Every year when the ball drops on New Year’s Eve, millions around the globe mark the occasion with the age-old tradition of a midnight kiss. Synonymous with this kiss and with the dawn of a new year comes the customary internal self-assessment and resolution to improve—an intended fresh start to ignite the emergence of a better version of ‘you’. But this year, as we embark on another journey around the sun, the teams at Fitness Together® studios urge you to ditch your New Year’s resolutions—and instead, to consider a different approach to the change you would like to see in the year ahead. Th ..read more

If you’ve embarked on a new healthy routine this year, or you’re ready to clean up your habits before 2022 rolls in, why not include your family and start traditions that will serve them well for years to come? We know — easier said than done.  But do not fear - there’s no need to give up your favorite holiday traditions when you’re working to get healthy. Instead of figuring out what you need to cut out to meet your wellness goals, think about what you can add to create healthy traditions that you’ll enjoy. Incorporating physical activity and healthy nutrition habits into your holiday ce ..read more

With the holidays here, there will be many opportunities to celebrate, create memories, and enjoy the seasonal fare of this merry time of year. While many look forward to the festivity of the season, trying to maintain a fitness routine while surrounded by cookies and eggnog, can feel like an uphill battle. But don’t despair, with a little guidance from the teams at Fitness Together® Studios, this year can mark the start of a new tradition - celebrating the season without abandoning your wellness routine.   In this blog, we’ll focus on the importance of maintaining a fitness routine throu ..read more

It’s November and the holiday season is fast approaching! The next stop on the holiday train is Thanksgiving: a day dedicated to celebrating the harvest and the year’s many blessings. Thanksgiving is a meaningful occasion at Fitness Together® studios, but probably not for the reasons you’d think. You may be shocked to learn that we won’t warn you about the consequences of eating big meals or tell you to avoid starchy leftovers. Instead, we prefer to focus on the reason for the season and highlight one of our core values, expressing gratitude. If you’re like many others, you may think of grati ..read more

At Fitness Together® studios, we know from experience that physical fitness is the result of cultivating healthy habits that are practiced regularly over time. Would it surprise you to learn that emotional wellness is, too? Though there is a belief that some people are blessed with a “happy gene”, or a “fitness gene”, genetics are only part of the make-up of a truly healthy, happy individual. Regardless of your biological predispositions, your daily choices still play a large role in your emotional (and physical) wellness. That’s why we’re so excited that October is Emotional Wellness month! E ..read more

Three cheers for breakfast!! Who doesn’t love starting the day with a nutritious and delicious meal? September is “Better Breakfast Month”, and we couldn’t be more excited to share tips on how to maximize breakfast, in celebration of “the most important meal of the day”.  WHY EAT BREAKFAST?    When you wake up in the morning, your blood sugar is naturally low. Eating breakfast helps replenish blood sugar levels and aids in getting you moving. Eating a well-balanced breakfast is linked to health benefits including improved memory and concentration, lower levels of LDL cholestero ..read more

Change is in the crisp, fall air! For most of us, the start of the fall season represents a new beginning; a fresh chance to refocus on the things that may have taken a back-seat during the busy summer months. Whether it’s cooler weather, that back-to-school feeling, or the extra caffeine from all those pumpkin-spice lattes, something seems to give us an extra burst of motivation and a desire to accomplish our goals in the fall. So, why not take advantage of the renewed motivation and recommit to one of the most common casualties of the summer season -  your fitness routine.  While ..read more

You may think you don’t “like” drinking water, but it’s almost a sure thing you’ll like what water does for your body. Here’s a quick list of benefits, just to refresh your memory.   Your body needs water to:  Regulate your body temperature via sweating and respiration Lubricate your joints for movement Transport oxygen, nourishment, hormones, and endorphins throughout your body Support healthy organ function Eliminate waste and toxins Help prevent heartburn, migraines, ulcers, kidney stones, and backaches   Drinking enough water can also help you:  Feel full so you cons ..read more

You may think you don’t “like” drinking water, but it’s almost a sure thing you’ll like what water does for your body. Here’s a quick list of benefits, just to refresh your memory.   Your body needs water to:  Regulate your body temperature via sweating and respiration Lubricate your joints for movement Transport oxygen, nourishment, hormones, and endorphins throughout your body Support healthy organ function Eliminate waste and toxins Help prevent heartburn, migraines, ulcers, kidney stones, and backaches   Drinking enough water can also help you:  Feel full so you cons ..read more

At Fitness Together® studios we don’t simply follow fads and whims when it comes to making workout and wellness recommendations. Instead, we lean on studies and science to make sure you’re getting the most from every movement. In this blog article, we’ll share 3 surprising studies that can help you work out more often, burn 10% more calories and reduce the cortisol keeping you from losing weight. SPOILER ALERT: They’ll make summer workouts more fun too! SCIENCE SAYS: Exercising outdoors makes you feel better. (And more likely to workout more often, too!) A recent study in the Journal of Envir ..read more