Every day, we’re blasted with ads for the gym, and glossy images of spray-tanned Instagram experts telling us the importance of being fit. Well, if you’ve ever wanted to press a magic “delete” button to…
Protein: When? How Much? And What For?
Nowadays I’m sure you’re getting health recommendations from everyone to the opinionated guy in the gym to your cousin’s girlfriend’s uncle’s best friend. When you should take protein, why you should take it, what the…
Success Story: Ciara Johnson
“Personal trainers are so expensive, I can’t afford to get in shape.” “I just really like food and can’t stick to a healthy diet.” Do either of these statements sound relatable? At one point or…
Success Story: Tala Montez
While the journey to personal fitness is different for every individual, the path to health and wellness can be shared with and enhanced by the influence of others. Teamwork makes the dream work, baby! Tala…
3 Proven Health Benefits of Pumpkin
With fall coming right around the corner, pumpkin everything is filling grocery store shelves! Although pumpkin-flavors may taste great to most of us, the actual vegetable is packed with so many nutrients that it’s easy…
Pre and Post Workout Fuel: The Basics
We all know nutrition is crucial for giving us energy as well as helping us recover and heal. When talking about exercise, it’s important to note that different activities have different nutritional needs. Figuring out…
Enjoy the Outdoors & Fitness this Fall Season
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,…
You Have Goals? YouCoach!
Let’s face it—we all have health and wellness goals, and fitness goals that go with it. Some of us are looking to drop a few pounds or tone up, others are trying to improve endurance…
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…
Stress Relieving Workouts
April is National Stress Awareness Month and if you’ve been feeling a little stressed out, know that you are not alone! A recent Youfit Health Clubs survey found that over 70% of respondents suffer from…
14 Tips to Improve Your February Fitness Routine
Get motivated this February & Valentine’s Day, grab your special someone and have a healthier lifestyle with our 14 workout tips & tricks to improve your February fitness. You will win the heart of your…
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!…
5 Ways Exercise Helps Relieve Stress
April is National Stress Awareness Month and if you’ve been feeling a little stressed out, know that you are not alone! A recent Youfit Health Clubs survey found over 70% of respondents suffer from daily…
Five Fitness Tips From Youfit COO J.J. Creegan
This post was written by J.J. Creegan, Youfit’s COO. When I applied to work for this company roughly 15 years ago, I thought to myself, “I am going to be in the best shape ever!”…
How To Get Started at the Gym, at Any Time
Youniverse Contributor Logan Hogan If you aren’t used to going to the gym (or even if you just started at a new gym), it can be a daunting experience. It can feel uncomfortable. Scary. Or…
Secrets to a Personal Trainer’s Workout Routine
As a personal trainer, I have partnered up with Youfit to give my secrets and how Youfit’s philosophy, atmosphere and YouCoaches can help rock your fitness world! #1. Buddy up: I know the thought of…
5 Tips for a Great Morning Trip to the Gym
Youniverse Contributor Katie Rosenbrock Very few people in this world would call waking up early to go to the gym “easy.” For most people — even the most dedicated fitness enthusiasts — getting out of…
Prepping and Stretching 101
Youniverse Contributor Heather Hesington How many gym-goers really take the time to stretch and prepare their bodies for an intense workout every visit? Stretching may seem like a waste of time to some, but even…
The Four-Week Workout Plan for Beginners
Youniverse Contributor Lynsee Hee Kyeong Exercise is just as essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle as nourishing the body with nutrient dense foods is. It can be a little confusing determining a workout schedule that will…
Intimidated by the Gym? Tips To Help You Feel More Comfortable
Youniverse Contributor: Debbie Woodruff of Coach Debbie Runs Joining a new gym can be intimidating. You may feel that you are surrounded by people who know exactly what they are doing while you aren’t…
Five Steps to Restarting a Fitness Program
One of the hardest steps to take when it comes to restarting a fitness routine is the first one. The hardest step is usually approaching your local club and opening that door. The mind knows…
Interval Training
Youniverse Contributor: Jason R. Karp, Ph.D., of run-fit.com There has been a lot of commotion lately about interval training. Once the training secret of the world’s best runners, interval training has become the new buzz…
