The story behind VTLZR
Built from what changed my own life
VTLZR started with a simple belief: fitness can change far more than your body.
Running and lifting have always been outlets for me—ways to build discipline, move through difficult seasons, challenge my limits, and feel more alive.
I wanted to create a place where other people could experience that same transformation without having to do it alone. What began as a way to bring a few like-minded people together has grown into a community of more than 400 athletes across Hoboken, Jersey City, and beyond.
The goal has never been to create the fastest or strongest group in the room. It’s to create an environment where people feel challenged, supported, and capable of more than they thought possible.
— Derek Morgen
Founder, VTLZR
