In exercise and fitness, few concepts are more widely touted while being as significantly misunderstood than bracing. You may hear it all the time whether you’re in pilates, yoga or strength training, “brace your core!” Bracing isn’t sucking in your gut, or tightening up your stomach as hard as you can. So then, what is it?

As a coach, I have seen and personally experienced many injuries over the years. I've put together this mini guide to help you deal with injuries and setbacks when they appear on your health and fitness journey.

If you feel stiff or tight, you’re not alone. Most people just want to move better, not do splits. Flexibility isn’t about being bendy; it’s about helping your body feel looser, lighter, and pain-free.

Workouts here at Fitness Together can sometimes come with some technical coaching jargon.

I would like to explain two important yet interchangeable terms/concepts that will have a huge effect on your strength development and overall health, whether you’re working out at home or in the studio. These two concepts are known as Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) and Reps in Reserve. Let’s talk about what these mean and how they can be utilized towards your workouts.

Reaching your health and fitness goals requires a well-structured plan, dedication and the right tools. With so many tools and resources available, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Whether you’re aiming to lose weight, build muscle, or improve overall wellness, here’s a comprehensive guide of tools to help get you started.

After 10+ years of training, I’ve learned that progress isn’t always linear, but if you track the right metrics, you’ll always see growth.

Traveling can really throw off workout and diet routines, but with some planning, you can stay consistent without stressing too much. Here are some practical tips:

We’ll talk about the two use cases for an active recovery; first, within the context of a workout, and the second in the context of a rest day.

If you know very little about nutrition, developing healthy eating habits can still be simple by starting with small, manageable changes. Begin by focusing on whole, minimally processed foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. These provide essential nutrients without added sugars, salts, and unhealthy fats that are found in many processed foods.

Conditioning is an important piece of the puzzle when it comes to your health & fitness. Simply put, conditioning is designed to improve an individual’s ability to perform specific physical tasks, recover from them, and can be performance or body composition focused.