Find Your Fitness, At and Around Ponder

Looking to make movement a priority in your lifestyle? Good news: Ponder presents tons of strong choices (pun intended) to meet your fitness goals—whether you’re training for a marathon or simply seeking to improve your quality of life and find a few endorphin boosts along the way.

By the end of 2026, Ponder will feature on-site fitness opportunities galore. From a 24/7 gym with all the bells and whistles—think treadmills, ellipticals, bikes, rowers, cable machines, dumbbells and more—to a yoga lawn, pickleball courts and 4 miles of trails, there are plenty of ways to get moving right in your backyard, not to mention the lineup of trails and parks located just minutes away.

And while you’re anticipating Ponder’s debut, here’s a lineup of four places to sweat it out nearby!

East Wake Fitness Center
Locally owned and conveniently situated in Zebulon, East Wake Fitness Center is poised to meet you wherever you are in your fitness journey. Along with the usual gym equipment, the center offers nutrition coaching, personal training, group fitness classes and more. After your workout, head over to see the massage therapist or visit the sports drink and supplement bar.

24/7 Fitness Club
24/7 Fitness Club is a gym designed for people of all experience levels. True to its name, the gym’s around-the-clock availability lets members work out anytime that fits their schedule. Located in Zebulon, the club offers personal training and a kids’ zone staffed by CPR-certified professionals. After your workout, stop by the Club Cafe for a snack and a chance to connect with fellow members.

Ritch’s Gym
Ritch’s Gym is a 24-hour gym located in Wendell that offers personal training, 30-minute rotational classes and reformer Pilates. Family memberships are available, and all memberships include free access to its daily rotational classes. With a keyless entry and even an on-site barbershop, Ritch’s Gym might just have it all.

Treelight Square

Less than 10 miles from Ponder is Treelight Square, where you can find popular fitness studios like Fitness Collab and Club Pilates. And be sure to treat yourself with a massage at Elements or yummy treat from Tropical Smoothie Cafe after all your hard work! 

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Ponder is a new home community located just 20 miles from downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the U.S.