"Please open the gyms so we can start being secure in our own skin, have energy again, & become healthy & happy instead of fat, lazy, & having to squeeze into our clothes that fit before all of this happened. Give us our freedom back, as well as our health." — Taylor, Corning

"As a physical therapist, I am well aware of the benefits of physical activity as well as maintaining the safety & well being of my patients. It is imperative that my patients have access to safe & regulated facilities to support them..." — Christian, Pasadena #Exercise4All

"...prior to COVID, I lost 40 pounds and made a lot of strength gain. Sadly because the gyms have closed I have lost some of that. Exercise makes me feel good...The gyms take great precautions to keep clean - they always have - even before COVID! — Shelly, Lakeside #Exercise4All

"The California Safe Fitness Plan, if implemented, would represent the most stringent requirements in the country, while still providing critical access for fitness." Richard Carmona, former U.S. Surgeon General, discusses reopening CA indoor fitness. exerciseisessential4all.com/2021/01/26/her…

"As someone who is physically disabled and has the limited ability to do many exercises at home, this is basically my only way of getting my daily exercise. Without Planet Fitness, I wouldn’t have the resources to stay fit and healthy." — Nick, Yuba City #Exercise4All

"As an essential worker, the gym was my happy place after work where I could de-stress in a healthy way. The gym is a coping skill for so many people and it would be in the best interest of the population's mental health to reopen them as soon as possible." — Leanne, Pomona

"My only shower is at the gym. The gyms are the best places to get clean. They also provide me with mental and physical health in these difficult times. Everyone at the gym practices COVID precautions. Please reconsider what is actually good for the community." — Paul, Eureka

"As person who has been overweight for most of my adult life, my fitness has been very important to me as I had weight loss surgery and its a dire need for me to continue to exercise to keep my weight off!" — Lori, Lancaster

"Being able to workout at my gym has been so great for my physical and emotional health. When I do not have access my gym due to the shutdowns it has a negative impact on my health." — Cameron, Roseville #Exercise4All

"We are Army soldiers; part of our duties are always to stay physically and mentally fit. Without the gyms, that task is made more difficult than what it already is. It also helps us with our mental health which is very important." —Jonas & Clarissa, Los Angeles #Exercise4All

"As a retired CHP officer, it's essential I stay healthy not only mentally but physically. People that live a healthy lifestyle will adhere to the rules, especially in this new year. People are searching for a positive outlet..." — Stacy, Huntington Beach #exercise4all

"As an Army veteran diagnosed with not only PTSD but Multiple Sclerosis, going to my local fitness center has improved my physical fitness and made my MS disorder easier to bear...it has also assisted me with my immense depression." —Adriana, Red Bluff

"As a respiratory therapist..I understand & stress to my patients the vital importance of physical fitness for a strong immune system, mental wellness, & overall health...it is more than appropriate if not imperative for these essential businesses to open..." — Carlos, Tulare

"As a lifetime career firefighter we need to be able to work out both on & off duty. We utilize our local gyms to be able to stay physically fit and ready to assist the public during emergencies... gyms are essential and vital to our physical and mental well being." —Jeff, Corona

"As an asthmatic it''s critical that I have an indoor place to do cardio to keep my lungs healthy. Without healthy lungs I am more at-risk of COVID-19. Let us workout and stay healthy!!" — Melanie, Huntington Beach #Exercise4All #ExerciseIsEssential

"Governor Newsom, please reopen fitness centers because exercise creates good health to keep our immune system stronger." — Floyd, Modesto #Exercise4All #ExerciseIsEssential #EssentialExercise

"I struggle with anxiety & depression and the gym is a place I feel most comfortable and where I know my depression and anxiety can be controlled. It’s been a huge part of my life and my recovery, it keeps me stable and has helped me progress for 25 years." — Francesca, Salinas

"Being able to workout in a clean gym has helped my quality of life immensely as I was starting to decline in my health until the gym... and I was so grateful for it. I am advocating for all gyms that are able to follow the Covid-19 protocols to stay open." — Lauren, Chico

"We need to open our gyms to sustain the overall health and well-being of those struggling with depression, anxiety, cardiovascular issues and obesity to name just a few. Our gyms practice safety and have our best interest in mind but yet they remain closed." —Melinda, Sacramento

"The 1 hour a day I gave to myself to focus on my health, my own form of therapy...Made me a better mom. I could focus on my kids more and not be stuck in my head, on my anxiety or depression. The gym is my outlet. The gym is my therapy." — Nancy, Huntington Beach #Exercise4All