Crisp air. Refreshing temperatures. And awkward layers of old sweatshirts with dad’s retro ear muffs. It means that 5K season is upon us, and that means a great opportunity to get some exercise outside! Now,…
Introducing Fitness Genes!
A lot of us ask ourselves “how do I get healthy?” or “what diets or exercise work best for me”? As we are all different, it’s important to know our bodies and what makes us…
New Year Open House January 8th
2018 has arrived! Everyone can’t wait to start their new resolutions. Here at Youfit, we’re here to help with the heavy demand of gym goers this time of the year. If you’re searching for an…
January App Challenge
The New Year has finally arrived! You probably can’t wait to head over to the gym and start your New Year’s resolutions. Now there’s even more reasons to do so! When you check in 8…
How to Make a Lifestyle, Not a Resolution
This post has been brought to you by Christina Valenziano, the digital marketer at Peerfit. It’s as if the moment the clock strikes midnight, our bad habits fly out the window and our goals of…
10 Reasons to Workout Today
December has arrived and you’re looking to end the year strong! You may be looking to burn those extra calories from your Thanksgiving meal. Working out is the perfect way to do that and more!…
How Often Should You Work Out?
We all know that working out is great for the body and overall health. But busy schedules often push gym time off of the daily to-do list. While daily workouts are difficult to schedule, if…
Boot Camp Update
Tribe Training is in full swing at Youfit Health Clubs! You’ve probably seen the boot camps taking place at your local club. Perhaps you were intrigued and want to get in on the action! Boot…
Four Ways to Fall for Fitness
As summer ends and fall begins, plenty of people fall off their fitness routines. Summer vacations are over and the idea of cuddling up with a pumpkin spice anything becomes more tantalizing than hitting the…
It’s Lit: Event Series
It’s Lit is here and in full swing! Our first two events have been a HUGE success. We hope you followed our Instagram story from our last one on July 25th at Altamonte Springs! Check…
Let’s Get Personal
You probably noticed all of the new posters and handouts at your local club with YouCoach material. This may leave you with some questions about why that may be. We want to tell you a…
Get Back on Track!
5 Tips to Help YOU Get Back on Track! August 10th marks National Lazy Day, the official day to do NOTHING! Perhaps your lazy day has been more like a lazy month – that’s okay!…
Meet The YouGX Regional Directors!
You know and love your YouGX Regional Director. But do YOU really know them? Find out information that you probably didn’t know about them before and get to know the team! 1. What encouraged you…
Put Your Hips Into It
Hip thrusters have taken gyms by storm― mainly through their social media popularity. This glute building exercise isn’t just for the ladies. Men have learned that strong glutes are actually critical to overall strength and…
New Retail Items
You’ve powered through half the calendar year! You deserve some new workout gear! We hope you like our newest line of tanks & tees! Check them out below. LADIES BURNOUT TANKS We heard you loud…
Miles on miles!
Wednesday, June 7 is National Running Day! As runner Jim Fixx advises, “Set aside time solely for running. Running is more fun if you don’t have to rush through it.” So set aside the time,…
Rockin’ Referral Program
Hear your favorite artists LIVE when you refer your friends to Youfit Health Clubs this summer! Simply refer a new member to Youfit Health Clubs and you’ll automatically be entered to win! There will be…
Fit at 50 (and older!)
Each May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads our nation’s celebration of Older Americans Month (OAM). Older Americans do have unique needs when it comes to getting started in a workout program. Here’s…
The Best Workouts to Improve Your 5K Time
Use this workout to avoid shin splints, strengthen your legs for more endurance and finish races healthy. One of the biggest reasons people fall off track with 5k programs is they get injured, these workouts…
15 Tips to Stay Fit During the Holidays
What would the holidays be without some delicious desserts and endless opportunities to lounge around in the company of family and friends? Although these are staples of any great holiday, your fitness goals can get…
Healthy Zucchini Lasagna by Skinny Taste
If you attended the Bootcamp sessions during Countdown to Change, it is likely you heard your YouCoaches emphasize the importance of eating a generous amount of fruits and vegetables daily. When it comes to your…
Zucchini Tuna Cakes Recipe
During the Countdown to Change, it is imperative that you are eating enough healthy foods so your body has the proper nutrients to grow or lean out. While this admittedly isn’t the easiest thing in…
Sweet Potato Pancake Recipe
There’s nothing sweeter than indulging your taste buds in foods that can also help with weight loss. Sweet potato is a great example of a healthy vegetable that can double as a dessert, or, this…
5 Effective Foam Rolling Exercises
National Foam Rolling Day is just around the corner! This will be celebrated on Friday, May 11th. With intense physical activity, comes a need for the body to recover. After a workout, a waste buildup…
When and How to Static Stretch
When utilized properly, static stretching can do wonders for increasing flexibility and ultimately improving athletic performance. Unlike dynamic stretching, which is more like a repetition of movements, static stretching is holding a semi-challenging position for…
Meal Prep Tips
This post is brought to you by Raphael Konforti, the Fitness Education Coordinator for Youfit. Exercise is an important part of any health pursuit, but without a healthy nutrition plan it’s not possible to maximize your…
