Patrick competed in our Spring Into Fitness Challenge and stomped the competition in the male category! He completed 45 reps of a 100-lb. squat, 130-second plank, 30 reps with a 40-lb. bilateral dumbbell row, 14 inchworms in a minute, a 42-second negative-only pushup, and 53 seconds of a dead hang. Enjoy your prizes, including a gift card to Whole Foods...

Shalyn competed in our Spring Into Fitness Challenge and crushed the female category! She completed 101 reps of a 75-lb. squat, 190-second plank, 61 reps with a 25-lb. bilateral dumbbell row, 21 inchworms in a minute, a whopping 102-second negative-only pushup, and 38 seconds of a dead hang. Enjoy your prizes, including a gift card to Whole Foods and a 60-minute massage...

Try this quick easy to follow mobility flow to loosen things up and alleviate some of those aches and pains that are affecting your ability to be at your best every day. This flow is a great addition to your morning routine or as part of a warm up before activities that can cause your back to ache. All you need is some floor space and maybe a mat for additional comfort.

As summer approaches, many individuals aim to shed extra pounds to feel healthier and more confident. Here are some safe and effective strategies for weight loss, backed by research: 1. Balanced Diet Focusing on a balanced diet is crucial for sustainable weight loss. Incorporate a variety of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Reducing the intake of processed...

The Vital Connection Between Physical and Mental Health Engaging in regular physical activity is crucial for maintaining physical health and plays a significant role in enhancing mental well-being. Through direct biological and neurochemical pathways, exercise emerges as a powerful tool for managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. Boosting Brain...

Your best outdoor activity for fitness depends on… you guessed it, your goals.  Here are some ideas based on what kind of primary goal you have set: Lean/Weight Loss – Anything that burns the most calories and is fun enough to keep going!  Hiking (particularly with a heavy pack), tennis (singles is best because you move around more) and playing with...

Transitioning Your Workout from Winter to Spring

Are you ready to say goodbye to back stiffness?  Join us for our special Stiff Backs Workshop! When: Saturday, March 23rd 2024, 12:00pm-1:00pm Where: Fitness Together Avon, 300 Country Club Rd. In less than an hour, dive into understanding stiffness vs. pain, learn effective mobility flows and stabilization drills, and explore myofascial considerations...

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,...