Ever struggle to get out of bed in the morning during the week? Do you feel like your performance drastically dips towards the end of the day? After work, do you feel too tired to complete any more tasks for the day? We’ve all experienced this at one point or another in our busy lives, Read more

Reaching the goal of having a healthy, fit, body is not an easy task. However, there are many things people do that are counterproductive towards reaching that dream body they’ve always been working towards. Let’s talk about what works…and what doesn’t. Myth #1: If I’m sweating, that means I’m working. Sweating does not always mean Read more

I often laugh at the responses I hear from people when I ask them, “what is a calorie?” Most of the answers that I receive are along the lines of “tiny creatures that live in your closet and sew your clothes a little bit tighter every night.” This sounds quite sneaky to me, but if Read more

Summer is here and with it comes to travel, festivals, summer BBQs and pool parties! Keep the heat out of the kitchen, good nutrition on your plate, and stay active with these four tips. Tip #1: Stay Hydrated. Aim for half your body weight in ounces for a daily hydration goal. Before you quench your thirst Read more

Sweet summertime… the season full of pool days and beach trips that your family looks forward to all year. Summer means freedom from homework, the after-school hustle, and bustle, packing lunches, and the rush to catch the bus. Normal bedtimes, meal planning, and TV rules also sometimes take a break for summer. And while this Read more

By asking “are you ready”, we don’t mean are your bags packed — we want to ensure that you and your families are prepared to spend a fun, safe summer by the water. So many people vacation to the water because of how relaxing water activities can be. Swimming, boating, kayaking, and fishing are all great forms Read more

Every June, companies celebrate Employee Wellness Month to help create a positive impact towards the overall well-being of their employees. As a leader in the fitness industry, American Family Fitness understands the importance of living a healthy and fit lifestyle especially in this age of “go-go-go”. That’s why we offer a corporate wellness program to our partners that provides fitness, Read more

As a personal trainer at American Family in Short Pump, I’ve had the pleasure to work with some amazing clients such as Jenn. She and I have been working together since February 2019. Despite not being a morning person, she has committed to training with me at 6:00AM three times per week, and she joined Read more

I began running ten years ago to explore a new city I had just moved to and to stay healthy while embarking on a new chapter of my life. Running came easy to me because all I had to do was lace up my shoes and walk out the front door, but I never knew Read more

Most people associate nutrition and eating healthy with weight management and the prevention of medical conditions, like cardiovascular diseases and diabetes. However, did you know that following a healthy, balanced diet impacts much more than weight, but it also impacts brain health? The brain is the most energy-demanding organ and it responds to what we Read more