Tracie Long was one of the first instructors involved in the making of the popular video series The Firm. She worked both in front of and behind the camera on productions and co-designed the Firm Instructor Training Program for both the Charleston & Columbia, SC Firm Studios.

Tracie graduated from The University of South Carolina with a degree in "Exercise Science". Her current certifications are with NASM (The National Academy of Sports Medicine) and CPR. In 2005 she was the recipient of the "Charleston Metro Sports Business" award.

As the mother of two young girls, Francesca age 7 & Makayla age 6, Tracie knows the challenges of balancing family, work and personal health. She believes in a balance of strength, cardio and flexibility training and has recently developed a strong love for yoga. "The mental & spiritual aspects of yoga have helped me in my personal life find peace, serenity & an overall contentment with my life. As a natural born athlete it's very easy to become competitive with yourself, which over time can be detrimental. Balance is the key". One of her favorite hobbies is the study of nutrition. "Understanding how the body can heal from proper nutritional support is fascinating. All my life I have placed such a strong emphasis on physical well being from exercise. Feeling the results from proper nutrition, both diet and supplementation, has been a learning experience I love to share with others."

Tracie has been married to John Mathewes, age 42, for over 10 years and the couple & their children reside in Mt. Pleasant , SC. They both work at V Health Club in Charleston , SC which is owned by Tracie & her business partners.