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Eat to Compete: Nutrition Basics for Runners/triathletes

Posted: 04/11/2012

 Many serious runners and triathletes are looking for that “edge” that will translate into better race times. While some supplements and sports products have their place in the training regimen; most products will not provide the athlete with the winning formula. In fact, most of the top racers succeed because of two main ingredients: quality training fueled...

Fit BODY: Fit BRAIN

Posted: 04/11/2012

Can’t remember where you parked the car or if you unplugged the coffee pot? Worried that as you age, your memory and cognitive skills will deteriorate? Never fear—a regular exercise routine will strengthen your brain as well as your muscles! New research shows that even older adults who are physically active have a reduced risk of developing many forms of dementia....

Why You Can't Lose Fat In The Places You Want

Posted: 03/30/2012

Where Does Fat Disappear First?Do you find when you lose weight it disappears from the places you want to stay big? Yet seems to stay attached to the places you really want to slim down? HINT: Spot reduction is a myth.There Are 2 Kinds of FatWe have adipose tissue all over the body. This tissue is made of adipocytes (fat cells) whose sole job is to store energy in the form of...

Small Group Personal Training

Posted: 08/08/2011

Fitness Together is now conducting group training in our studios. We are really excited to bring a whole new level of workouts to complement our 1 on 1 format. The groups will be no more than 4 and will be conducted in one of our private rooms. There will monthly pricing options to fit any budget. A full meal plan is included with any PACK training membership so you can learn...

Coming Soon!!! Small Group Training

Posted: 05/17/2011

Now All Together!We are very pleased to announce that we have recently expanded from our foundation of 1:1 training to also offer more affordable private group training, with monthly pricing. Whether you sign up with a partner or other friends or you simply come in on your own, you can work within a small group and a personal trainer to get a complete program of resistance, cardio...

Baked Sweet Potato Fries Recipe

Posted: 03/14/2011

Baked Sweet Potato Fries Recipe4 small sweet potatoes, washed and cut into thin "sticks"1 tablespoon canola oilSalt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika, to tasteCooking sprayPreheat oven to 450 degrees. In medium bowl, toss sweet potato sticks with oil and seasonings. Put sticks on baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 30 minutes, turning after 15 minutes.Makes 4 servingServing...

Get Moving!: Top 7 Exercise Motivation Secrets

Posted: 01/20/2011

Let's face it, we all know we need to exercise. Many of us know how to exercise. How many books and videos do you own? How many gym memberships have you had in your life? You may even be an expert on the perfect exercises for your body. But you're not doing it! Why? Well the problem isn't lack of knowledge, it's lack of motivation. Does this sound familiar?What can you do? Focus...

Top 5 Healthy Holiday Foods

Posted: 12/14/2010

5 Healthy Holiday FoodsPumpkin - Pumpkin is rich in Vitamin A and also provides fiber. Pumpkin seeds are high in polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids (the good fats). Pumpkin itself is quite low in calories and is a healthy holiday food. Pumpkin pie, however, becomes a high-calorie food because it's made with eggs, sugar, evaporated milk and baked in a high-fat pie...

Sean Algaier

Posted: 12/13/2010

Sean Algaier from Season 8 of The Biggest Loser is training with us as he continues on to reach his health and fitness goals.

Healthy Ingredients = Fewer Calories in Kids

Posted: 11/13/2010

Food for Thought:Who says organic food isn’t worth the extra cost? A new study suggests that buying healthier but costlier ingredients may be the better deal in the long run. Replacing less healthy ingredients with more wholesome substitutes is not only more nutritious; it also reduces your kids’ daily caloric intake, according to a study presented last October at...