Blog - Fitness

Unlock the full potential of your pickleball skills at the YMCA with these expert tips and resources

When discussing performance, many immediately think of weightlifting or intense athletic training. However, performance encompasses the way we function in our daily lives: from the moment you wake up, how you fuel your body, move, and respond to your surroundings, until you go to sleep. 

Personal training is a great way to reach your goals with the support of experienced and knowledgeable staff who can help tailor a plan to your fitness level, abilities, and schedule.

Shorter days and the colder, harsher weather can make it harder to stay motivated to exercise.

LIVINGSTON, NJ - Resident AnnaMaria Rega, 75, has been coming to the YMCA for the last five to six years. She comes every day, taking a bus from her home to the West Essex YMCA. 

The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges announces an upgrade to its virtual on-demand platform for members that matches their on-the-go lifestyles and puts healthy living at the center of 2021.

Returning to a workout routine after a long hiatus can be intimidating, especially if your level of physical activity has significantly changed during the pandemic. 

Following these basic etiquette tips can ensure everyone who uses the gym is able to have a safe and positive experience.

Whether it’s losing weight or just being more active, here are some tips for achieving the outcome you want.

If you’ve set out to improve your physical fitness and well-being, you probably know it’s not a small feat. Finding motivation and time can be challenging.

Whether you’re trying to lose weight or gain muscle, or just stay in shape, a healthy diet for any workout routine should be the right balance of carbohydrates, lean protein sources, and some fats. 

Whether you want to boost your fitness routine or just meet new people, a group fitness class provides a number of physical and social benefits.

Whether you’re new to the gym or just want a refresher, here's how the American Council on Exercise defines many of the common exercise terms heard around the gym.

A stretching routine is essential for keeping muscles flexible and healthy, and can actually aid performance in a workout or a sports game, as well as in other daily tasks.

Whether you’re new to a gym, or returning to one after a hiatus, here are some tips for getting the most out of your time.