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A personal journey to community health vision By Mig Feuser / The Adair Progress A new locally owned fitness facility has opened its doors in Columbia, with a focus that goes beyond traditional workouts and aims to build a healthier community. Infinity Fitness & Wellness Center, founded by O'Shaughnessy Frazier and his wife, Shantila Rexroat Frazier, opened last Friday, though final preparations have faced some unexpected delays. Frazier said the opening timeline has been impacted by equipment issues tied to supply complications. "The equipment company that we purchased it from has sold the plates off of our equipment," Frazier said. "Mine's been paid for about a year now, and they were storing it for me. Now, since the tariffs hit, they couldn't get mine in from China, so they couldn't deliver it. That's pushed me behind opening a whole month because of that." O'Shaugnessy, after it worked out that all equipment arrived before the soft opening: "I'm very happy that it's worked out. We had a soft opening this morning. We've had a lot of community engagement, a lot of people in this morning. I think it's going to be a positive thing. I know it is for the community, and I'm just excited to see what we can do for Adair County here in the community." Despite the setback, Frazier said he is working to stay on schedule. "Barring no setbacks, we're still going for April 3rd," he said, noting that he is prepared to travel out of state to secure additional equipment if necessary. While the opening has presented challenges, the vision behind the facility has been years in the making. Frazier, a lifelong Adair County resident and Adair County High School graduate, said his passion for fitness grew out of a desire to improve his own health and avoid the medical issues that affected his family. "My mom and dad were both diabetics, and my mom had heart disease," he said. "For me to not go down that same path, I really just tried to get healthier." That personal commitment eventually led him into personal training, where he has spent more than 17 years helping others improve their health and maintain active lifestyles. "The health part is where it's at," Frazier said. "If you're healthy, you feel better and you live longer." He pointed to long-time clients as examples of the benefits of staying active. "I've got clients in their 80s that are still working out three days a week," he said. "If you stay active and keep yourself going, you feel a lot better." The new facility reflects that philosophy, with an emphasis on long-term wellness rather than short-term results. According to background information, Infinity Fitness & Wellness Center is designed as a 24-hour gym that focuses on strength, recovery, and consistency, while providing a welcoming environment for people of all fitness levels. Frazier said the goal is to create a space where individuals feel comfortable starting or continuing their fitness journey. "It ain't just a workout place," he said. "It's a wellness center to get people feeling better and healthier." The location of the facility was also carefully considered. After initially exploring other business opportunities, Frazier ultimately purchased land at the bypass near the local schools, creating a convenient setting for both students and faculty. "It really worked out well," he said. "It's a great location right here at the school. I think it's going to be a big boost to the community." Plans are already underway to partner with local schools and businesses by offering group wellness packages, further extending the center's reach into the community. Shantila Rexroat Frazier said the project represents more than just a business venture. "The studio is his lifelong dream," she said. "It's going to be a marvelous place for the community to come together." She emphasized that the facility is intentionally designed to foster both fitness and connection. "We're setting it up so that people can come and hang out and develop community under the roof here as well," she said. Rexroat Frazier, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and certified bungee fitness instructor, plans to offer a variety of classes, including low-impact options aimed at improving strength, balance, and confidence. "Bungee fitness is something fun we'll be adding," she said, along with additional cardio and group classes in the future. She noted that a key focus of the center will be supporting individuals at all stages of life, particularly older adults seeking to maintain mobility and independence. "There's going to be a focus on longevity and fitness through every decade of life," she said. That approach aligns with the center's broader philosophy of "wellness for life," which emphasizes sustainable habits, recovery, and a judgment-free environment. Amenities at the facility will include sauna therapy, red light therapy, and locker rooms with private showers, all designed to support recovery and overall well-being. Full article in the April 9 edition of The Adair Progress. This story was posted on 2026-04-22 08:52:42
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