Applied Fitness Solutions-Ann Arbor

01/27/2026

Your strongest muscle isn’t something you train with reps.
It’s the one between your ears.

Claudia — owner and operator of Gym America — and long time AFS member is a great reminder of this.

The way we talk to ourselves, especially when things get uncomfortable, shapes how we show up physically. Energy follows thought. Effort follows belief.

Full conversation on the AFS Health & Care podcast.

01/15/2026

Taking a GLP-1? Thinking about it? Already stopped?

What you do alongside the medication matters more than most people realize. The scale tells one story. Your muscle, metabolism, and how your body functions tells another.

We put together a short quiz to help you figure out where you are and what might be worth paying attention to next.

Take the GLP-1 Strength Quiz:

Take this 2-minute quiz to understand how GLP-1 medications affect muscle loss and discover the strength training approach that protects your results long-term.

01/06/2026

We’ve got another team member to introduce!

We’re really excited to officially welcome Camille Pearce, MS, RDN to the AFS team.

She has deep experience across women’s health, metabolic health, chronic conditions, and performance—and she’s exceptional at helping people build habits that actually fit real life, not a perfect plan on paper.

What we appreciate most about Camille is how she shows up. She leads with education, consistency, and care, and she’s focused on helping our members feel confident and supported.

Outside of AFS, she loves movement, good coffee, her dogs, and time with her people. We’re grateful to have her guiding this work and excited for our community to get to know her.

01/03/2026

We’re incredibly thrilled to have Max as a part of the AFS team. He brings a rare mix of craft, curiosity, and heart to his work. He started his career in the mailroom of an ad agency, learning the business from the ground up. Over the years, he has helped guide multiple brand evolutions. He understands both the strategy and the day-to-day work required to bring it to life.

What stood out most to us is why Max was drawn to AFS. He wanted to align his work with purpose, continuous learning, and a more thoughtful, human definition of health. His approach to marketing is rooted in clarity, storytelling, and deep respect for the people on the other side of the message - which fits this community and our mission incredibly well.

Outside of work, Max and his wife Molly are raising their 3 yesr old daughter, Ryan Rose, and sharing their love of music (both are multi-instrumentalists). They’re still holding out hope that Ryan chooses any instrument other than the drums.

We’re lucky to have him and excited for what we’re building together.

12/17/2025

RFI: Web, API & Mobile Development Partners

Applied Fitness Solutions is exploring development partners for the next phase of our clinical technology platform. We’re issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather high-level details on team capabilities, relevant experience, and proposed approach—prior to any formal vendor selection process.

We’re looking for teams with demonstrated strength in:

1) Enhancing clinician-facing web applications (workflow, usability, reliability).

2) Strengthening backend infrastructure and building a scalable, secure API layer.

3) Building a new native iOS/Android mobile app from the ground up.

If your team has a proven track record delivering scalable, user-centered products in healthcare, fitness tech, or adjacent environments, we’d like to learn more.

Submit your response to: info@4afsfit.com (no DMs, emails only)
RFI submission due by: 12/23/2025

12/09/2025

So much of life is about managing fear. People are terrified of being seen, belittled, or ridiculed. They don't try new things and stay hidden. You have to put yourself out there and take the risk. This couldn't be more true when it comes to embarking on a a health journey. Take if from a Speaking Coach and long time AFS member, Eleni, who works with people on moving through fear every day.

Vulnerability takes courage. On the otherside of the courage is a life worth living.

Watch the full episode on the Health & Care Podcast.

11/20/2025

We’re Growing Our Team

At AFS, the way our space feels matters just as much as the workouts we coach. A clean, organized environment helps people feel safe,, show up fully, and feel taken care of. It sets the tone for everything we do; from someone’s first encounter to their hundredth workout.

That’s why we put so much pride into the behind-the-scenes work.

And it’s why we’re adding a Facilities Cleaning Specialist to our team here in Ann Arbor.

It’s a simple role, but far from small. The right person loves order, notices the little things, and takes real pride in creating a space people feel good walking into. In return, they get a steady routine, a supportive culture, and the chance to be part of a mission that’s bigger than “cleaning”—it’s about helping people take back control of their health.

If you (or someone you know) would thrive in that kind of environment, here are the details:

Role: Facilities Cleaning Specialist
Pay: $15–$20/hr + $500 signing bonus
Hours: Mon–Fri 1–9pm, Sat 12–6pm (flexible full- or part-time, 20–40 hrs/week)
Perks: Free AFS membership, wellness perks, benefits available for full-time staff

Apply here: https://www.indeed.com/job/facilities-cleaning-specialist-b025da28fe08309e

11/13/2025

We just released arguably one of the most meaningful conversations we’ve had on the AFS Health & Care Podcast - a sit-down with Tammi Carr of the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation

Tammi’s story is powerful. When her son Chad was diagnosed with DIPG, her family faced every parent’s worst nightmare. But instead of letting grief have the final word, they built a movement that’s now changing the future of pediatric brain cancer. Their work has helped fuel breakthrough research and even played a role in the first FDA-approved treatment for DIPG.

With that being said, here's how we're doing our part:
🧡 For every new AFS member who joins on behalf of Tammi Carr, we’re donating $250 to the ChadTough Foundation.
🧡All ChadTough employees receive discounted memberships — because the people fighting for families every day deserve support for their own health too.

We’re proud of Tammi. We’re proud of this community. And we’re proud to help fuel a mission that matters far beyond our walls.

Full story here:

AFS joins Tammi Carr of the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation to share her story of loss, resilience, and purpose—and pledges $250 per new member to fund pediatric brain cancer research.