Winter weather is finally here to stay, and at a Fitness Together® studio, the personal trainers are on your team through every step of your fitness journey. No matter what mother nature throws at you, a Fitness Together team is with you to help you feel your best. If you’re having a tough time staying active during the winter months, you’re not alone. American adults are 31% less active during the winter months.

Naturally enough, when I talk with someone on the phone or sit down with them for the first time, the subject of goals comes up.  The conversation always starts a certain way but often ends up much differently than how it started:  Me:  “What are your goals?  What are you looking to accomplish?”  Client:  “I want to lose weight,...

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, peeled and diced 2 stalks celery, diced 1 small turnip, peeled and diced (optional) 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced 1 cup butternut squash, peeled and diced 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice 1 teaspoon dried...

No Bake Protein Balls Recipe These little morsels will keep you fueled for holiday errands, pick you up during that workday afternoon lull, and are the perfect combination of yummy and healthy for the holiday party treat table.     Ingredients: 1 cup of oats 2/3 cup coconut flakes 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/2 chocolate chips (get the mini) 1/3 cup...

Everything You Need to Know to Get Set for Success

You already know that you feel best when you eat whole foods and stick to a nutrition plan that works for you, but it can be hard to stay on track sometimes–especially when life gets hectic. At a Fitness Together® studio, the team is there to support you! Everyone is in this together, and the personal trainers are excited to help you boost your wellness, no matter where you’re starting.

The apple-cinnamon combo is one of my favorite fall flavors. Here’s an easy to whip, healthier apple-crumble recipe. This makes one big serving that you can share, or save the other half for the next day! Ingredients: -1 Fuji Apple, chopped (any kind of apple will work) -Cinnamon spice -Ginger spice -Nutmeg -Dash of salt -1/2 TBSP Coconut (melted)   For...

Makes a great lunch option and can be easily packed up to bring to work. Ingredients: Sauce    3 tbsp hoisin sauce    3 tbsp Thai sweet chili sauce    3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce    2 tbsp sriracha (more or less to taste)    1 tsp sesame oil    2 tbsp olive/avocado or vegetable oil    1 tbsp...

If you’ve been able to hold onto that January motivation long-term, that’s fantastic (really). If your motivation has waned and you’ve found it tough to stick to those ideals that seemed so simple in the beginning of the year, you’re not alone–and we’ve got the tips you need to set habits that stick

A quick one pan meal perfect for this end of summer heat wave. Ingredients: For the shrimp: 2 tbs olive oil 1lb shrimp raw, peeled, and deviened 4 garlic gloves, minced Salt to taste 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes For the rice: 2 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1 cup jasmine rice Salt to taste 2 tbsp fresh lime juice 15oz black beans 1/2...

Wearable fitness trackers can be a great tool, depending on how you use them. Understanding the pros and cons of wearing a fitness tracker can help you decide whether using one is the right fit for you.