Mishelle Shaw
January Featured Member Mishelle Shaw has been part of the RoughFit family for nearly 19 years, and her journey is a beautiful reflection of dedication, growth, and community. A home stager and floral designer with a heart for movement and connection, Mishelle has embraced everything from half marathons and triathlons to healthier nutrition habits, all with the encouragement of the RoughFit community she now considers family. Her story is a powerful reminder that with consistency, support, and a little grace, life-changing growth is possible.
We’re thrilled to kick off 2026 by spotlighting one of RoughFit’s longtime, deeply rooted members—Mishelle Shaw!
Mishelle has been staging homes for over 10 years and is also a talented floral designer, blending creativity and beauty into everything she does. When she’s not working, you’ll likely find her staying active—playing pickleball, gardening, or spending meaningful time with her high school girls at church. Movement and connection are clearly at the heart of her life.
Mishelle has been part of the RoughFit family for nearly 19 years. Her long-term commitment inspires pride and appreciation in the community, showing how dedication can shape a meaningful journey.
What keeps Mishelle coming back? The community. Over the years, the people of RoughFit have become like family, emphasizing the importance of connection and support in our shared journey.
Mishelle credits RoughFit with transforming her in unexpected ways. She never saw herself as a long-distance runner—until RoughFit encouraged and supported her through multiple half marathons and even triathlons. One of her most powerful moments came at the finish line of her very first half-marathon.
“I cried when I finished,” she shares. “It was the realization of what I could accomplish when I truly put my mind to something. That was huge for me.”
Her transformation didn’t stop there. Through encouragement and education at RoughFit, Mishelle made major changes to her nutrition—eliminating dairy, sugar, corn, and wheat—and has become a much healthier eater as a result. Her story can inspire others by showing how small, consistent changes can lead to significant health improvements. She describes the encouragement at RF as nonstop, extending far beyond workouts. Whether it’s fitness, nutrition, or life in general, she says the trainers genuinely want everyone to become the best version of themselves.
When asked about favorite RoughFit memories, Mishelle laughs—there are simply too many to choose from. Game days, races, Joshua Tree climbs, field days, mud runs, banquets, bike rides, Tuesday night run class, and even post-workout coffee (or tea) all hold a special place in her heart. These shared experiences fostered her sense of belonging and community, making her feel truly connected to the RoughFit family.
Her advice for anyone new to RoughFit is heartfelt and wise:
“Keep with it—this will literally change your life in more ways than you know. Give yourself grace. Ask lots of questions. Don’t compare your journey to anyone else’s. And remember—form is everything.”
Mishelle sums it up best in her own words:
“I have loved being part of these beautiful trainers’ and clients’ lives and could not imagine my life without you all.”
Mishelle, we are so grateful for your loyalty, your heart, and the example you set for this community. Thank you for nearly two decades of showing up, putting in the work, and being such an important part of the RoughFit family. 💙💪