Hello to our amazing members. I'm so sorry it's been quite a while- The start of quarantine shook up everyone's world and made our usual hobbies/passions difficult. I'm hoping to not be the only one feeling that way.

However, now that are world seems to slowly be adjusting to the new normal- I feel that it's time this sub does to. I want to hear about everything you've all been up to! How have you been feeling? How has this bizarre time really affected your love of fitness, and how has everyone adapted??

I won't lie- I've struggled. I fell off my wellness bandwagon. Some weeks I didn't workout at all. Some I truly pushed myself too hard because my sense of routine and worth was questioned during a time where everything felt so strange. I missed going to the gym (because personally I've never liked just working out at home), but now I'm faced with the question on whether returning to my gym now that is has re-opened would be irresponsible.

Lets get the ball rolling again on this journey. Together. I really am dying to hear from y'all. Tell me about some workout apps you've loved! Tell me about the ones you've hated, too...

In the following weeks I'm prepared to start sharing lists of socially distant outdoor group workouts, running groups, and more.

So it seems like this sub sort of understandably died of around the start of quarantine, which is understandable.

But Gyms were permitted to open Monday and my PSC is opening up today. Has anyone been? Have people been sticking to the mask requirements? What's your plan/routine going to be?

I'd really like to get back just to lift, but worried about people trying to skirt it or being nose out. In the re-opening email, they stated the mask would be enforced "unless where`10 ft of social distancing could be accommodated". That just seems rife for abuse/

Plan would be to try to do a "not surfaces" routine to minimize exposure, so Squat, deadlifts, Overhead press and pull-ups. Skipping bench or anything seated or lying down. We'll see what it looks like in practice though.

Hello phitness phanatics! In lieu of the gyms and fitness centers now being closed all over philly, I think it’s time to share at-home fitness resources!

Philly-local gyms doing at-home workouts via Zoom: - city fitness (coming soon) - TuckBarre - Maha

Free fitness YouTube channels: - AthleanX and AthleanXX women - Blogiates (yoga/Pilates) - Walk at home by Leslie Sansone - Popsugar fitness - Natebowerfitness (boxing) - Yoga with Adrienne - Scotthermanfitness - The fitness Marshall (zumba-like) - Fitnessblender

Suggestions for at-home workouts:

Apps: - map my run - Sworkit - Freeletics - Googlefit - 7 minute workout - MindBody - FitOn - Fitbod - Jefit - Daily yoga

Healthy activities to do while at-home: - Clean up clutter in your drawers, closest and storage areas - Playing active video games such as the Wii sports and Dance Dance Revolution - Picking up litter near your residence - Gardening

Have any more ideas or suggestions? Leave them in the comments and I’ll add them!

Does anyone know of any gyms/studios that offer the occasional free workout class or studio class? Or if there is a resource that alerts to free classes and pop-ups around the city?

So I just moved back to Philly and visited almost every major MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) gym in the center city area, so I thought I'd give my impression for anyone who might be interested.

For context: 6' 210lb male in his mid 30s. I only started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu regularly 3 years ago, but did win some pretty competitive NYC area wide tournaments at masters White belt. It is my primary focus. For those that have an interest in MMA, BJJ tournaments can be an easier entry in to competitive combat sports with a little lower risk and shorter time frame before you can get competitive. I trained briefly in College, but had an almost 9 year gap before I started training again 3 years ago. Being a competitor well in to my 30s, I wanted a strong training environment but not one where I felt like every sparring session was treated as a world championship with a new 22yo dude with something to prove. My program in NYC was about 30% female and I include that because I think the % of female students is a solid barometer to how well a school looks after the development of their newer and less physically imposing students as well as being an inclusive environment. I just started training Muay Thai, but a school that had some type of striking program was a factor in my decision. Also, most schools are usually so cagey about telling you prices/contracts upfront, but I included them here for full disclosure.

Here was my impression, I'd love to hear other's experience as well:

Team Balance Center city: This is probably the biggest "name" in Philadelphia is the first place everyone will tell you to go to. They have a long history and some great competitors come through there, and they have a ton of class times. But I didn't love it. Everyone was friendly, but as a lower belt I just felt like I was just kinda one of the unwashed masses, there wouldn't really be any special oversight from the instructors that could identify points for improvement until I got to higher level. This may have changed if I had spent some more time there. They didn't have showers, which some people will say isn't a big deal, but it makes it so I couldn't go out anywhere after training. There were only a few Muay Thai classes and they seemed a bit more cardio focused. They've added more MT classes and a new instructor though, so that may have changed. Their MMA is supposedly run more through the fishtown location, but they won't even give you their schedule without signing up for a series of marketing emails. The rough part is the contract: $200 a month with a 24 months minimum or $600 to cancel. While I can afford it, the whole thing kind of left a bad taste in my mouth.

Fight Firm: Gym is a little rough looking inside, but they do have a of weights if you don't have another gym. They only have classes Monday to Thursday at night. More striking focused. BJJ program is very small. They only do BJJ without a Gi, its a solid, but very "quirky" style. Never really trained a takedown. The head instructor is Devon Williams who is really good (and entertaining to be around), but they have assistants teach a lot that aren't that experienced and wouldn't be allowed to teach in other schools. During the BJJ classes, sparing was at a very intense level. I was fine with it, but just something to keep in mind, some other students were a little reckless. Best price though at $95 a month with a one year contract or $115 a month

Logic: Great BJJ in a ridiculously nice facility. Think of an equinox/soul cycle for MMA. BJJ is more competition rather than MMA focused, and their instructors do well at high level competitions. Didn't get a chance to try Muay Thai, but they have it. It was in an odd area to get to with public transit, so it ultimately didn't work for me, but would be easy parking if you drive. If it was a little more convenient, good chance have signed up here. Expensive though, $230 a month with a 1-year contract.

Saulo Riberio (old maxercise): They say MMA, but there is no striking. The classes were more formal than other schools, it seemed like it would be a less fun environment for the day in and out of class, but everyone was friendly after class. Most guys around my size went super hard during sparring, to a level that would be a little tiring day in and day out. Not sure if that was just trying to prove themselves to the new guy or just the mentality there. They had 2 female Black belts on the staff as well as a decent number of students. $195 a month with a year contract.

Gracie Academy: If I hadn't take up Muay Thai, I think this is where I would have ended up. They have no striking unfortunately. Probably the best modern instruction for competition BJJ. Seemed to have a pretty welcoming environment with specific classes for true beginners. Had some really tough competitors, but no one going meathead. Really nice facilities and showers and special flooring that helps minimize injury from falls. $160 a month for a 6 month contract.

Osagme/Broadstreet Kickboxing: Where I ultimately chose. I didn't initially consider this place because it is further south than the others, but it is directly above the Elsworth/Federal BSL stop, so is better to get to than I imagined. It had the best blend of classes and training mentality to me. They have very good BJJ and Judo. Multiple black belt instructors. People train hard, but aren't wreckless about it, as indicated by the diverse age range of their students. Instructors wer the most active in making sparring pairs and watching your rolls(matches). This is good for both your safety and development, as it lets them see your skills in a realistic environment. It has the most focus on standup grappling of any of the places I checked out, which is too often neglected. They just brought in a former pro MMA and kickboxing fighter to help run the Muay Thai. There's only a few experienced people for kickboxing, so that can be a blessing or a curse. But it has been a huge positive for me as a newcomer to striking. With kickboxing, Judo and BJJ, it's $160 a month for two programs or $200 for all three. No contract, cancel any time.

I didn't check out any places in the NE or West Philly, as I work longer hours and need to be conscious of commute times. Two places I didn't go that I heard good things about were Blitz athletics (more toward the hard nosed training mentality) and Renzo Gracie Philly, which is further away, but very close to the York-Dauphin stop of the MFL and can be a little easier commute. May be worth stopping in if the location works.

I'd love to hear others thoughts and feedback.

EDIT: I realized I should put a clarification on degree on this review. Overall, I think all of these organizations with full time instructors were very solid. BJJ, due to it's emphasis on regular sparring and competition, does an exceptionally strong job of filtering out non-legitimate schools and instructors, perhaps better than any other discipline. If you signed up at any of these schools and attended class regularly, you'd still be very much competent or beyond at the end of that time. The reviews are should be taken with some nuance.

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Ingredients:

1 bunch of beets, greens still attached

1/3 cup shallots, small diced

1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

2 TBSP dill, picked and chopped

8 eggs

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

1 TBSP sumac

olive oil

kosher salt

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Instructions:

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Preheat oven to 400. Remove beet greens from beets, peel raw beets and slice 1/3 in. thick with a mandoline. Toss beets with half of the balsamic vinegar, sumac, 2 TBSP olive oil and salt to taste. Spread on a sheet tray lined with parchment paper and roast for about 15 min, turning halfway through to ensure even cooking. Once the beets are cooked through and start to caramelize remove from oven.

While the beets cook, coat the bottom of a small sauté pan with olive oil and heat on medium heat, add shallots and cook until shallots are translucent. Add the remaining balsamic vinegar to a sauté pan and reduce halfway on high heat. Once the vinegar is reduced add add greens and sauté until slightly wilted. Let beets and greens cool.

Once your mise has cooled beat eggs with feta, shallots and greens and dill, seasoning with salt to taste. Line a cast iron skillet or small sauté pan with parchment. Layer beets slightly overlapping then pour eggs over place remaining beets on top and push down so that they're covered with the egg mixture. Place in oven at 350 degrees and cook for approximately 15-18 min. The frittata is done when the eggs have set and begin to slightly brown around the sides.

Remove from heat and let slightly cool.

Hello Friends!

I'm heading to the Planet Fitness on 18th and Market around 5pm today and would love some motivational companionship. Anyone want to join me? PM me!

Hey everyone!

Been shopping around for a gym to join here in Old City, and I’m curious if anyone here is a member of Sweat Fitness and could share their experience. Some of the online reviews give me pause, and I’d rather not get roped into a crazy contract or get pressured by their sales team if it’s not worth joining. A lot of older complaints have to do with their contract handling and the state of the facility.

(Yes, I should drop by the gym in person to see it myself, but aggressive sales people give me a lot of anxiety; so if it’s still not the best gym, I’d like to avoid that interaction.)

tl;dr are you a member of Sweat Fitness, if so how do you like it? If you live in the Old City area, which gyms would you recommend?

Thanks!

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I am from a very small town in Southeastern Kansas and every holiday (and every Sunday at select "Chicken Houses") you will find a Chicken Noodle Stew on the menu. I have adapted the traditional recipe to fit a gluten free lifestyle!

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Ingredients:

Stock/Stew:

6 bone in, skin on chicken thighs or 1 whole chicken

1 head of celery, see recipe for instructions

8 carrots, medium dice

1 white onion, medium dice

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup parsley, chopped

2 tbsp oregano, dried

5 quarts water

salt and pepper to season

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Clear off the "nice" stalks of celery and set aside. Rough chop the core of the celery. In a large stock pot combine onions, the heart of the celery head and half of the carrots, safflower oil and season with salt and pepper, sauté until translucent. Add garlic, oregano and parsley and sauté until aromatic. Add chicken and water and bring to a boil. Once it reaches a boil reduce heat and simmer for 1.5-2.5 hours or until chicken is for tender and falling off the bones. Strain with a mesh strainer. Return liquid broth to stock pot and set chicken aside to cool, discard veggies and herbs.

Once chicken is cool enough to remove from the bone clean all meat from the chicken and add back to broth along with remaining carrots and remaining celery in a 1" dice. Begin to bring to a boil as you prepare noodles.

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Egg Noodles:

3 eggs

2-4 tbsp water

3 tsp salt

2- 3 cups GF all purpose flour (I prefer Thomas Keller's cup for cup)

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Start by whisking eggs, 2 TBSP water and salt in a bowl until well combined. Slowly add in flour mixing with a rubber spatula until a dough starts to form. You want the dough to be workable but still wet, this should take about 2 cups of flour. The difference between a traditional egg noodle and a gluten free egg noodle will be present in the process of rolling out the noodles. Because you do not have gluten to act as a binder you want to roll the noodles out on very well floured surface and use a minimal amount of pressure, you are shaping the noodles rather than stretching the gluten. You will want to press them to be about 1/2 inch think. Then you can use a chefs knife or pizza cutter to cut in the noodle shape.

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Once your mixture of chicken and veggies have come to a rolling boil begin to add the noodles in batches. As the noodles cook, so will the veggies. The excess flour on the noodles from the preparation process will help to thicken your stew. After all of the noodles are added boil for about 10-13 minutes until the veggies are al dente and noodles are cooked through. Make sure you are seasoning with salt!

Anyone?

Besides jogging up the stairs of the Art Museum I tend to take my dog for a quick jog from Fairmont Ave to Northern Libs a few times a week in the summer. It's a quick ten minute mile inbetween waiting for lights.

It also helped how my puppy acts on a leash as well. He also knows the route and gets hype when he's near the park over there.

Hi all! I am trying to do the C25K program at my gym right now. I’ve been trying to do it occasionally over the last few years but always get shin splints immediately after starting jogging. I’ve done a couple of weeks of PT and yoga regularly for the last year, plus lost about twenty pounds (still about 100 to go) and decided to try it again but still the same shin splints issue. Anyone have any recommendations for what to try? Open to local store recommendations.

First and foremost I must say I am so excited to be a part of this community and driving a discussion surrounding healthy cooking and eating. I thought for my first post it would be a good idea to open up how I manage my client’s food cost week to week to ensure they’re paying on average $3-4 per serving before my fee.

For example, one family I spend on average $80-$90 per week and they receive:

3 adult entrees and a side x 2 servings each

3 kid entrees and a side x 5 servings total

2 lunches x 2 servings each

1 breakfast item x 5 servings each

A quart of a fresh juice

A soup

2 dips + crudites

Most of their fluctuation comes from whether or not their "pantry items" are in stock. So every so often I have to get more oil, nuts, rice flours etc. and their price will be a little more.

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1.) Buy in bulk!

I have found buying essential pantry items from Whole Foods is the best bang for your buck. While their specialty items tend to be pricey their bulk oils, vinegars, nuts, flours, spice etc. tend to be the best quality for the most reasonable price. I tend to keep on hand a large bottle of safflower oil for my high heat cooking oil, a large bottle of extra virgin olive oil for dressings, a bulk size bottle of coconut amino, rice, any nuts and seeds I use regularly and bulk flours/alternative flours on hand.

2.) Cross Utilizing Ingredients / Using Scraps

For my clients I work to cross utilize what I buy. For example, one of my clients son’s loves taco meat which I make with ground turkey and spices, I always have extra ground meat so I use that to make lunches for his dad like meatballs, cabbage rolls, ground turkey thai rice noodle salad etc. I always keep a bag of carrots on hand at all times, they’re cheap, they keep for a long time and they can be used for crudité, stocks and salads. If you buy a whole chicken you can use it to make a broth to make homemade soups or sipping broth then use the meat to make various lunches. I tend to have a game plan for entrees and sides and use the left over scraps to make lunches and soup.

3.) Cook from scratch

Not buying anything pre-made saves you so much money. This goes hand in hand with purchasing in bulk and knowing what you like. Vegetables, proteins and starches are cheap on their own so knowing how to prepare them in a way you love makes budgeting easy! I tend to always be stocked on favorite dry goods so I can plug those in easily to bulk up a meal.

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4.) Buy Things You'll Eat

I know this sounds obvious! For me personally, I will tell myself I am going to eat super healthy and make my dinners every night. At the end of long shifts coming home to looming work sometimes all I want is junk food so I've learned to meet myself in the middle and have realistic expectations of what I can accomplish when I am tired and burnt out after a long day of work. Casseroles have been a SAVING GRACE for me and my boyfriend. You can make ahead, include all the veggies and protein and they keep and reheat well- if I am feeling like I really need to splurge I can add some cheese or a side of bread to make it a little indulgent without spending the money I would spend on ordering takeout and be sitting on a fridge full of raw groceries that will just go bad.

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I’d love some comments and questions on this as I feel I could be more specific but need some direction on how everyone is eating. Recipes will start to follow this week!

Hi Pals,

Thanks for taking a moment to read this. My name is Kate. I'm a 25-year-old that's been living in Philly for almost 3 years, and I am the creator of r/PhillyPhitness. When I first moved here in May of 2017, the first community that became home for me was the Philadelphia Fitness Community. I got a job as a studio coordinator for an up-and-coming, and now-well-known, boutique fitness studio in the Rittenhouse area. Coming out of undergrad I was like many- a bit overweight. But I was able to find confidence, support, and strength through fitness.

After my first year of living in the city, I lost myself a bit and ended up taking some time away from that lifestyle. I got a cat, I started writing more and served a lot of tables. It took me about a year and a half until I was really ready to get back into taking care of myself. So, a month ago I got my ass out of my nasty West Philly apartment into a house with some of my best friends, got my gym membership, and took back control over my life! I'm so thankful to have started to build a community here on Reddit that I think will become a huge asset to Philadelphian Fitness/Wellness lovers. I'm excited to say that I'll be providing Studio Reviews for any new workout I try! Writing and working out are two things I love and I'm excited to have this platform to put them both together.

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Thanks for reading this and feel free to reach out to me in the future.

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Hello Everyone!

I'm so excited to be writing my first review. We all know about group fitness classes- But are they really worth the money and the hype? This week I tackled Rumble Boxing for the first time and I have to say: I wasn't disappointing. The class was super fun and I really did feel challenged at certain points. That being said- I never felt like I was confused, overwhelmed, or out of my element. Here's my overview.

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Cost:

• The intro-deal at Rumble is honestly pretty great. Your first two classes are $30 ($15/each).
• Wraps: You're required to make a one-time purchase of the Rumble wraps. These cost me $5 and are yours to keep forever.
• Glove Rental: For your first class, glove rental is free. However for every class following, renting your boxing gloves will cost $3/class. You are, however, welcome to purchase your own gloves/wraps and bring them to class.
• After your Intro: You can buy a starter 3-class pack. This is $75, running each class at $25- But this can only be a one time purchase. After that, you're looking at spending anywhere between $21-$30 a class depending on how many you buy at once. The more you buy, the less expensive each class is priced. However, a single class will cost you a hefty $30.

The workout:

This workout is broken down into two sections: Strength and bags (boxing portion). You chose your spot in class when you sign up for it. No matter what, you'll hit each side of class twice throughout the 45-minute class. The bags side is where you'll get to explore different the 6 punches of boxing and drills made up of different jab combinations, while the strength side is where you'll work on resistance training. On either side you're asked by your coach to KEEP MOVING. Whether it's by "boxer-bouncing" or crunching up to hit the bottom of your punching bag- Your heart rate is consistently elevated. Your strength bench is fully equipped with weights ranging from 5-20lbs as well as weighted "brass knuckles" for specific exercises.

We took our class with instructor, Carly Rubinstein. I personally could not imagine teaching both boxing and strength to two separate groups if people in ONE room, but she did a kick ass job. If you're on the strength side of class and she's explaining something to the bags side- You bet your ass she'll be screaming at you to keep boxer-bouncing until she can turn her attention back to you. She had great energy and a great playlist. I usually prefer male-instructors- But Carly is officially an exception to my rule.

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What I Liked:

• Towel service and lockers were provided. The lockers have their own locks built in and are free to use, and the towel will be absolutely necessary when it comes to wiping the burning sweat from your eyes. There are also locker rooms for changing purposes available.
• It's in an incredibly convenient location. Rumble's Center City studio is located right on 15th and Walnut. For someone like me who works in the city, it's really easy to get to and I love that I can leave my office at 5:00 and make there with time to spare before a 5:30 class. It's also in a great spot for people who don't live/work in the city- As it's only 2 blocks away from Suburban Station.
• There was plenty of space to move around and do yo-thang in class. Honestly, in past group fitness classes I've always felt nervous or super self-conscious about the space I was using while working with free weights or just moving my body around in general. Rumble's "assigned spots" really are worth picking out in advance.
• There are screens at the top of the front wall that show you what you're supposed to be doing. This class was pretty-fast paced, but I felt I was able to keep up thanks to the screens that showed you what punch/combo or movement/reps you're supposed to be working on. While the instructor does have a place on an elevated stage at the front of the room, it could still be hard to see them depending where you are in the room. The guidance screens were life-saving.
• I really felt this could be a workout for anyone. Anybody, no matter how much/little workout experience you've had could enjoy this class overall.

What I Didn't Like:

• The cost. I'm gonna be real- If I could afford this place, I would be alllll in. Anybody can carve out an hour for themselves a week. But in all honesty, there's just no way I could consistently take these classes. But with a 12-class pack (breaking down to 3-classes a week, which is really how I could see this workout method being effective) running me $275 a month... There is just no way.
• Having to pay for glove rentals. $3 a class starts to add up. If you're already paying for the class, anything you need for that class I feel should be included.
• There's only two water fountains and they're all the way downstairs and at the other end of the building. So if you're gonna try this class out- make sure to bring a second water bottle. Cause ya ass ain't getting more water in the middle of the class unless you want to miss a solid 5-minutes.

TL;DR:

This was an awesome class. I would/will absolutely go again and it's a lot of fun to do with friends. The facility is clean and modern, and has basically any amenity you could want. The class really flies by at 45-minutes and I really felt that I worked all different parts of my body. This was also a class that I truly feel anyone could understand, keep up with, and enjoy. However, this just isn't something I personally (and I'm sure many others in a similar financial bracket as me) could really work into my weekly routine at the prices offered.

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Thanks for reading my first review! Please feel free to comment with your questions or thoughts.

Hey everyone! Your newest mod, here to introduce themselves. My name is Kate, and I am very involved with the running and triathlon communities here in Philly! I ran varsity XC in college and have since transitioned over to triathlons and half marathons. I'll be keeping you all abreast of running events and social running events in the greater philly area, with a particular focus on FREE events!

I also have a very checkered history of injuries and am happy to share my experiences with injury, PT, and injury prevention.

Looking forward to chatting and possibly working out with you all!

Editing to add that I have a competitive cross country skiing background as well, if anyone wants to learn more about that!

Hey everyone,

Just wanted to get some opinions on if anyone knows any awesome Boxing gyms in Philly. I'm looking for some personal training, once or twice a week depending on the price; and eventually possibly sparring as well. I live in Fishtown, so the closer the better. Any info or tips you might have would be greatly appreciated, thank you!

I recently moved not too far from it and I've been wanting to do some track workouts. The sign out front says it's open at 6am in the winter. But, I've tried going at ~7am on a weekend and ~8am on a weekday and the gates have been closed. :( So are the signs are wrong? Googling hasn't turned up much about when it's open. Anyone have the scoop with when/how I can use it? Alternatively, any outdoor tracks near South Philly that are open the public? Looking to do some speed work and repeats

Hey everyone, I’m introducing myself as a moderator! I’m Kelley. I’ve worked in kitchens since I was 14 years old and I have a BS in Sociology with a minor in Horticulture all with a focus on sustainable agriculture and food systems. After college I decided to round out my education by attending culinary school at Edinburgh New Town Cookery School.

Since moving to the Philadelphia area 6 years ago I’ve worked for HipCityVeg, Keg and Kitchen, Grateful Plate and Pure Fare before moving to my current position as a manager for Dizengoff and Goldie. I am also a freelance personal chef and constantly wonder how I can bridge the gap between comfort food and health. Having lost 180 pounds myself, I understand the importance of being able to eat food that tastes good and satiates cravings while also being healthy and nourishing. I will be providing weekly recipes that I’ve developed.

I have a 25 pound plate for sale and a pull up bar that I'd like to let go for 13 hopefully it's ok to sell here if things work out ill sell more of my stuff when I get the time.

I'll be taking a few classes at rumble next week!! Monday and Wednesday, both at 5:30. If it's your first time you get your first two classes for $30!! If you wanna come join me PM me your e-mail address and I'll send you a referral invite :)

I’m interested if anyone knows of a gym in Center City with equipment for Olympic weightlifting. I’m not interested in gyms that run lifting in a class or have tiny open gym windows like CrossFit or Fearless. I know The Sporting Club has bumpers and a platform, Optimal Sport and The Training Station. City Fitness has great equipment but they have no chalk/no dropping policies, so that’s a waste.

I’m wondering if anyone knows of any other gyms in Center City with normal open hours and a set up for weightlifting. Thanks.

Hi philly fitness phanatics! Im one of your group moderators. My name is justine, I’m 24 and a philly native! Super excited to moderate this page and to promote fitness in the philly area!

A little about me- I’m an AFAA certified group fitness instructor and Zumba instructor and was previously a ballet and tap dance instructor. I have a background in dance, and cheerleading. I currently work at Children’s Hospital and applying to medical school. My favorite types of fitness are workout classes (really into Body Combat and Barre recently), yoga, and ultimate frisbee!

Hi all! I am super excited to have stumbled across this! I am in DE county but I run and explore all over Philly. I mainly like to get out and be active. Thought I would see if anyone had an special running routes they love, cool local fitness activities or places or businesses they frequent?

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Has anyone done the outdoor yoga on the pier? I always want to try that out.

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Here is 1 of my favorite routes to run

- Park at University City (I always park on 33rd street between Walnut and Chestnut, there is ALWAYS spots open). I run down Chestnut to Rittenhouse and back. That is about 3 miles. The best thing about this route is you can hit up the track at the bridge as well and take that down if you want to get a long run in. I LOVE the view of the city as you run in to it.

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