‘Flamingo Challenge’: Balancing on one leg may determine increased risk of death, study finds
Dubbed the “Flamingo Challenge,” a team of researchers wanted to find out whether a balance test might be a reliable indicator of a person’s risk of mortality.
Australian man with chronic pain breaks world record for number of pushups done in 1 hour
Daniel Scali beat the previous world record for the number of pushups done in one hour by 100, according to Guinness, and all while suffering from a chronic pain condition called complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS).
New study reveals best time of day to work out for fat loss, muscle strength
The timing of exercise remains a controversial topic, but a new study suggests there may be an optimal time to workout to get the specific results you desire.
Study: Gym workouts may increase COVID-19 infection risk; here's how to stay safe
Researchers measured the exhaled breath at rest and during different exercise intensities among eight men and eight women.
Exercise lowers the risk of breast cancer, studies show
Research suggests exercise could lower the risk of developing breast cancer.
Orangetheory celebrates #FreeBritney movement with free class to anyone named Britney
Anyone with the same name as the “Stronger” singer can get a free class at participating fitness studios through Aug. 20.
Routine exercise could lead to Medicare savings later, study finds
A recent study revealed younger adults could annually save between $824 and $1,874 in later Medicare costs if they routinely exercise.
Philadelphia Fitness Coalition protests second shutdown of indoor activities
Business owners in the Philadelphia fitness world have come together to form the 'Philadelphia Fitness Coalition' and plan to protest the city's latest shutdown on Tuesday.
88-year-old man completes walk ‘around-the-world’
After three decades, Hathaway accomplished his goal on Oct. 3, logging 24,901 miles — the equivalent of circling the globe at the equator.
New Jersey gyms reopen under new guidelines Tuesday
Patrons will be required to wear masks inside the gyms and capacity will be capped at 25 percent.
Murphy thanks 'many responsible gym owners' as he announces reopening plan
If you live in New Jersey, you can soon pump some iron again.
Weights and dumbbells are latest coronavirus-fueled shortage: Here's what to use instead
Weights are becoming increasingly harder to find — with some back-ordered until the fall — as more people bulk up on home gym equipment as the world spends more time at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
Bucks County men on mission to fix up their former high school gym
Two Bucks County men are making their community better but they need your help.
Atilis Gym reopens Wednesday after business license revoked
Late Tuesday night, Atilis Gym co-owner Ian Smith took to Instagram to share the news that Bellmawr council voted 5-1 to revoke their license.
Bellmawr council revokes Atilis Gym's business license, owner says
Ian Smith took to Instagram Tuesday night to share that Bellmawr council voted 5-1 to revoke their license.
Planet Fitness will require face masks inside gyms starting in August
Planet Fitness will freeze memberships for members who can't or refuse to wear a mask.
Court rules New Jersey can shut down gym that defied closure
A state judge ruled Friday that New Jersey authorities can shut down a gym that has repeatedly defied Gov. Phil Murphy’s executive order to remain closed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Is it safe to go to the gym during the coronavirus pandemic?
Is it safe to go to the gym during the pandemic? It depends on where you live and the precautions you and the gym take.
Philadelphia gyms, fitness centers reopen under new health and safety guidelines
Philadelphia gyms must adhere by new safety guidelines when they reopen. Mask requirements and cutbacks on class size are among the changes.
Owners of Atilis Gym claim health department plans on changing their locks Monday
The owners of Atilis Gym in Bellmawr are ready to go to battle once again with New Jersey’s Health Department. They say the state is threatening to change their locks and shut them down.