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Everyday Strength: Functional Exercises for Older Adults
Sep. 9th, 2025

Everyday Strength: Functional Exercises for Older Adults

Functional fitness is a type of exercise that focuses on improving your ability to go throughout your daily tasks safely and without pain. From carrying bags of groceries to bending down to grab something on the ground, functional exercises strengthen the muscles you use in everyday activities—reduc…

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How to Stay Motivated When Working Out Alone
Aug. 5th, 2025

How to Stay Motivated When Working Out Alone

Working out alone has its perks—you can exercise on your own schedule, focus without distractions, and choose workouts that fit your personal goals. But staying motivated without a workout buddy, coach, or class to keep you accountable can be a challenge. If you’ve ever struggled to follow a fitness…
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The Benefits of a Personal Trainer (For Any Fitness Level)
Jun. 24th, 2025

The Benefits of a Personal Trainer (For Any Fitness Level)

Many people have assumptions about who personal trainers work with. One assumption is that personal trainers are only for beginners or people who are…
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The Science of Rest: How Sleep Can Affect Your Fitness Goals
May. 27th, 2025

The Science of Rest: How Sleep Can Affect Your Fitness Goals

When it comes to fitness goals, we typically focus on exercise and diet, overlooking a crucial component of health and performance: sleep. Quality res…
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Patrick Neumiller: Building Strength and Community at IronFit
Apr. 22nd, 2024

Patrick Neumiller: Building Strength and Community at IronFit

In the heart of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, IronFit stands as a testament to resilience and the transformative power of community. Behind this thriving gym is Patrick Neumiller, whose journey from personal tragedy to entrepreneurial success is a profound narrative of loss, recovery, and determination. Pa…
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From Challenge to Champion: Derek Miller's Inspiring Fitness Transformation
Feb. 27th, 2024

From Challenge to Champion: Derek Miller's Inspiring Fitness Transformation

Derek Miller's fitness odyssey in Mt. Juliet is a tale of transformation, community, and the enduring power of a single challenge. His journey from a…
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