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Pull Ups for Beginners: 4-Week Pull Up Program

The exercise that should be on every gym-goer’s to-do list: the pull up. Pull-ups are the ultimate test of upper body functional strength. Whether you’re

11 Healthy Valentine’s Day Date Ideas

I remember a time when “date night” had become a predictable script. It was the same corner booth at the same Italian restaurant, the same

How to Run Your First 5K: A Beginner’s Guide

Ready to start running? A 5K race makes a great goal for anyone who’s new to running. Teaching yourself a new habit is hard, so

15 Ways to Make Your Workouts More Fun

Do you dread going to the gym? Maybe it’s time to spice things up! One study found that up to fifty percent of Americans don’t

How to Perform the Perfect Squat + 5 Squat Variations You Need to Add to Your Routine

Squatting is both an art form and a science. Need proof? Look around the gym and you’ll surely see some subtle (or maybe even substantial)

GYM STORIES: How Hiring a Personal Trainer Changed My Life

All it takes is one person to make a difference in someone’s life. As a personal trainer at YouFit Gyms, it’s my responsibility to not

Wellness RX: Exercise 30 Minutes A Day

If you’ve ever heard you need to exercise 30 minutes a day – you might be wondering where that number came from. The U.S. Department

Wellness RX: How Adequate Sleep Helps You Lose Weight

Not Losing Weight? You Might Not Be Sleeping Enough. Do you get enough sleep to feel well rested during the day? The Center for Disease

How the Gym Helps Fight Depression and Anxiety

Can working out be as effective as taking medication? Experts say sometimes, yes. Depression is so common in the US that one in 10 adults

5 Ways to Make Fitness Fun Again

Do you know what is one of the biggest perks to being in shape? It feels good. And even if it’s felt like a drag

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