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When Opportunity Knocks, Danvers Woman Buys a Gym
The Gym Downtown in Hamilton is a dream come true for a Danvers couple who followed their instincts and passion into business ownership.
Deborah McDermott is a self described fitness nut. Folks around Danvers may know the McDermott family from town sports like baseball and flag football, where dad and Danvers native Jeff helps coach his boys; or they may recognize wife Debbie, originally from Topsfield, as the Fitness Instructor at the Danvers YMCA has taught for many years, and can be seen warming up small groups during walks as part of her personal trainer vocation. The new co-owner of The Gym Downtown in Hamilton, reflected on the path that brought her to the fitness industry. The former dancer, Masconomet Regional High School cheerleader and accomplished sprinter noted that, while sitting still is not one of her strong points, it was precisely where she found herself …
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