Health and Fitness

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends at least 150 minutes of physical activity per week for adults, combining both aerobic and strength-training activit

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Everyone struggles with staying motivated to exercise at some point. The secret is not waiting for motivation to strike, but building sustainable habits that keep you moving forward.

Whether you're hitting the weights or gearing up for cardio, what you eat before exercising can make or break your experience. But with so many options, it can be tough to know what the best pre-gym snacks are.

Many people work out because of the well-documented physical and mental health benefits. If you're one of them, or looking into fitness, you've likely heard the terms flexibility and mobility.

The Greater Philadelphia Y is excited to launch a new member app called YMCA360! As part of this transition, virtual classes and on-demand content will move into the YMCA360 platform.

Gym anxiety is a common phenomenon, especially among first-time gymgoers. It refers to a feeling of fear, worry, stress and nervousness at the thought of going to the gym to work out in the presence of other people.

AOA members, get ready for our NEW game room!We have something for everyone at the Y! When you're not exercising your body, you can stop by the game room and exercise your brain - and your competitive spirit - with different games like Bridge, Pinochle, Mahjong, and more!