Blood, Sweat, and Barre: Beth Anne and Ellen on Building Novo and Nurturing Community

Beth Anne Kennedy and Ellen Cobb didn’t just build a fitness studio — they built a community. In this episode, the sisters behind Novo Fitness share how a one-year lease, $1 classes, and a lot of late nights grew into one of Columbus’s most beloved local brands.

From balancing family and business to creating a culture where people feel they belong, Beth Anne and Ellen reveal how Novo became more than a place to work out — it became a movement rooted in connection, confidence, and care.