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Join me at 9am on Thanksgiving Day for a power-hour of sweaty strength. This is guaranteed to put you in a good mood to start your big day of eating and family. It’ll also rev up your metabolism and relieve muscular stress. $15. All you need is a mat, towel and water. RSVP to mel@joyfulfitnessct.com

If you only get one workout this week, make it this one! A small group environment to help with fun and motivation, but a totally personalized strength circuit that will be set at the right intensity for you to get stretched, strengthened and energized.

This kind of small group training is exactly what I envisioned I would be doing when I set out to have my own home studio. If you’re in North Stamford and want to work out in a sustainable and awesome way, this is the group for you!

I was recently interviewed for an article on stretching and weight loss. I’m posting both my interview and the article below, if you want to check it out. I think my answers were much better in the actual interview, and the article doesn’t quite explain my thoughts on this matter, since stretching is important to […]

I’m so excited to offer a LIVE small group training program for the New Year. This will be the first time I’ve offered a class in my home gym sanctuary (aka, the babe cave) and I can’t wait. If you are in North Stamford and looking for a refreshing way to kick the holiday sluggishness […]

Join me Thanksgiving morning to start the holiday energized, joyful, and powerful. Class will be an hour long and you’ll get your metabolism fired up for a little bit of good natured damage control before the feast. 8am Thanksgiving Day!

I had a great time being interviewed by Shoutout LA! Thanks so much for a lovely profile piece on how I’ve built my business and kept myself in shape. Meet Mel McGuire | Fitness Empowerment Pro, Trainer & Author

I’m so excited to announce that I am an author! I have written my first book called “Bodyweight Training Over 40”. It breaks down bodyweight exercises for all levels and is a resource for getting and staying in shape once you’re over 40. (Spoiler alert: Exercise makes aging so much better!) Click Here to preorder […]

I’m so excited to offer a chance to learn the basics I use in my group ZOOM classes. If you’re a little shy about taking a live class, try this first and gain some confidence. I’ll see you on the other side. xoxox Take your free class here!    

I’m back from my maternity leave and resuming group classes on Tuesday October 5th! Check out the new schedule and please try one! $10 ZOOM Class Schedule – Starts Tuesday October 5th New Students, please RSVP prior to attending class for class link and waiver.   SIMPLE SWEAT: (no equipment needed) Tuesday AM – 8-8:45 […]