You’re probably thinking, “My gym is giving me advice on how to work out at home? Don’t they want me to miss the gym?!” Of course we do — and we KNOW you do. But while we’re waiting out this pandemic, making you miss the gym more won’t keep you fit at home. Your physical Read more

Congratulations to Joni Briganti, member of American Family Fitness Fredericksburg! Joni recently received the 2020 Multisports Lifetime Achievement Award presented by Wahoo Fitness! The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to USA Triathlon and the multisport lifestyle as a whole. These contributions, whether they have been in performance, leadership, volunteerism, or mentorship, Read more

Did you know that you’re a gym-owner?  It’s true! Take a look around your house… THIS is your gym. Keep reading to learn how 7 common household items can double as fitness equipment. 1. Laundry Detergent Bottle (or box) = Dumbbell or Kettlebell Moves You Can Do: Single Arm Bicep Curls, Bent Over Single Arm Read more

Like many topics in the realm of nutrition, a quick search on the Internet about snacks will give you pages of conflicting recommendations. Some sources recommend frequent snacking, and some demonize snacking altogether. Even the word “snack” seems to carry a negative connotation. Perhaps this is because of the common association between snacking and mindless eating, Read more

In 2019, an estimated 5 million employees in the United States worked from home at least ½ of the time. This number has likely surged in the first quarter of 2020 in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. More people now than ever are working from makeshift home offices to adhere to social distancing guidelines. There Read more