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Emily Stapleton

Emily Stapleton is a busy mother of three children (8,4, and 3) and has always strived to find time for health and fitness. She has made it her mission to help other people make time in their busy lives for wellness. Emily earned a bachelor degree from Centre College in Kentucky and holds Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor Certifications through AFAA (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America). In 2011, Emily founded Strong Fitness, currently offering STRONGMOMS and CAMPSTRONG classes in Bridgeport. Through her blog on Connect-Bridgeport, she shares a weekly STRONGIDEA to help all live a healthier life. In her spare time, Emily enjoys distance running and is always training for an upcoming race. For more information on Strong Fitness, or to contact Emily, visit www.facebook.com/mystrongfitness. Check out her STRONG Fitness website at http://www.mystrongfitness.com/

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From the Bench: BHS Championship Program...

Usually, the summer months see a major athletic facility upgrade at Wayne Jamison Field. And with the videoboard or scoreb...

Posted by Jeff Toquinto
Time Travel: Going Back Decades for Dip ...

This photo is believed to be from 1963 and it shows the Bridgeport City Pool in action. The old marble factory can be...

Posted by Dick Duez
ToquiNotes: As You Prepare to Graduate, ...

Editor’s Note: This is a slightly modified version of my blog that has ran every year on graduation weekend. Ple...

Posted by Jeff Toquinto
Tending Community: BFM2 Kicks off 2026 S...

The Bridgeport Farmers and Makers Market officially kicked off its 2026 season this past Sunday, May 17, with a wonder...

Posted by Perris Reed
Off the Shelf: Help Get the Library to a...

Are you looking for a challenge? We are challenging the community to read one million minutes over the course of 2026. Sin...

Posted by Angela Spatafore