EP Fitness - Newark, OH

EP Fitness - Newark, OH ELEVATED PERSONAL TRAINING & NUTRITION COACHING FOR BUSY ADULTS LOOKING TO TAKE CONTROL OF THEIR HEALTH. WE HELP YOU LIVE BETTER, LONGER. We are not a gym.

Nor do we offer one-size-fits-all group classes. You deserve complete specialization! We are Tami & Charlie Smith, independent owners and operators of EP Newark, a semi-private training studio. We help you perform better, feel better, and get more out of life through exercise, wellness, and nutrition. We do this through customized, progressive program planning. Think of it as personal training wit

h no more than 3 other people who also have their own personalized plans. You have our utmost attention at a much more affordable investment than traditional 1-on-1 training. Get focused, be challenged, and take action with us. As long as motivation is within you, we can help you pull it out, carry it into your life, and capitalize upon your goals. Please let us know how we can help you and your family and friends.

Twenty-five years ago today, the world changed.Today we pause to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001,...
09/11/2026

Twenty-five years ago today, the world changed.

Today we pause to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001, and to honor the first responders, survivors, and the families who carry that day with them always.

I'll never forget where I was, Geology 110, at OWU. We had class. The professor didn't realize the severity of what was happening. Other students in class were crying because they had family members who worked in the twin towers.

The rest of my 9.11.01 was seated in my dorm room watching the news.

Hard to believe it's been 25 years. 😔

We will never forget.

Most of the calories you burn every day have nothing to do with your workouts.Researchers call it NEAT: non-exercise act...
09/10/2026

Most of the calories you burn every day have nothing to do with your workouts.

Researchers call it NEAT: non-exercise activity thermogenesis. It's everything you do outside of structured exercise.

Studies show it can vary by up to 2,000 calories per day between two people of similar size.

That's why two people can follow the same plan and get different results. And why someone who works out hard but is sedentary the rest of the day can still feel stalled in their progress.

The fix: start looking for opportunities to move more throughout your day.

✅ Take the stairs
✅ Add a daily walk
✅ Stand or pace during phone calls
✅ Get up and move every hour
✅ Find an active hobby instead of watching TV

The benefits go way beyond fat loss. More daily movement means better blood sugar, stronger immunity, better mood, better bone density, and one of the strongest predictors of healthy aging.

Nutshell: move more during your workouts AND all day long.

Want more tips for people over 40 trying to feel better and have more energy? Follow me for more, and share this post with a friend!

Help us give a shoutout to head EP Trainer, Noah McKee, on his power lifting comp this past weekend!! 💪 Noah, competing ...
09/09/2026

Help us give a shoutout to head EP Trainer, Noah McKee, on his power lifting comp this past weekend!! 💪

Noah, competing at 165 lbs, had the overall highest DOTS score (Dynamic objective team scoring). It means he was the overall winner for the entire competition!! 👏 🥇

His numbers were as follows:

Squat: 490 lbs
Bench: 287.5 lbs
Deadlift: 573 lbs

He'll now have the opportunity to compete at a regional event and go for a pro card!

Way to go Noah!! We are incredibly proud of you. 👍

I can’t tell you how many times over the years I’ve heard some version of:"I really want to focus on myself again… I jus...
09/08/2026

I can’t tell you how many times over the years I’ve heard some version of:

"I really want to focus on myself again… I just need life to calm down first."

I’ve said it too.

But then commitments (work, family, personal) ramp up, routines change, the dog needs to go to the vet…

… and somehow you slide to the bottom of the list again.

But after 22 years of coaching clients over 50 juggling their wellness with life’s demands here’s what I know:

If you’re waiting for things to calm down, you’re going to be waiting a lonnng time.

September becomes October… October becomes the holidays… and before you know it, it’s NEXT YEAR!

The people who stay strong, energized, and consistent are the ones with a plan that lets them reach their body goals without disrupting their entire life, in a way that “sticks” all year long.

If you’re done waiting for life to “settle down,” DM me “STRENGTH”, and we can talk about a tailor-made plan just for you. 🤍

Today we celebrate Labor Day, a day to honor the workers, builders, and everyday people whose hard work and dedication s...
09/07/2026

Today we celebrate Labor Day, a day to honor the workers, builders, and everyday people whose hard work and dedication shaped this country.

Whether you're taking a well-earned day off or squeezing in one last summer celebration with friends, I hope it's a good one.

Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

Chicken breast has a bad reputation…Healthy? Yep.High-protein? Yep.Dry and boring? Also… yep 😅But chicken isn’t the prob...
09/06/2026

Chicken breast has a bad reputation…

Healthy? Yep.

High-protein? Yep.

Dry and boring? Also… yep 😅

But chicken isn’t the problem.

How you’re cooking it might be.

That’s why I put together this FREE Chicken Breast Cheat Sheet for busy people trying to eat better.

I’m sharing 3 of my go-to methods for chicken that comes out juicy, tender, and actually worth meal prepping:

🍗 The “Walk-Away” Method
🔥 High-Heat Sheet Pan Chicken
💦 Quick Brine + Sear

Plus, I’ll show you the 3 little things that make a BIG difference between juicy chicken and the kind you need half a bottle of sauce to get through. 😂

👉 Comment or DM me "CHICKEN" and I'll send you your free copy!

If your workouts have started feeling complicated... simplify them.These 5 movement patterns cover the foundation of str...
09/05/2026

If your workouts have started feeling complicated... simplify them.

These 5 movement patterns cover the foundation of strength training:

✅ Squat
✅ Hinge
✅ Lunge
✅ Push
✅ Pull

They're the same movements you use every day—getting up from a chair, picking something up, climbing stairs, pushing a door open, or pulling something toward you.

The stronger you become at these, the stronger life feels.

Save this for your next workout, and follow us for more simple, science-backed strategies for people over 50 committed to staying strong.

It's not just what you eat. It's when.Research on chrononutrition shows that eating the same calories later in the day, ...
09/04/2026

It's not just what you eat. It's when.

Research on chrononutrition shows that eating the same calories later in the day, especially at night, can result in lower calorie burn, increased fat storage, and reduced insulin sensitivity compared to eating earlier.

Your metabolism has a daily cycle, and when you work with it, you give your body a real advantage.

👉 3 ways to start today:

✅ Eat a real breakfast that includes all the food groups
✅ Don't let lunch be an afterthought — your metabolism is still strong at this time of day
✅ Keep evening meals lighter when you can

Want more strategies and tips for people over 50 working on getting fitter?

Join my newsletter, where I take a deeper dive into topics just like this. Send me a DM with your name and email address, and I'll make sure you get it.

Huge CONGRATS 🎉 🎊 to EP trainer, Hannah and her husband, Beau, on their wedding!!Absolutely stunning pictures!!And, a h...
09/03/2026

Huge CONGRATS 🎉 🎊 to EP trainer, Hannah and her husband, Beau, on their wedding!!

Absolutely stunning pictures!!

And, a huge THANK-YOU 🤗 to the EP Family (our clients). We gave Hannah the cards we've been secretly collecting. She was stunned! And she was speechless 😶

We truly have some of the most generous clients at EP. Incredible people indeed.

Thank you all for being so kind and thoughtful. It makes our jobs easier being able to work with and coach such good people.

When I'm coming back after a vacation, I know one thing to be true: it can be hard to go back to my old routine!But I al...
08/27/2026

When I'm coming back after a vacation, I know one thing to be true: it can be hard to go back to my old routine!

But I also know something else…

When I put the power of the “Big Mo” in motion, it gets a whole lot easier.

Big Mo = momentum.

You’ve heard the saying, “A body at rest stays at rest, and a body in motion stays in motion.”

That’s actually Newton's First Law of Motion! 😉

And it’s why getting (re)started is so hard. But it’s also why it’s so important to GET started so you can reach the “in motion” stage!

If you're thinking of getting started (or restarted) with your fitness and healthy eating, here’s your sign to get up and get going! 🟢

Yes, the first step may be the most challenging. But it’ll get easier. It’s literally physics!

💪 If you're over 40 and looking to lose fat and gain muscle, make sure you follow us for more tips and motivation to help your journey.

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1567 W. Main Street
Newark, OH
43055

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Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 4pm
Saturday 8am - 10am

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