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Hey there Reader, Each year, I do my new age in push-ups for my birthday — in a row, on camera. It’s something I started at 30, just for fun. But, I’ve kept going for 16 years now. A not-so-quiet tradition that reminds me what consistent strength looks and feels like. This year, I set up the camera, took a deep breath, and got to work. I hit 45. But I couldn’t get to 46. I normally try to do one extra, just to be sure. But this year, that last rep just wasn’t there. My form was falling apart,...

Hi Reader, You’ve probably heard of Jack LaLanne, one of the original voices in fitness long before it became an industry. He was doing pushups on national television when most of America had never even heard of a gym. What you may not know is that before he passed, Jack asked a fellow fitness professional to carry on his message of moving better, living longer, and never giving up on what your body can do. That person is Greg Justice—a friend of mine and someone who mentored me early in my...

Hey Reader, If you’ve ever felt confused about carbs—you’re not alone. One person says cut them out completely. Another says eat more for energy. So what’s the truth? Carbs aren’t the enemy. In fact, they’re your body’s preferred fuel source—especially when you’re active, training hard, or returning from injury. But here’s the kicker: It’s not just about whether you eat carbs—it’s about what kind and when. If you’re not eating enough, especially the slow-digesting kind, you might notice:...

Twelve years ago today, New England 360 Fitness was born. Not in a fancy office or shiny studio, but in the middle of uncertainty…after I was laid off, with a 6-month-old at home and a big decision to make. I chose to bet on the one thing I knew how to build: strength. What started with a few clients and a deep belief in coaching with purpose has grown into a thriving community for athletes, adults, and families to train smarter, move better, and live stronger. And now, we have something...

Hey there Reader, Parents book the hotels, organize carpools, juggle weekends, and spend a lot of money each year supporting our daughters' athletic dreams. It’s all done in the name of sport and opportunity. But here's the question: why isn’t strength training part of that same conversation? We don’t blink an eye at the cost or time commitment of travel teams—but when it comes to the weight room? Too often, girls get left behind. Not because they don’t want it. But because no one ever told...

Hi there Reader, I’m excited to tell you about something we’ve been working on behind the scenes at NE360Fitness — our brand-new Summer Strength and Conditioning Program for female athletes! There’s no denying it: 👉 Girls drop out of sports at twice the rate of boys. 👉 They face significantly higher ACL injury risks. 👉 Early sport specialization often leads to burnout and overuse injuries. The good news? Proper strength and conditioning can change the game. As a former female athlete, I grew...

Happy Friday Reader, This coming Monday I’ll be standing at the starting line of the Boston Marathon, celebrating 20 years since I first took on this challenge. The first time, I ran for Dana-Farber in honor of my younger cousin who was diagnosed with a brain tumor. I’m honored to do it again for the same incredible cause this year (also to celebrate my cousin thriving without cancer for 20 years)! But beyond the fundraising and the finish line, this experience has given me a chance to...

Hi Reader, Your muscles are closely linked with your overall health – and also with the aging process. Here are 7 reasons to build more muscle, starting right now: 1. You start losing muscle around the age of 30. Yes, you read that right. On average, people lose around 3%-8% each decade… and then it speeds up after you turn 60. The sooner you get started on building your muscle “bank,” the better! Muscle loss is one of the top causes of disability for older people – they become too weak to...

Hey there Reader, March is Nutrition Month, and if you're like most busy people, meal planning probably feels like another task on an already long to-do list. You want to eat healthy, but: You don’t have time to plan meals from scratch You get overwhelmed trying to piece together recipes You spend too much at the grocery store on things you don’t need By Wednesday, takeout sounds like the best option. That’s exactly why we created our Meal Programs—to take the stress and guesswork out of...

Hi there Reader, It’s here! Our revamped website is live, and with it comes huge updates to our class schedule, membership plans, and opportunities to train smarter and get real results. What’s New? 🔥 12-Week Adult Strength Program – A results-driven strength program designed to take you right up to Memorial Day weekend—so you can step into summer feeling stronger than ever. Adult Strength Training Classes – Now with 6AM classes twice a week and a 4:30PM class once per week in addition to our...